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Mohammed
Roshan
A self-taught photographer with over a decade of practice — capturing the soul of people, places, and art across India and beyond.
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Documentary · Portrait · Commercial · Museum
A self-taught photographer with over a decade of practice — capturing the soul of people, places, and art across India and beyond.
The Photographer
Mohammed Roshan is a self-taught photographer based in Kerala, India — the primary visual documentation photographer for Whistleman Films, a national award-winning collective of filmmakers and artists operating across Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
With over 12 years of practice, Roshan has built a body of work that spans the most prestigious art institutions in India and beyond — from the Kochi Muziris Biennale and the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art to India's pavilions at La Biennale di Venezia and Google Arts & Culture Lab. His lens has documented the work of Jitish Kallat, MF Husain, Raghu Rai, Bose Krishnamachari, and many of India's defining contemporary artists.
Alongside institutional work, Roshan pursues an independent practice in portrait, street, and travel photography — carrying the same rigorous eye from museum walls to city streets.
What I Do
From Venice Biennale pavilions to street corners in Delhi — from museum-quality archival documentation to intimate portrait sessions — I bring the same meticulous eye and technical precision to every frame.
Museum-grade documentation of exhibitions, installations, and artworks. Trusted by KNMA, Science Gallery Bengaluru, Kochi Biennale, and India's Venice Biennale pavilions since 2012.
Archival-quality photography of artworks, sculptures, and artist portraits. Experience documenting Jitish Kallat, MF Husain, Raghu Rai, Bose Krishnamachari, and more.
Behind-the-scenes and production still photography in collaboration with Whistleman Films — a national award-winning film and arts collective.
Compelling portraits for professionals, artists, and creatives. Studio and on-location sessions designed to reveal character, not just capture a face.
Authentic visual storytelling from India's streets. Series work from Jama Masjid, Madurai, Dharamshala, and beyond — built on 12 years of observational practice.
Available pan-India and internationally for travel assignments, cultural documentation, and editorial projects. Venice, Singapore, Dharamshala — wherever the work takes us.
Selected Work
Career
Associated with South Asia's largest contemporary art festival since its very first edition. Documented artists, installations, and the Biennale experience across every edition for over a decade.
Photographed India's official pavilion at two editions of the Venice Biennale — 2019 ('Our Time for a Future Caring') and 2024 ('The Rooted Nomad: MF Husain') — in collaboration with Whistleman Films.
Primary documentation photographer for a national award-winning film and arts collective. Projects include KNMA, Science Gallery Bengaluru, India Art Fair, Dharamshala International Film Festival, and Google Arts & Culture.
Comprehensive exhibition photography for two of India's leading cultural institutions — from Raghu Rai retrospectives and Somnath Hore solo shows to immersive science-art exhibitions including CARBON, CALORIE, and Submerge.
Visual documentation of Jitish Kallat's 'Wind Study: Hilbert Curve' for Google Arts & Culture Lab, and an artist video produced in collaboration with Galerie TEMPLON, Paris.
Independent travel documentary series — Venice, Dharamshala, Jama Masjid Delhi, Madurai — exploring cities through motion, light, and human presence. Published on Behance.
Capabilities
Investment
Transparent pricing for every type of assignment. Custom quotes available for larger projects.
* Prices are starting points — final quote depends on scope, travel, and delivery requirements.
Kind Words
Roshan has an incredible ability to capture the essence of an artwork and its space. His documentation for the Biennale has been invaluable over the years.
The product photos exceeded our expectations. Clean, professional, and delivered on time. Our catalogue has never looked better.
He captured moments I didn't even know were happening. Every portrait tells a story — you can feel the connection in every frame.
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