Seeking Moksha - Koi hain? by Nishant Shukla

This presentation will explore the journey of the work from its inception to the publication of the book, followed by its transformation into an immersive installation. The discussion will cover key ideas surrounding the project, the process of bookmaking, and the work as a physical installation. Additionally, the presentation will delve into the reimagining of the project as a multi-sensory experience, examining how various elements of sound, image, and space converge to create a unique, engaging interaction with the audience.

"In 2011, I walked to the source of the Ganga in the Himalaya​ ​to collect water for my grandfather, a Hindu priest, who was on his deathbed. I​ ​hoped it could give him some connection with a place of which he had spoken,​ ​but was never able to visit. By the time I got back, he had lost his memory,​ ​and could no longer recognise his grandson.

In​ ​subsequent journeys…