In times of modernity, mobility and migration, when the narrative of home, hometown and homeland is constantly shifting; this book titled, The Memory Keepers, offers a rare inside glimpse into homes in Goa, India that were built during the colonial Portuguese era and have remained in the same family for over 300 years. With my own frequent locating and relocating, I find myself on a constant quest, in search of home. In this state of uprootedness, I am drawn to the story of these homes and families. An exploration of identity and belonging and what it means to be rooted to one's home and land.
Ulka Chauhan lives and works in Mumbai, Goa & Zürich. Her work has been published in print and online by Leica Fotografie International, Leica Switzerland and Leica India as well as in arts / humanities / photography websites. She has participated in exhibitions in Zürich, Mumbai, Venice and Treviso. Her work has been awarded by LFI, TIFA and IFA. Her book titled Two Worlds featured in Condé Nast Traveller. Born in Mumbai, Ulka studied in India, Switzerland and the US and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance and Economics from Babson College in Boston.
Awards IPA International Photo Awards - The Art of Drag series was awarded an Honorable Mention in the People & Lifestyle category - September 2022
IPA International Photo Awards - The Memory Keepers selected as Jury Top 5 in the Single Shot Colour Competition - July 2022
TIFA Tokyo International Foto Awards - Art of Drag selected as winner of Bronze Prize in People & Life Style Category - December 2021
LFI Leica Fotografie International - Several Master Shots and Best in Category Awards
