Benoy Behl on documenting Ajanta Caves' murals with low-light photography
Art historian and photographer Benoy Behl delivered a lecture at Bangalore International Centre, detailing his decades-long documentation of ancient murals inside monuments across India, with a focus on the Ajanta Caves. Behl is renowned for his mastery of low-light photography techniques, which allowed him to capture the intricate paintings without damaging them. His work has been critical in preserving the visual record of these fragile artworks. The lecture also touched on restoration efforts and the challenges of conserving such heritage sites.
Key facts
- Benoy Behl is an art historian and photographer specializing in low-light photography.
- He documented murals at the Ajanta Caves and other Indian monuments.
- The lecture took place at Bangalore International Centre.
- His technique avoids damage to ancient artworks.
- The talk covered restoration of heritage sites.
- Behl's work spans decades.
- Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- The murals date back to the 2nd century BCE to 6th century CE.
Entities
Artists
- Benoy Behl
Institutions
- Bangalore International Centre
Locations
- Bangalore
- India
- Ajanta Caves