Raghu Rai
Raghu Rai: A Life in Photography Born in Jhang, Pakistan, in 1942, Raghu Rai is a celebrated Indian photographer and photojournalist whose career has spanned decades, documenting the vibrant tapestry of India and beyond. His journey into photography began in the mid-1960s, marking the start of a prolific career dedicated to capturing the essence of human experience through a lens. Early Career & Photojournalism Early Years: Rai i…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Raghu Rai's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Raghu Rai's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
