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In the name of Ram

Ramnamis are a sect found around Chhattisgarh. They believe in Lord Ram and have his name tattooed all over their bodies. It took days to get these tattoos done and what hurt most were the facial ones. Ink used was collected in a saucer, over a kerosene lamp, the soot was then used for the tattoos

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Color Photography Contest

2025

Honorable Mention

Portrait

Non Professional

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People

Non Professional

In the name of Ram

Ramnamis are a sect found around Chhattisgarh. They believe in Lord Ram and have his name tattooed all over their bodies. It took days to get these tattoos done and what hurt most were the facial ones. Ink used was collected in a saucer, over a kerosene lamp, the soot was then used for the tattoos

About Artist

Mark Muscat de Celis

From a young age I was captivated by the various people that inhabit this wonderful planet. My career in hospitality further down the line has taken me to different destinations, experiencing new cultures, learning on the way how to connect and blend in with locals. I realised that to capture these experiences photography was the perfect vehicle. Connection is key where people are concerned, you need to know the story of the characters in front of you. Once they let you in on their life story, it’s your role as a photographer to portray that person in the best way possible.

Mark Muscat de Celis

Photographic Areas of Focus

Film/Analog, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Travel

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Malta

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