Slow work. Lasting records. Meaningful collaborations.
Arpan works with individuals, institutions, and organisations where the intent goes beyond a single image — towards documentation that carries cultural, historical, and archival weight. If your work aligns with that, he would like to hear from you.
Editorial & Documentary Assignments
Editorial features, documentary assignments, and commissioned visual stories shaped through research and sustained time on the ground.
Institutional Collaborations & Research-led Projects
Collaborative projects with institutions, researchers, and communities working at the intersection of culture, land, and identity.
Mentorship & Education
One-on-one mentorship, portfolio reviews, and guidance for photographers developing long-term or deeply personal projects.
Workshops & Talks
Photography workshops, lectures, and conversations focused on practice, process, and the ethics of visual storytelling.
Artist Residencies & Fellowship Partnerships
Open to residencies and fellowship opportunities that support sustained fieldwork and long-term documentation in underrepresented geographies.
Tour Design & Consultation
Thoughtfully designed photography journeys and community-based travel experiences, shaped around local cultures, meaningful encounters, and a deeper understanding of place. Consultation for tourism initiatives seeking to build responsible, culturally grounded experiences.
For details or to explore a possible collaboration, write in via the contact page and please include some context about your project or intent.