MGM Foundation x BEADS
Raj Maurya is a multidisciplinary artist, archivist, and researcher working at the intersections of photography, moving image, and community-led archival practices. Trained in photography design, his work spans photography, film, and archival research, exploring how lived experiences, cultural practices, and oral histories shape collective memory and identity. Raj’s practice is rooted in close collaborations with communities and draws from traditional knowledge systems, material culture, and local histories.
He uses visual storytelling not only as a method of documentation but also as a way to reimagine and recontextualize cultural heritage in contemporary forms. His recent projects reflect an evolving interest in how art, archives, and public engagement can collectively respond to socio-cultural transitions and the fragility of lived histories. Through a blend of research and practice, Raj aims to create spaces for reflection, empathy, and deeper understanding of the past in relation to the present.