No. 49
Development
While passing through an urban underpass, I noticed a pair of mynas nesting inside a drainage opening, a space commonly found beneath such structures. The walls had been freshly painted, and the word ‘Development’ appeared directly below the nesting site. This unexpected combination caught my attention and inspired me to create the image. I used a frontal perspective and natural daylight to frame the birds, the opening, and the word together. The photograph reflects how urban birds adapt to changing city environments and make use of whatever spaces are available to survive alongside human development.
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About the photographer
Archit Prajapati is an architectural and commercial photographer from Ahmedabad and Co-founder of Archit Photographics, specialising in architecture, interiors, industrial photography, drone imaging, and commercial visual documentation. His work serves leading architects, interior designers, builders, and corporate clients, including the Adani Group. Known for his attention to detail and visual storytelling, Archit captures the essence of design and space while mentoring students as Visiting Faculty at Gujarat University, sharing his expertise in architectural photography and professional imaging practices.