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THE INDIANS  A book full of faces, smiles, and positive energy.

A photographic journey through the heart of India, captured over two decades by French photographer Ari Rossner.

Through 450 pages with colour and black & white portraits, this book radiates positive energy, smiles, expressions of quiet pride, and faces looking straight into the camera, offering a rare and intimate sense of closeness. Every image reflects the human connection that makes India so unique. 

From street corners to temples, from children to elders, from the unknown to the well-known, these portraits highlight not only the beauty of diversity, but also a shared warmth and dignity that transcends background or status. Adding to this richness, the book also embraces the spontaneous humor and playfulness found in everyday Indian life. It will change the way you see India.

Spanning over 450 pages (34x24cm), this book is one of the most extensive and beautifully crafted collections of Indian portraits ever published.

Currently in the final stages of editing, the book is being meticulously designed and will be printed this summer of 2025 with exceptional attention to aesthetic quality. This ensures that both the visual and tactile experience reflect the depth, beauty, and ambition of the project.

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🕰️ Timeline

• May–June 2025 – Pre-order campaign live
• Summer 2025 – Printing and production
• Autumn 2025 – Shipping begins
• Late 2025–2026 – Book launches and exhibitions in India and internationally

✨ Why This Book Matters

• A 20-year visual celebration of India’s people
• Honest, generous portraits with eye contact and emotional presence
• A large, high-quality object designed for lasting appreciation
• An invitation to pause, to connect - and to smile

🧡 Join the Journey

This book is about more than photography.
It’s about the quiet force of humanity, the beauty of connection, and the good energy we all need more than ever.
Help us bring it into the world.

💸 Rewards

54 €
1 Signed copy of The Indians (pre-order price)

90 €
1 Signed copy + 1 fine-art print (signed, 18×24 cm)

150 €
2 signed copies + 2 fine fine-art prints (signed, 18×24 cm)

216 €
4 Signed copies of The Indians (pre-order price)

530 €
10 Signed copies of The Indians (pre-order price)

1000 €
1 signed copy + 1 fine fine-art prints limited edition (signed, 42x60 cm)

1000 €
20 Signed copies of The Indians (pre-order price)

2500 €
50  copies of The Indians (pre-order price)

4800 €
100  copies of The Indians (pre-order price) with your name in the book

9400 €
200 copies of The Indians (pre-order price)

• Pre-Order Price: -> 54€ per copy (-35% under retail price: 85€)
• Offer Valid Until: 30 May 2025
• Delivery: After summer

Books will be shipped worldwide !

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