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The Kolam sent on 15 Marzo 2026 (10:07) by Roberto Pazzi. 0 comments, 90 views.

at 48mm, 1/400 f/4.0, ISO 6400, hand held.

Portrait of the Kolam, the performer for the Hindu shamanic ritualistic dance of Theyyam (India). HUMANKIND, my premium, limited-edition, museum-quality standard book featuring over 200 large-format photos. Available on my website: https://robertopazziphoto.com Theyyam is a Hindu shamanic ritualistic dance form practiced in Kerala, mainly in the northern districts. The performer who embodies the deity is known as the Kolam. The term refers to the sacred manifestation or “form” taken by the performer once the transformation is complete. During the ritual the Kolam is not regarded merely as an actor or dancer but as the living embodiment of the deity or spirit being invoked. Devotees approach the Kolam with reverence, seeking blessings, protection, healing, and sometimes prophetic guidance. The people of the region consider Theyyam itself as a channel to a god and they thus seek blessings from Theyyam. The ritual combines dance, music, chanting and elaborate makeup to create a powerful sacred performance that represents deities, ancestral spirits and mythological heroes. Performers undergo long periods of preparation, including fasting and spiritual discipline, before embodying the divine presence during the ceremony. Costumes are vibrant and symbolic, often featuring towering headdresses, painted faces and rhythmic movements that follow traditional percussion. Website: https://robertopazziphoto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/roberto_pazzi_photo

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