Through the lens of Masterji

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Masterji was well-known figure as the first Indian photographer in Coventry in the 1970s. Letitia George catches up with his daughter Tarla Patel ahead of an exhibition of his work at Compton Verney. This exhibition showcases the portraits he took over his five-decades-long career and is accompanied by interviews with members of the pioneering generation of South Asian migrants in Coventry. Photo: Masterji, Self-portrait with Kokila and balloon, 1971. ©The Masterji Estate To read more about Masterji visit https://bbc.in/3392GpD