A Momentary Acquaintance

Fall engulfs the valleys of Ladakh each year, before it dissipates to give winter way. But while it lasts, sheets of auburn and bright, burning yellow light up its undulating territory.

The apricot and poplar trees merge to create a spectacular show of colours, embellishing each village in shades of gold, green and rust.

A momentary acquaintance is formed with the season of autumn; a short, playful and incorrigibly erudite relationship that lasts until it is bereft of time and contained solely within postcards, pictures and paper memory.