Aug 11, 2022

From: 9^th to 15^th August 2022

Solo Exhibition of Drawings & Paintings

By Veteran artist Late D.V. Halbhavi

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road.

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: 99016 45744

The work of a veteran artist of the past era from Dharwad, Karnataka, Late D.V. Halbhavi has been showcased in a solo art exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001 from 9^th to 15^th August 2022 between 11 am to 7pm.

This show has been organized by his son Suresh Halbhavi.

This work mostly in oil on canvas, water colours on paper, stumping powder on paper and pen & Ink on paper will exemplify subtle nuances of the varieties of artwork made by him during his art journey.

This show was inaugurated at Jehangir Art Gallery, on 9^th August 2022 by Chief Guest – Prof. Vishwanath Sable,   Director (I/C) Directorate of Art, Mumbai in the Presence of Honorable Guests Shri. Suhas Bahulkar – Eminent Artist and Writer, Shri.Chandrakant G. Bellad – Chitrakala Shilpi Shri D.V. Halbhavi Rashtriya Smaraka Trust, Dharwad and Shri Suresh D. Halbhavi – Eminent Artist.

D.V. Halbhavi hailed from Dharwad, Karnataka. He had a strong desire to study and propagate visual fine arts and drawings in future from his young age. Coming from a well-known family of Dharwad, he had his art education at sir J.J. School of Arts Mumbai. Then he participated in many professional activities related to arts in contemporary field and displayed his art works in solo art exhibitions at Hubli, Dharwad, Honawar, Bijapur, Karwar, Dandeli etc. He worked as Judge for many drawing grade examinations and art exhibitions at State and National Levels. He wrote 2 books on arts and was a proud recipient of several awards and appreciation from the recognized institutions of good reputation. A proud recipient of honours from Rashtrapati Bhavan for his work on dome there, he was a judge for several exhibitions of State level and Lalit Kala Akademi. Shri D.V. Halbhavi started an Art school in Dharwad in 1935, which was the first Art school in Karnataka, which was considered to be a model for other Art schools started in other places much later. He established School of Art in 1935 and impacted training and art education to several aspirants till this day. He has worked on the advisory board of Federation of Art Institutions Mumbai, Davangere School of Arts & Crafts and many more. His works are in proud collection of many art collectors of national and international reputation all of globe.

The present exhibition has displayed several works made by him in his art career. The most significant amongst his presentations in this show include landscapes, portraits, life studies in realistic style, Antique studies, religious works etc. The portraits are noteworthy for their anatomical studies and textural finesses and relevant details. Other works like landscapes and life studies showcase the relevant details and seasonal particulars. Antique studies and religious works illustrate the historical and spiritual fervours and nuances of the traditional heritage and other details. One can clearly notice the command of the artist over the medium and techniques used for the aesthetic and artistic adornment of the work with the apt hues in the relevant perspectives of visual arts.

Solo Exhibition of Drawings & Paintings By Veteran artist Late D.V. Halbhavi in Jehangir Art Gallery

Aug 11, 2022

Chief Guest, Dr. Suvi Manish Swamy, Actress Ashi Gaur, Singer Pranav Vats and Shonali Mishra honoured their presence as Guest of Honour.

The exhibition “Satv” of famous painter Sarika Banka’s paintings was inaugurated on 9th August at Nehru Center Worli Mumbai where many celebrity guests were also present. The exhibition of this painting came to full swing and started by lighting the lamp.

The chief guests of the exhibition were Dr. Suvi Manish Swamy (Cancer Therapist, Director, Ishwara Life Sciences) and Mr. Jayesh Khade (Social Entrepreneur). Whereas TV Actress Ashi Gaur, Singer Pranav Vats, Singer Shonali Mishra, Sushant Singh (Music Professor) were present here as guest of honor. This exhibition will run from 9 August 2022 to 15 August 2022. In the inauguration ceremony, painter Sarika Banka welcomed all the guests and honoured them with a bouquet of flowers.

Let us bring light to the fact that Sarika Banka has been practising drawing and painting for more than 21 years. With an award from the President of India, Sarika Banka has brushed down and presented variety of expressions and emotions on canvas. She is inspired by various forms of art, including sculptures in old monuments, temples and palaces in India and abroad. With skillful use of colors and brushes she has beautifully picturised the depiction of love, peace, harmony and unity in the world

Adding more regards to this painting exhibition, Sarika added, “Satv is a combination of two words, Satya and Tatva. I feel that the purpose of my life is to discover my truth, and the most essential parts that help me on this journey are my eternal, inner and outer five elements. You can see the essence of the Satv elaborated in my paintings.”

Chief Guest Dr Suvi Manish Swamy stated that Sarika is associated with spirituality and this spirituality has inspired her to make such paintings.

Sarika thanked the Chief Guest Dr Suvi Manish Swamy. Sarika’s family were also present on this occasion. Her mother said that Sarika was very fond of painting since childhood and today her achievement is worth watching. At the same time, her mother-in-law said that Sarika is my daughter-in-law but I consider her like a daughter, we both live like mother and daughter.

Actress Ashi Gaur of Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain fame says that Sarika’s painting shows great calmness and positivity. Behind every painting there is a story attached with different emotions.

Singer Pranav Vats also liked Sarika’s painting and added that I paint a life with a pen and she is adding color to life with a brush.

The Exhibition of Famous Painter Sarika Banka’s paintings SATV Inaugurated at Nehru Center Mumbai

Aug 11, 2022

From: 9^th to 15^th August 2022

ROMARTIKA Art Decoded Presents

“Shades of Passion” An Art Exhibition

By 28 Contemporary Artists.

 

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

Auditorium Hall

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai – 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: 96079 77850

 

Shades of passion – a Romartika group show by 28 emerging artists in Jehangir Art Gallery

Group show of twenty-eight emerging artists have been displayed in  Jehangir Art Gallery, Auditorium Hall,  Mumbai during 9^th August ’22 to 15^th August ’22.

The show was inaugurated on 9^th August 2022 in Jehangir Art Gallery by Founder of Leadstart Publishing – Mr. Swarup Nanda,  Art Collector & Art Consultant  Nitin M Jadia, Senior Director Crisil Ratings – Mr. Krishnan Sitaram in the presence of art many artists, art lovers and art connoisseurs etc.

Romartika Art Decoded is an initiative launched by Saikat Baksi, an author of English Fiction, and two art lovers, Partha Hor and Sumedha Baksi. The mission was to untangle art from the snare of fiefdoms of tradition and protocols. Romartika reconned that the game changers in the history of art always created something outrageous and shook the pillars of the convention. But their journey had rarely been favourable. They had to fight tooth and nail for recognition because the existing practice and style always tried to throttle them. That is why, Romartika, since its inception, focused on fearless artistic talents who held the spark of potential to break open a new frontier.

This group show too, is an exposition of artworks created by artists who are not driven by the pseudo force of money and fame but raw raving passion. The art lovers will be in for a surprising visual treat that will tickle their intellect and senses.

The participating artists are: Vaijayanthi B Desai, Vivek Jivani, Vaishali Rajput, Tamal Das, Sulochana Gawde, Sudipta Sett, Sudipta Adhikari, Sonal Mantri, Shubhankar Singha, Shruti Goenka, Shoma Bhowmick, Shaikh Ahsan, Sayed Juber, Saranya Ganguly, Rimzim Sinha Dasgupta, Nilanjana Roy, Neetesh Misra, Nandita Desai, Nabin Das, Maitrry P Shah, Kattakuri Ravi, Jagruti Rakesh Katariya, Gauri Gulati, Devayani Thakre, Bharati Shah, Anuradha Bhattacharya, Anup Mitra and Saikat Baksi.

Shades of Passion An Art Exhibition By 28 Contemporary Artists in Jehangir Art Gallery

Aug 10, 2022

परवेज दमानिया, सुधारक ओल्वे, मधुश्री, रूपाली सूरी, रुशा माधवानी, अनुषा श्रीनिवासन अय्यर, संजय निकम ने जहांगीर आर्ट गैलरी में ललित पाटिल के लैंडस्केप ऑफ आइडेंटिटी का उद्घाटन किया।

ललित पाटिल, तीन दशकों से मुंबईकर के दृश्य कलाकार, अपने आप में एक स्लम स्टार हैं। उनमें वास्तव में मलिन बस्तियों को कालातीत कृतियों में बदलनें की अद्भुत कला है।

जहांगीर आर्ट गैलरी, गैलरी 3, लैंडस्केप ऑफ आइडेंटिटीज में उनकी प्रदर्शनी का उद्घाटन पद्म श्री सुधारक ओल्वे, कला संग्रहकर्ता परवेज दमानिया, पार्श्व गायिका मधुश्री और उनके संगीतकार पति रॉबी बादल, अभिनेत्री रूपाली सूरी, सेलेब पोषण विशेषज्ञ रुशा माधवानी और निर्देशक-समतावादी पृथ्वी ने किया।  योद्धा अनुषा श्रीनिवासन अय्यर, मूर्तिकार-क्यूरेटर संजय निकम आदि वहाँ मौजूद थे।

ललित पाटिल में एक कलाकार के तौर पर अपना खाली समय न केवल शहर को देखने में बिताया है, बल्कि वो मलिन बस्तियों को अपनी प्रेरणा के रूप में देखते है।  “मुम्बई एक जटिल जगह है – यह शहर में आने वाले नागरिकों के लिए जगह बनाती है और उन्हें अपना बनाती है। चाहे वह इसकी इमारतों, झुग्गियों और लोगों के साथ हो, वे सभी मुंबई से घिरे हुए हैं,” पाटिल ने कहा।

मलिन बस्तियों की संरचना कलाकार के लिए एक अजीब आकर्षण रखती है।  वे कहते हैं, “झुग्गी बस्तियों में एक अप्रत्याशित संरचना होती है जिसमें वे घर होते हैं जो क्षेत्र को घेरते हैं, जिसमें प्रकाश अंधेरे से गुजरता है, आकार बनाता है। ये पृष्ठभूमि में विशाल इमारतों के साथ संरचनाओं की अपनी कहानी बताने के लिए अपनी कहानी होती है। वे मेटाफ़ेज़ को परिभाषित करते हैं ।”  मानवीय संवेदनाओं से परिपूर्ण जटिलता और अमूर्त रूप की यह संरचना और जिंदा रहने का बंधन शहर को उतना ही जिंदा रखता है।  परिदृश्य में यह भावनात्मक पहलू है जो मुझे सबसे ज्यादा उत्साहित करता है।”

दूसरों के विपरीत, पाटिल स्पॉट पेंटिंग पसंद करते हैं।  वह वास्तव में झुग्गी-झोपड़ियों का दौरा करते है और अपने जमे हुए फ्रेम में हर पल का अनुभव करते है।  “प्रत्येक स्ट्रोक मेरे लिए एक भावना का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है। पाटिल की ‘लैंडस्केप ऑफ आइडेंटिटीज’ शीर्षक वाली वैचारिक कृति ऐसी है कि कला के हर टुकड़े की अपनी परिभाषा, एक कहानी, एक पहचान होती है।  उन्होंने विशेष खंड भी बनाए हैं जहां स्क्रैप अपना कैनवास बनाता है।  “मेरा मानना है कि मेरा काम मुझे, आपको, मुंबई के लोगों को  दृढ़ता से परिभाषित करते हैं”।

भारत के अद्भुत कलाकार और मुंबईकर ललित पाटिल ने मुम्बई की झुग्गी बस्तियों को किया अमर,उनके परिदृश्य को अपने कैनवास में उतारकर बनाया खूबसुरत !

Aug 10, 2022

Parvez Damania, Sudharak Olwe, Madhushree, Rupali Suri,  Rusha Madhwani, Anusha Srinivasan  Iyer, Sanjay Nikam inaugurate Lalit Patil’s Landscape of Identities at Jehangir Art Gallery

Lalit Patil, a Mumbaikar visual artist from three decades, is a Slum Star in his own right. He actually converts slums into timeless masterpieces.

His exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, Gallery 3,  titled Landscape of Identities was inaugurated by Padma Shri Sudharak Olwe, art collector Parvez Damania, playback singer Madhushree and her composer husband Robby Badal, actress Rupali Suri, celeb nutritionist Rusha Madhwani and director-egalitarian earth warrior Anusha Srinivasan Iyer, sculptor-curator Sanjay Nikam among others.

The artist in Lalit Patil spends his free time not just observing the city, but looks at the slums as his inspiration. “Munbai is a complex place — it makes space for the denizens that flow into the city and makes them its own. Whether it be with its buildings,  slums and people, they are all enveloped by Mumbai,” avers Patil.

The structure of the slums hold a strange fascination for the artist. Says he, “Slums have  an unexpected structure wherein they are houses enveloping the area, with light passing through  darkness, forming shapes. These. Structures  in juxtaposition with huge buildings in the background have their own story to tell. They define the metaphase if the city.” This structure of complexity and abstract form replete with human emotion and the bond to stay alive keeps the city alive as much. It is this emotional aspect in the  landscape that excites me most.”

Unlike others, Patil prefers spot paintings. He actually visits the slums and captures each moment he experiences in his frozen frames. “Each stroke represents an emotion for me,” he enthuses.  Patil’s conceptual work titled ‘Landscape of Identities’ is such that  every piece of art has its own definition, a tale, an identity.  He has even made special sections where scrap creates its own canvas. “I believe my works strongly define me, you, the people of Mumbai, us,” he concludes.

Mumbaikar Lalit Patil Captures Slums and Immortalises their Landscape in his Canvas

Aug 4, 2022

From: 2^nd to 8^th August 2022

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road,

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 40 0001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: 92233 20123

Recent work of a well-known artist, Namdeo Patil has been showcased in a solo art exhibition at Jehangir art gallery, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001 from 2^nd to 8^th August, 2022 between 11 am to 7 pm. This works  is in oil on canvas.

This show have been inaugurated on 2nd August 2022 by Prof. Shridhar Badekar(Ex-Principal of Rahaja School of Art, Mumbai in the presence of Mr. Sachin Jain, Mr. Jignesh Jain, Mr. Nitin Mehta, Mr. Pannalal Sanghavi, Mr. Dinesh Jain, Mr. Baban Lingayat, Mr. Pravin Koltharkar and many art lovers and art connoisseurs.

Namdev Patil hails from Pen, Dist. Raigad and had his art education at Kalaniketan, Kolhapur. He has a command over the medium and technique used for aesthetic and artistic adornment of the work with the desired visual effects and divine fervour. For the last 25 years, he has been actively preparing figurative work, spiritual work, landscapes etc. in realistic style and displaying the same in art shows in leading art galleries. He makes artistic amalgamation of pastels, pencil and water colours so as to present the work in mix media. He has also a command over oil colours.

The present exhibition showcases various sentimental divine aspects associated with Lord Ganesha and the spiritual fervour attached to the same. He has also used calligraphy to reveal Vedic and religious hymns and cultural vignettes at the background while depicting the various moods and eternal expressions of Lord Ganesha in vivid positions and the relevant anatomical details thereof to yield the expected divine visual effect to the creative endeavour. He has artistically presented Lord Ganesha in different divine forms in his work alongwith the aesthetic revelation of the spiritual effects and their fervours in an artistic way. Each work is unique and has its own characteristic visual quality via the desired visual effects at the strategic arenas therein such as various ornaments, anatomical divine gestures and the blessing as well as playful forms etc. in the relevant perspectives of visual fine arts.

“Shri Ganesha” A Solo Show of Paintings By Well-known artist Namdev Patil

Aug 4, 2022

From: 2^nd to 8^th August 2022

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: 9920804573

Recent work of a contemporary artist, Dr.Shardool Mishra has displayed in a solo art exhibition at Jehangir art gallery, Kala Ghoda, M.G. Road, Mumbai 400 001 from 2^nd to 8^th Aug. 2022 between 11 am to 7 pm.  This work is in pen on paper & canvas.

The show have been inaugurated on 2^nd August 2022 by Dr. Uttam Pacharne(Ex-Chairman, National Lalit Kala Akademi, Ravindra Bhavan, New Delhi), Mr. Nitin Jadia (Art Consultant  & Art Collector, Mumbai), Mr. Pradip Sarkar(Eminent Artist) in the Presence of many art dignitaries, art lovers and art connoisseurs..

Dr.Shardool Mishra is currently Asst. Professor, Lalit Kala Sansthan, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra. He had his art education upto B.F.A. in fine arts in 2000 followed by M.F.A. in in fine arts in 2002 from Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, U.P.  He was then awarded Ph. D. in drawing & painting from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra in 2008 after doing research. He participated in UGC sponsored refresher course in fine arts organised by Academic Staff College, DDU, Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur in 2013. He showcased his work in many solo and group art shows in leading art galleries at Agra, New Delhi, Lucknow, Kanpur etc and abroad. He was an active participant in several workshops and art camps in various regions of our country. He was a recipient of many prizes / awards and appreciations from leading art promotional institutions at various cities and regions like Lalit Kala Academy, North Zone, New Delhi, Rotary Club, Meerut, International Indian Art Society, Allahabad, IIT, B.H.U. Varanasi, Swadeshi Mela at Varanasi etc.  His works are in the collection of many leading art collectors in India and abroad.

The present series in pen on paper & canvas   reveals his compositional endeavours on vivid realm of life at several stages/tiers in a typical style. He has an experimental style and a rational approach and the compositions displayed in his various endeavours bear testimony to his inner thoughts and an urge to overcome outwardly perturbations in the thought process prevalent in his subconscious mind. As a result, his multifaceted works in realistic style reveal his impressions of the various happenings around and a pictorial representation of these impressions via the art work using lines and real object images being supported by apt colour tones.

“The Deep Impact”  Blissful Drawings By Contemporary artist Dr Shardool Mishra

Jun 23, 2022

From: 21^st to 27^th June 2022

“My New Journey Begins…

Solo show of Paintings

By Well-known artist Inderjeet Grover

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road,

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: 98107 06622, 9026555531

Seeking the truth through Art…

Defined forms that overlap and emerge from one other, textured surface, busy brushstrokes and art that exuberates fullness are some of defining features of Inderjeet Grover’s paintings which will be on view in a Solo Exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai from 21st to 27th June, 2022.

This show has  been inaugurated on 21^st June 2022 by  Nikita Rawal Bollywood Actress, Mr. Rajiv Kasat  (Renowned Architect), Sadhu Amrutvadandas (Eminent Artist, Writer, Motivational Speaker, Counselor, Guitarist),  Satyamvada( Miss Intellectual, Miss Culture World India Heritage), Mahendra Kalantri (CEO Acclaim Systems India Ltd.), Geeta Das(Eminent Artist).

All of Inderjeet’s art exhibitions have always been titled around the theme of journey, as he believes that art as well as life is a continuous journey, nothing is permanent, life is in a flux. Creativity demands ongoing highly conscious self-knowledge, a journey within.

His paintings, rendered in impressionist style, employ thick pigmented strokes applied with great virtuosity, revealing a style that is at once free and highly constructed. These works showcase the countryside, its landscapes, the people, their daily lives, their emotions, joys and worries engaged in daily activities, such as an old man waiting near his door, an old lady engaged in cooking food, the cycle rickshaws outside the house, facial emotions of dancers during their dance, various musical instruments.

Inderjeet Grover has completed BFA in painting from College of Art, New Delhi followed by advanced courses leading to M.F.A. in Painting from College of Art, New Delhi. He has a rich professional experience as Director, North Central Zone Cultural Centre, Prayagraj, and also had additional charge of  Director  at South Central Zone, Cultural Zone, Nagpur,   both the autonomous bodies of ministry of culture Presently He is serving as Deputy Director (Gen.), Dept. of Education,  NDMC – New Delhi to name a few.

He has participated in more than 100 solo and group art exhibitions till date. His works are in proud collection of many renowned art collectors like Ex-President APJ Abdul Kalam, Karnataka Chitrakala Parishad, Bangalore, Indian Council for Cultural Relation (ICCR), Prime Minister’s office, New Delhi, German Embassy, Camel Foundation, Mumbai, Minister of Culture Dr. Mahesh Sharma and also in USA, UK, Canada, Singapore, Australia, Dubai, Kenya, Hong Kong, England, Ireland, Germany Mauritius etc.

   

Solo show of Paintings By Well-known artist Inderjeet Grover in Jehangir Art Gallery

Jun 18, 2022

From: 16^th to 19^th June 2022

Aakriti Art Foundation presents

“Colours of Spring 17”

17th Annual Art Exhibition

An International exhibition by 26 selected artists from India, Australia, South Africa & Oman

Participating artists: M.F. Hussain, T. Vaikuntham, Jatin Das, Vijendar Sharma, Pratibha Khanna, Qureysh Basrai, Ronak Yogesh Makwana, Mukesh Nathani, Rinni Patel, Robin Hicks, Abhay Vijay Mastram, Manjary Ranjan Singh, Padmakar Kappagantula, Amit Kumar, Soni Kumar, Sangita Mishra, Anuradha Chavan, Mona Rathod, Nanda Pathak, Ken Maloney, Sayyad Zuber Bakar, Abhijit Das, Sohan Kumar, Poonam Anand, Sohnal V. Saxena, Swapna Sanjay Malwade    among others.

VENUE:

Cymroza Art Gallery

72, Bhulabhai Desai Road

Near Breach Candy Hospital

Mumbai 400026

www.aakritiartfoundation.com

Contact: 86526 76888

Colours of spring – 17. The special feature of this show is that it displays the artworks of many talented artists from various regions under one roof alongwith the works of master artists like. M. F. Hussain. T. Vaikuntham. Vijender. Sharma etc. Akruti. Art. Foundation has given a good chance to the upcoming talent in the country to present their artwork alongwith many master artists of international reputation to reach probable buyers and genuine art collectors.

The show has been organized by Mr. Manmohan Jaiswal – the founder of Aakriti Art Foundation.

This show has been inaugurated on 16^th June 2022 by Khemchand  Bhagnani. -Film Producer, Uttam Jain – Indian Chamber of commerce, Leela Gajra – Builder, Manish Shah – Builder and Film Producer, Ritesh Chouhan – Business Man, Mengesh Naik – Retd. Mumbai Police, Darshana Kamble – Builder, Shyam Singhania – Businessman, Anuja Sahay – From Music Industry, Navin Bhanushali – Famous Photographer and Writer among others.

 

Aakriti Art Foundation presents “Colours of Spring 17”  17th Annual Art Exhibition

Jun 9, 2022

From: 7^th to 13^th June 2022

MANIFESTATION

An Art Exhibition by contemporary artist Sumana Dey

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: 98204 46619

This show has been inaugurated on 7^th June 2022  by Chief Guest Dr. Indu Shahani( Founding President & Chancellor Atlas SkillTech University, Mumbai),  Guests of Honour Mr. Harish Bhat(Brand Custodian, Tata Sons),  Ajoykaant Ruia   (Chairman Allstate Group), Prof. Vishwanath Sabale(Director of Art & Dean, Sir J.J. School of Art), in the presence of Padmanabh Bendre(Eminent Artist), Mr. Nitin Jadia and many art Lover & art connoisseurs

Manifestation 2022

Sumana Dey is an artist from Pune, settled in Mumbai. Working in this field with full dedication and passion. Sharing her journey towards her world of creation and peace.

“My paintings manifest my beliefs. I am very grateful to Lord for giving me this body, life and freedom of expression through creativity. It’s like meditation for me. I manifest to make it all the best. Nature, humans and the whole universe are His creations. I have tried my best in bring my creations to its best – “Manifestation”.

“My work is my identity”. – Sumana

Sumana is from a religious family. Her mother Srimati Sandhya Nath, singer and father Guru Shri Sachin Nath, artist, would take their kids to Kalighat temple,Kolkata. These visits have left a spiritual impression in the mind. The love for the culture is evident in the paintings of Sumana. Her father was a senior artist from Pune. His works influenced Sumana and has manifested into her art forms. Longish and rhythmic figures are the core representation. Experimenting in various mediums.Dry pastels, acrylic, oil, Mix media, wood, clay, etc.

Sumana is a Figurative contemporary artist – “Manifestation” is the theme of the show. Meaning that whatever you focus on is what you are bringing into your reality. You may focus and manifest through meditation, visualization, or just via your conscious or subconscious.

While creating her drawing and painting, she likes to hear Bhagwat Gita and the teaching given by Lord Krishna.Thereby, manifesting her thoughts to positivity and meditation. She works with full dedication and gratitude, visualizing herself in all the living creatures.Simple relationship between friends, family, small room gathering, bonding and self are the topic which she depicts. Figures are simple dressed with no ornaments and jewellery, in natural form and appearance.

In black and white series,figures arenude, wearing striped designer dress or a thin bordered saree. Graceful, sensuous, elegant and softness seen in the rendering of the textures all over every painting. Bringing unique style to the work. Sometimes beetle shaped leaves (auspiciously used in rituals) are also used in the works to give the aesthetic beauty to the overall composition.

Also, on display will be a unique concept of 26 circular pata paintings on the epic, Mahabharata. Narrating the timeline episodes of Mahabharata, dating from the great grandfather of Pandeva’s, the great King Shantanu to the great battle at Kurukshetra. Depicting the whole saga of Mahabharat in a series, of narrative composition.

MANIFESTATION An Art Exhibition by contemporary artist Sumana Dey in Jehangir Art Gallery