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EclEctic MEtaphorsThe Taj Mahal palace, MuMbai

5th - 12th October, 2016

Gallery pioneerpresents

a Group Show

EclEctic MEtaphorsCurated by Alka Raghuvanshi

preview at 6.30pm on wednesday5th october, 2016

on view till 12th october, 201611.00am to 7.00pm daily

Taj art Gallery The Taj Mahal palace, apollo Bunder road, Colaba, Mumbai

+91 22 66653366, 66653175 www.tajhotels.com

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parTicipaTing arTisTs (caMp parTicipanTs)

alka raghuvanshianita Kulkarniannu naikbabli Dasbasant bhargavjagadish DeyKishore royKrishnendu porelManoj nayakDr. nand Kishorenarender sharmaneena gulatinilandri paulniren senguptaO.p. shamrapraveen upadhyesanjay ashtaputresanjib gogoishampa sircar Dasshridhar iyersidharthDr. snehlata prasadTirthankar biswasVilas Kulkarni

guesT arTisTs

a.ramachandranarup DasF.n. souzag.r.santoshjamini royM.F. hussainMal chandji jangid\Mehboob alamMeena sansanwaln.s. ranap.gnananilesh vederam Kumarsoina r. sawharwalsuchismita sahoosuhas roysunil DasT. VaikunthamVinod sharmaY. shirwadkar

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eclecTic MeTaphOrseclectic Metaphors is an exhibition that displays an amalgam of works with vivid emotions and thoughts. each work has the hallmark of its creator and showcases sophisticated techniques with masterly use of colours and forms. each art work is characterised by a deep rooted indianess which is inherent in the thought process of each artist. and yet all the artworks indicate myriad metaphorical combinations of ideas, emotions and contexts. The collection in many ways can be appreciated as a true blend of indian spirit and ethos. The exhibition is a culmination of efforts of various artists, many of whom participated in an art camp organised by gallery pioneer during summer this year.

gallery pioneer, established in 1999 by praveen upadhye, a renowned artist himself with over 30 years of experience, has promoted both experimental cutting edge art as well as traditional art. in his endeavour to promote quality art and connect it to larger numbers of art lovers, praveen upadhye in collaboration with art lover saurabh singhvi, held an art camp in Mukhteshwar, uttarakhand, albeit with a difference. artists painted at the camp with a view to create a painting of 3’ X 4’ which would eventually be turned into a serigraph for greater outreach. To take this forward, a serigraph printing workshop was held to convert the paintings from the camp into serigraphs and a portfolio prepared from these prints.

The camp was a huge success with participation by renowned artists such as anu naik, O.p. sharma, s.D. shrotraya, sidharth, niren sen gupta, jagdish Dey, sridhar iyer, niladri paul, shampa sircar Das, alka raghuvanshi, Vilas Kulkarni, anita Kulkarni, Dr. snehlata prasad among others. The exhibition displays all the works done by the participating artists along with a few guest artists. The guest artists include artists such as M.F. husain, F.n. souza, Mehboob alam, ram Kumar, T. Vaikuntham, g.r. santosh, Y. shirwarcar, Vinod sharma among others.

The Taj, Mumbai, has a long history of promoting the arts and the Taj salon has been founded with the aim to promote meaningful contemporary art along with the traditional indian art forms. both gallery pioneer and Taj salon share the same vision and objectives and are committed to further the cause of indian art and culture. The exhibition becomes a platform for both to unite and celebrate the vibrant facets of indian art.

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curaTOr’s nOTeThe exhibition is a culmination of efforts of various artists, who participated in an art camp organised by gallery pioneer. gallery pioneer established in 1999 by shri praveen upadhye, a renowned artist with over 30 years of experience, has always promoted experimental cutting edge art works along with traditional art. in its endeavour to promote quality art and also take it to the masses, praveen upadhye in collaboration with art lover saurabh singhvi, envisaged the concept of an art camp. For this event each artist contributed a studio painting of 3’ X 4’ size. Further a serigraph printing workshop was held with the collected paintings and a portfolio was prepared from these prints.

The camp was a huge success with participation by renowned artists such as anu naik, O.p.sharma, s.D.shrotraya, sidharth, niren sen gupta, jagdish Dey, sridhar iyer, niladhri paul, shampa sircar Das among others. The exhibition displays all the works done by the participating artists along with a few guest artists. The guest artists include artists such as M.F.hussain, F.n. souza, s.h.raza, ram Kumar, ramesh gorjala among others.

Taj salon at the Taj Mahal, Mumbai has also been founded with the aim to promote meaningful contemporary art along with the traditional indian art forms. both gallery pioneer and Taj salon share the same vision and objectives and are committed to further the cause of indian art and culture. The exhibition becomes a platform for both to unite and celebrate the vibrant facets of indian art.

as the name suggests, eclectic metaphors, displays a wide-ranging collection of works with vivid emotions and thoughts. each work has the hallmark of its creator and showcases sophisticated techniques with masterly use of colours and forms. each art work is characterized by a deep rooted indianess which is inherent in the thought process of each artist. and yet all the artworks display the same indianess with different metaphorical combinations of ideas, emotions and contexts. The collection in many ways can be appreciated as a true concoction of indian spirit and ethos.

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a. raMaChandran

untitledWatercolour on paper

21 x 28.5 inches2008

provenance: From a reputed private collection, Delhi.

a. raMaChandran


21 x 28.5 inches2007

provenance: From a reputed private collection, Delhi.

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alka raGhuvanShi

untitledacrylic on canvas24 x 48 inches2016

aniTa kulkarni


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annu naik

untitledOil on canvas

32 x 32 inches2015

annu naik


24 x 36 inches2014

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arup daS

untitledOil on canvas42 x 42 inches

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BaSanT BharGav

untitledacrylic on canvas

48 x 36 inches2016

BaBli daS


36 x 48 inches2016

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F.n. Souza

untitledink on paper8 x 11 inches1990

F.n. Souza

untitledink on paper8 x 11 inches1990provenance: From a reputed private collection, Delhi.

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G.r. SanToSh


10.5 x 17.5 inches2015

JaGadiSh dey

Messenger Birdacrylic on canvas

36 x 48 inches2016

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JaMini roy

untitledTempera on jute36 x 30 inches1960 approx.

Jamini roy

untitledTempera on cardboard-paper14 x 24 inches1960 approx.

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kiShore roy


48 x 36 inches2016

kiShore roy


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kriShnendu porel


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M.F. huSain

untitledOil on canvas17.3 x 23.5 inchessigned 1984

M.F. huSain

untitledserigraph print on paper

28 x 58 inches

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Mal ChandJi JanGid

rajasthani dollsandalwood

42 inches ht. approx.1975 approx

Mal ChandJi JanGid

Big Sitarsandalwood48 inches ht. approx.1975 approx

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ManoJ nayak

The views Mongeracrylic on canvas

36 x 48 inches2016

MehBooB alaM


48 x 48 inches2006

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Meena SanSanwal

impressionacrylic on canvas22 x 36 inches2016

dr. nand kiShore

Galaxy 27acrylic on canvas36 x 36 inches2016

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n.S. rana

untitledbronze

12 x 14 x 2 inches2015

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narender SharMa


nileSh vede

peace Smallacrylic on canvas

60 x 36 inches

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niladri paul

Colour of the Sub-conciousacylic on canvas

40 x 30 inches2016

niladri paul

nrittaacylic on canvas

40 x 40 inches2016

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niren SenGupTa


niren SenGupTa


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o.p. SharMa

outer Mandalaacrylic on canvas

36 x 36 inches2014

o.p. SharMa

pleasant encounteracrylic on canvas

40 x 33 inches2011

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p. Gnana

krishnapatina on bronze12 x 22 x 3 inches2014

p. Gnana

reason to livesolid bronze38 x 38 x 28 inches2013

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praveen d upadhye

dal punjacrylic on canvas36 x 48 inches2015

praveen d upadhye

dal punjcharcoal on paper21 x 28 inches2015

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raM kuMar

untitledacrylic on paper17 x 12 inches

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S.d. ShoTriya

Banarasacrylic on canvas

30 x 40 inches2016

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SanJay aShTapuTre

untitledacrylic on canvas31.5 x 37.5 inches2016

SanJay aShTapuTre

untitledacrylic on canvas31.5 x 37.5 inches2014

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SanJiB GoGoi

pujarinMix Media on canvas32 x 56 inches2014

SanJiB GoGoi

untitledMix Media on canvas

38 x 42 inches2014

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ShaMpa SirCar daS


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SidharTh

untitledMix Media on paper

40 x 30 inches2016

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Shridher iyer


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Sonia r. SaBharwal

The angellus (set of 3)acrylic on canvas

20 x 24 inches2015

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dr. SnehlaTa praSad


SuChiSMiTa Sahoo

untitledacrylic on paper36 x 48 inches

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Sunil daS

untitledcharcoal on paper

20 x 30 inches2007

SuhaS roy

untitledMix Media on paper

16 x 20 inches2011

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TirThankar BiSwaS


T. vaikunThaM

untitledacrylic on canvas board16 x 12 inches

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vinod SharMa


36 x 36 inches2016

vilaS kulkarni

a Journey with the post BoxMix Media on canvas30 x 40 inches2016

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yaShwanT Shirwadkar

Banaras iOil on canvas40 x 30 inches2015

yaShwanT Shirwadkar

Banaras iiOil on canvas40 x 30 inches2015

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A. RamachandranBorn in 1935 in kerala, a. ramachandran graduated with a degree in Malayalam literature from kerala university before pursuing a diploma in Fine arts and Crafts from kala Bhavan, Visva Bharati University at Santiniketan. Deeply influenced by Nandalal Bose, Ramachandran makes a strong case for indian aesthetics and for the use of classical indian images to articulate an ideological position. The painter converted to using archetypal indian imagery only after years of painting in the modernist vein. Deeply influenced by the prevalent socio-political situation in kerala, his early works represented oppression, violence, war. human figures were dismembered, most of them headless. Several aspects of Indian classical art have been integrated into his art, including compound motifs and imagery, decorative elements along with the exuberance of forms and colours. he admits that he has been inspired by and extensively used kerala murals, nathadwara paintings and ajanta murals in his works. a decorative element much like the murals is observed in many of his paintings. however, in most of his works, the decorative element does not stand out; it is intrinsic, built into his figures’ clothes and jewellery as a part of the overall design. Ramachandran believes that his monumental painting ‘Yayati’ was one of the landmarks in his growth as an artist, because it allowed him to incorporate elements of classical proportions and postures in his work. executed as a narrative, it compelled ramachandran to use indian mythological imagery in a contemporary form.

Alka Raghuvanshidr alka raghuvanshi, wears many hats for she is among the few authorities on the arts who traverses the folk and classical arts, performing and plastic arts, crafts and aesthetics with ease and is known for her crusading spirit for the arts. She is an unusual combination of scholarship and hands on person who has constantly strived to put the arts centre stage with her multi-disciplinary approach traversing the various media. She is India’s first trained art curator, having trained at the Goldsmiths College, london and the Museum of Modern art in oxford. a keen painter herself, she is able to perceive and experience the various arts from the vantage position of a doer as well as an onlooker. in her writing career on the arts spanning nearly 32 years, she has documented an entire generation of artists and artists who have shaped the artistic heritage of the country captured in two books dr raghuvanshi—a Moment in Time with Legends of Indian Arts and Pathfinders—artistes of one world.

Anita Kulkarnianita kulkarni was born in new delhi in 1965. her childhood was spent in learning music & dance from her father the world renowned kathak exponent padma vibushan Guru pt. Birju Maharaj. She received her formal training in art by completing her B.F.a in Sculpture from the College of art, delhi university in 1988. She was awarded the Gold medal from College of art, delhi in 1988. The same year she was awarded by the Sahitya kala parishad with the yuva Mahotsava Award. She received the ‘Special Mention’ Award at the All India Henry Moore Sculpture Competition in 1988 organised by the British Council. She was awarded the Junior Fellowship from the dept. of Culture, Ministry of hrd, Govt. of india in 1992.She was also awarded by the academy of Fine arts, punjab in 2011. She has dabbled in a host of media. Over the years she has created sculptures in stone, terracotta, fibre-glass, cement-concrete and metal. her paintings are mostly in acrylics. She has held twenty-one Solo shows of her works and participated in numerous group shows & artist camps in india and abroad. anita has installed several murals and sculptures at public places and corporate offices. Her works are in the collections of art institutions, Museums, art Galleries, Corporate houses and private art collectors in india and abroad.

Annu Naikannu naik was born in 1943 in karnataka. She graduated with a diploma in Fine arts from

the J. J. School of arts, Bombay in 1954. naik has exhibited in dubai, norway, Spain, Sweden and the former west Germany. annu naik lives and works in new delhi. STaTeMenT i have always admired the human figure. I find it extremely interesting and use it as my visual vocabulary. Gestures moods and movements of my figures go far beyond what is visually evident. For me its a language and that is the language i use in my paintings. life, in my eyes, is a performance set against a backdrop of varied environments, joys and sorrows … some mundane and others typical. This gains reflection in my work on canvas as frames frozen in time. A ‘freeze frame’ is not always fidel to the essence of life; therefore I use a lot of white space to lend motility and expanse to the frame, 2001.

Arup DasArup Das is a figurative painter and an acclaimed muralist. Human figures occupy the central position in his paintings. das attempts to portray man as a social and historical being, placed within the framework of his cultural and natural environment. he is as comfortable painting with oils as he is with watercolours. he is at his productive and innovative best when he is working with a combination of media. he employs a wide variety of shades to depict his human figures. “There is a mingling of pictures and a blurred effect in my work which facilitates interpretations of my creations,” he says A recurring theme in Das’s paintings is the coming of the Messiah with its message of eternal hope and ultimate salvation for mankind. Das’s canvases are a judicious blend of ideas that are timeless but told in a language that is pertinent to our times. Born in west Bengal in the year 1924, arup das graduated from the Government College of arts and Crafts, Calcutta. he has held 22 solo shows in several countries including Japan, the uk and Canada, and has participated in 24 group shows in india and abroad. he won the National Award from the Lalit Kala Akademi in 1957 and the President’s Silver Plaque in 1957. he lives and works in delhi. his works are in the collections of the national Gallery of Modem art, new delhi, the Sahitya kala parishad, new delhi, and the all india Fine arts and Crafts Society, new delhi.

Basant BhargavBasant Bhargav takes inspiration from his name and celebrates ‘basant’, or the spring harvest season, in his paintings, which center on nature. His landscapes do not refer to any specific place but rather to those he has created with his active imagination. The artist paints what he feels about what he has seen. he is interested in the abstract formulation of forms, and in giving life to form through colour. Bhargav was born in 1974, and has worked on various themes through his artistic career, including the geographical diversity and beauty of his country, india. Created with the help of a palette knife and thick brushstrokes, his works give the impression that the colours on the surface have taken on a life of their own.

Francis Newton SouzaSouza was born in Saligao, Goa. Francis Newton Souza took admission into the SirJ.J. School of art of Mumbai but, was expelled for participating in the Quit india Movement. he founded the Progressive Artist’s Movement in 1947, along with S.H. Raza, M.F. Husain, K.H. Ara, etc. He went to London to pursue painting in 1949, and received recognition in the 1950’s for his solo exhibition at the Gallery one,london. around the same time, his autobiographical essay ‘Nirvana of a Maggot’ was published. In 1959, another one of his books ‘Words and Lines’ was published receiving literary recognition. In 1967, F.N. Souza migrated to New York,USA. He participated in the ‘Commonwealth Artists of Fame’ in London in 1977, and an exhibition in detroit in 1968. his retrospectives were held in new delhi, and Mumbai in 1987. he had shows like at the ‘Indus Gallery’ of Karachi in 1988, ‘Bose Pacia Modern’, New York, 1998. Presently, the paintings of F.N.Souza adorn the Tate Gallery of London, and the National Gallery of Modern art in new delhi.

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Ghulam Rasool Santoshpoet-painter Gulam rasool Santosh, who comes from the tragically beautiful kashmir valley, was born in 1929, to a lower middle class family. He once said in an interview, “in Kashmir, art was taught in school after class v. But i remember drawing in class ii, starting, at the onset, on a landscape which i liked so much that i concentrated on landscapes, doing several of these before i changed my style.” he completed his matriculation in 1945, with painting as a subject but was forced to give up the thought of further studies because of his father’s death. Santosh took up several odd jobs like sign board painting, silk weaving and white washing walls to support himself. Slowly, he began concentrating on commercial art and became a skilful papier-mache artist. in 1950, Santosh joined the progressive arts association in kashmir, formed as a result of painter S. H. Raza’s efforts to mobilize Kashmiri painters. He showed across india as a member of this association. in 1954, he won the government scholarship to study Fine arts under painter n. S. Bendre at the MS university, Baroda. Since 1953, Santosh has held over 30 one man shows. in 1973, he received the lalit kala akademi award and in 1977, the padma Shree. G r Santosh died in 1997 in new delhi.

Jagadish DeyJagadish Dey’s early paintings were transformed landscapes, based on his flights of fancy. It showed in a surrealistic fashion, cloud like forms ethereally suspended in air. The whole situation was like a dream, where the real and unreal coexist. his present phase is one which gradually shifted from these Dreamflowers to figurative representations sometimes in the last eighties. he have painted man and woman in a variety of moods. another constant feature in his works is the peacock. It is seen in the company of female figures, and acts as the means of communication, between the figures.Born, 1942, at Bangladesh; Graduated from School of Art, delhi polytechnic in 1963, Faculty member, College of art, new delhi from 1965-2002; awarded AIFACS Awards in 1969,1982, Sahitya Kala Parishad’s Award in 1981,82,89, Senior fellowship awarded by the Ministry of human resource development, overnment of india in 1998, national academy award by lalit kala academy,2000; exhibited at Triveni kala Sangam in 1966,1979,1981, dhoomimal Gallery in 1990,92,94,2001, Taj art Gallery, Mumbai in 1985,92,94,96,98, Sanskriti art Gallery, kolkata 1993, Jehangir art gallery,

Jamini royBorn in 1887 in an obscure Bengali village of the Bankura district in west Bengal, an area especially rich with a folk art tradition, Jamini roy arrived in Calcutta in 1903 to enroll in the Govt. School of art. he was the most famous pupil of abanindranath Tagore, whose contribution to the emergence of modern art in India remains unquestionable. Jamini’s presentation of Santhal drummers, toiling blacksmith, Krishna-Balaram and women figures like Radhas, Gopi’s, pujarinis and virgin and Child became very popular during the 1940s and his collectors included the middle-class Bengalis as well as the european community. his work was exhibited in london in 1946 and in new york in 1953. he was honored with the State award of padma Bhushan in 1955. he died a much celebrated and revolutionary artist, at the age of 85, in Calcutta in 1972.

Kishore Roy kishore roy was born on 21st december, 1964 at kolkata he did his Bva from Govt. art College kolkata. and Ba from Motijheel College, kolkata. his solo shows include The Magic of Mythology, Travancore palace, nitanjali art Gallery, new delhi (2008), Green Summer”, nitanjali art Gallery, new delhi.(2004), lalit kala academy, new delhi (2003), Triveni kala Sangam, new delhi (2000), Jehangir art Gallery, Mumbai (1999), M.e.C. art Gallery, new delhi. (1997-98) and Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata (1995). His Group Shows include “19@ Nitanjali”, Epicentre, Gurgaon (2008), “Siksha”, Exhibition of Contemporary Artist, Hyatt Regency, New Delhi (2007), A Tribute to Lalit Suri, NGO Savera, New Delhi, “Uninterrupted Journeys”, Nitanjali at ITC Grand

Central, Mumbai (2006)euphonic palettes nitanjali, Grand hyatt dubai, uae, euphonic palettes2 nitanjali, alliance Francaise, new delhi, indo-pakistan Contemporary art, nitanjali with Ejaz Art Gallery, Lahore., Indo-Korean Friendship, IFACS, New Delhi (2005) Indian Art unbound i, nitanjali art Gallery, london.(2004), vintage art, india (2002), habitat Centre, new Delhi, Karma Art Gallery, New Delhi, “Art Positive”, India Centre, New Delhi, Delhi Art Club, New delhi among others.

Krishnendu PorelCritics have been all praises for Porel’s paintings ever since he first exhibited them saying that it was unusual for any artist to have developed, so early in his career, a grasp of light and color that was comparable with the skills of the greatest academicians and landscapists. The principal subject of his creations are the ornate architectural adorning, used in indian religious sites and temples. But there is more to the artist and his work than immediately meets the eye. unlike his predecessors, his works have a message to convey. occasionally a figure might break the silence of stones and cities, but only to illustrate the fragility of the human condition in contrast to the eternity of architectural grace and beauty that surrounds it. in works that display an almost photographic realism, krishnendu porel employs a subtle interplay between light and darkness, dull and bright colors, to capture each mood he feels from the environment that he is painting, and transfer it adeptly to his canvases. The colors that Porel uses are often gloomy, like quiet greys and browns, giving a serene and calming light in the painting that strikes up a contrast and leaves viewers at peace. whether he is painting the old colonial homes and streets of his hometown, kolkata or the clean and crisp architecture of New Delhi, where he lives now, the artist’s meticulous attention to even the smallest detail in his work is very evident. it only takes a glance at one his paintings to feel its mood, see its movement and begin to understand its message.

Mal Chandji JangidBorn in 1923 in Churu district of rajasthan, Mal chandji Jangid was a master in wood carving. with generations involved in this art dating back to the Mughal era, Mal chandji took this art to another level with intricate designs and mind bogling detail. he was also re-christened as Mal Chand kalakaar, an indication of his achievements. he was awarded the national award in intricate sandalwood carving in 1971 and was also awarded by our late prime Minister Smt. indira Gandhi. he died in 1988 leaving behind a vast body of work for generations to cherish,

Manoj NayakManoj nayak was born on october 12, 1969. he did his B.F.a in 1995, and M.F.a.in1997 (painting)) from College of art, delhi. he has been part of manyand group shows. Some of the prominent shows include lka, art Gallery, new delhi 1999, Gallery Mirage, delhi 1995, Shridharani art Gallery, delhi 1995, iiC, delhi 1996, vedant art Gallery Chicago & S. art Gallery delhi, 1996, yamini art Gallery, delhi 1997, lka, art Gallery, delhi 1999, 2001, Guru nanak Bhawan, ludhiana 2002, Contemporary Miniature paintings & Sculpture of india Show 2003, hyatt regency & at visual art Gallery, habitat Center, new delhi 2003. exhibitions, all india annual art exhibition, aiFaCS, new delhi 1996, national art exhibition, lka, new delhi 1998, 2000. he was honoured by nirmal Trust, karnal 1996.

Maqbool Fida HusainM. F. husain was born in 1915 in pandharpur, Maharashtra. in 1935, he moved to Bombay and joined Sir J. J. School Of Art. He started off by painting cinema hoardings. He first came into limelight as painter in the late 1940s. In 1952, Husain’s first solo exhibition was held at zurich and soon he became popular in europe and uSa. husain was also the founder member of progressive artists Group, Bombay established in 1948; delegation member from

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india, world peace Conference, China, 1952; Member of lalit kala akademi, new delhi, 1954; Member of rajya Sabha, new delhi in 1986 & 1992. husain has established Sankalana Museum, Bangalore; husain ki Sarai, Faridabad in 1992 and husain-doshi Gufa in ahmedabad. in 1966, husain was honoured with padma Shree by the Government of india. In January, 2010, he was offered the citizenship of Qatar, which he accepted. He passed away on 9th June 2011, in london.

Meena Sansanwalan inherent fascination for art led Meena to realise that art lived within her, thereafter it was destiny that led her to be an artist . She also believes that it is the hidden and the vital unconscious self which urged her to be an artist and that she has come in this world to express and create. Born in 1971, Meena Sansanwal completed her BFa (painting) in 1994, and there after obtained her master degree in 1997 from delhi College of art. Mostly portraying angels helping out the world, her personal world too, is one of love, peace and harmony. Meena›s artworks bring to mind, a transient and peaceful quality. She keeps in touch with her surroundings and nature, which could be the reason for this. Forms comes naturally to her and all the recent works are centred on women and angels. « painting itself is a meditative experience for me « says Meena. The medium of her painting is oil on canvas , gold leaf, and sometimes use of pure powdered pigment. The technique compliments the concept of the painting as well. Meena had participated in many solo and group exhibitions . her works were included in the national exhibition, lalit kala academy in 2001and 2002. participated in live auction khushi 2015 and ravenel autumn auction 2008 hongkong. recipient of many awards and scholarships, her works is part of many private collections in india and overseas

Mehboob AlamMehaboob alam was born in Srinagar in 1943 and did his diplaoma in painting from the institute of music and fine arts, Srinagar. He is also the founder member of the Kashmir artist association and the kashmir artist Guild. he has been awarded with the J$k Cultural academy award in 1965, 75,77,79,85,86,89 and 2004. he was also awarded by lalit kala academy, new delhi in 2015. Mehboob is one who by dint of hard work achieved what he wished for, who by his determinism and dynamism made a decisive role in artistic circles of yesteryears and his experience of life appeared on canvas in different moods. his simple personality never presents flamboyance, showmanship or any sort of gimmickry. Always to be seem in him contemplative mood as to where to start, what to be depicted and what to conclude with restlessly.

N S Rana1951- Born in Delhi,1979-Passed B.F.A. in sculpture with 1st Class 1st and specialization in Metal Casting From delhi College of art, new delhi. in 1981 recieved diploma in commercial art from Sarda ukil School of art., board of technical education , delhi. he was offered Fellowship from delhi university, delhi and was visiting lecturer in delhi College of art, new delhi. he taught art at a School for several years while also continued with his own practice. He has worked in a range of media including terracotta and fiberglass, metal in various forms and primarily in bronze, which has been the main medium that he has mastered and enjoys working in. His exquisite creations of deities and icons reaffirm his interest in figuration. rana has had more than seven solo shows and participated in numerous group exhibitions in different parts of india including those held at delhi, Chandigarh, lucknow, Bangalore, kolkata, and Mumbai. recipient of awards from the delhi Crafts Council, delhi College of art, uneSCo, Sahitya kala parishad and aiFaCS, his work can be seen with private and corporate collectors across india. presently head of the department, Sculpture dept., Bhartiya vidya Bhawan, k G Marg, new delhi.

Dr. Nand Kishoredr nand kishore was born on1st January, 1971, delhi and completed his BFa (painting) from College of art, new delhi in 1992. he also completed his MFa (painting) from College of art, new delhi in 1996 and ph.d in Music and Fine art Faculty from delhi university, delhi in 2009. His solo shows include “Painted Poetry” at Jharokha Art Gallery, Hauz Khas, New Delhi (1995), “The Origin, Rule and Role of Nature” at Triveni Art Gallery, New Delhi (2002), “In the Realm of Life & Thought” Presents Krishna’s Collection Art Gallery, at Triveni Art Gallery, New Delhi (2005), “Matters of the Spirit” at Triveni Garden Art Gallery, Triveni Kala Sangam, Mandi House, New Delhi(2010). His Group Shows include “7 Artists” Studio 55, at Sunder Nagar, New Delhi (1995), “RESONANCE” Master Guild at Ravindra Bhavan Gallery, New Delhi and Art Junction, Hotel Lalit Inter-Continental, New Delhi (1999), “HEPTAGON” at Ravindra Bhavan Gallery, New Delhi (2004), “Mystic Journey” AIM Presents Mystiq Art Gallery at Rabindra Bhawan Gallery, New Delhi (2005), “60th Milestone” at Travancore Art Gallery, New Delhi (2007), “Variations” Presents a’ la Dream Art Gallery at Rabindra Bhawan Gallery, New Delhi (2007),“Ernesto Che Guevara” Presents a’ la Dream Art Gallery at Cuba Embassy, New Delhi (2008), “Togther” at visual art Gallery, habitat Centre, new delhi (2008) among others.

Niladri Pauli have been painting for as long as i can remember. even before i knew it was called art . From the moment I first held a pencil in my hand , I started doodling , much to the exasperation of my parents and teachers. i would draw on anything and everything , from blank papers , walls , newspapers , sand and of course sketch books also at times , when provided. So it was a natural progression to join the art college and learn the fine nuances of the craft . And thus started the colourful journey of my life. From the first solo show itself , I have followed my heart and painted whatever inspired me to take up the colors and splash them on the canvases , conveying my very own individualistic expression. i have always been drawn to powerful forms , strong lines , sweeping brush strokes , and bold , vibrant colors. Freedom and spontaneity have been important to me in my personal life as well and therefore animate all my paintings too. a constant fascination with the performing arts lead me to begin the still ongoing endeavour of translating the ever evolving movements , rhythm , and sound onto my canvases. My contemporary application and sensibilities combined with this hugely complex and all encompassing subject lead to a style of painting that bridged the gap between figurative and abstract art. The energy of my pigments convey a primitive force and energy of cheerful optimism that i myself feel .

Niren Senguptaniren Sengupta was born in January 1940 in Bengal. he was the former principal of College of art, new delhi. he has taught for over 30 years at graduate & post-graduate levels in various art institutions. he is a graduate in science from the Calcutta university and also a graduate in arts from Govt. College of art & Crafts, Calcutta. For him, art is an expression of inner language. His communion with happenings around him evolves and reflects in his works. He finds lasting beauty in the serenity of the total surrender of the monks of the ramakrishna Mission. a mission that signifies sacrifices and service to mankind. His works are aesthetic expressions of his inner reflections infused with serenity, sacrifice, service and beauty. He has several solo and prestigious group exhibitions to his credit.

Nilesh VedeBorn on 27th nov 1981 at yeola, Maharashtra, nilesgh vede has done a diploma in applied art, elementry from the l.S.raheja school of art. he also holds an art Teachers diploma ( J. J. School of art institute and a diploma in Textile design (v.J.T.i.) his solo shows have been hosted at p l deshpande art Gallery (2006), nirmal art Gallery (2006-09), Museum art Gallery (2011), nehru Center art Gallery (2013), Jehangir art Gallery (2014) he has als been part of

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many group shows at Burjuman art Gallery 2005 uae, nirmal art Gallery 2006-09 art route Gallery 2009, lalit kala akadamy 2015, Birla acadamy of art and culture, kolkata 2016 among others.

O P SharmaBorn 1932, haryana. Graduated with drawing & painting from Meerut College, 1951. national diploma in Fine arts from delhi polytechnic, 1958. principal, College of art, new delhi 1981-1993. recipient of national award of 1969 for painting by lalit kala akademi, new delhi. won several awards including aiFaCS, new delhi in 1966, 67 and 69. held 33 one-man shows. participated in several national and international. painting in public and private collections in India and abroad. He has Written about art in important art magazines and art columns, and has given several public talks by invitation from art Societies, Museums and institutions in india and abroad, on his paintings in context of contemporary indian art and the tradition of Tantra art. he is an advisor to various art Committees including Boards of education, parliament house Complex, hudCo, urban arts Commission and several university Counsels.He is an author of the books ‘ Art in Art ‘ in 1994, ‘Om Prakash - Forty Years 1958 - 1998’ in 1999 and ‘Om Prakash- Sixty Years 1951 - 2012’ in 2013

P. Gnana p. Gnana is a distinguished, leading painter and sculptor in Singapore. he received a scholarship to laSalle College of the arts in Singapore and has since produced and exhibited work widely across Asia. P. Gnana’s art is synonymous with the metaphorical representation of the cow, which has emerged as a phenomenon in its own right. He has created cows in bronze, metal, painted and with paper prints on the sides, from car parts, both small in size or giant life sizes. The cows are characteristic and realistic no matter what materials have been used to create them. experimentation, serious and sometimes meditative, has been one of the key instruments that has shaped Gnana’s creative journey through the past 16 years, allowing him to rejuvenate in a world of constant change and fluctuating emotions. Having exhibited in Singapore, Malaysia, India and Dubai, P. Gnana’s exemplary work can also be found in the collections of the president of the republic of Singapore, the Singapore art Museum and the national heritage Board.

Praveen D. Upadhye praveen was born on 31st december 1965 in Shed Bal, Belgaum district, karnataka. he did his Master diploma in art and paintings from Government Fine arts School, dharwad. he has participated in various camps like Banan Smith School of Fine art, Belgaum 1982, lalai kala Mela Bangalore,1983, Govt. Fine art School Camp,1984, 1985,1986,1987, College annual exhibition 1983, 1984, 1985,1986,1987, a.i.S.F of karnataka 1986,1987, a.i.F.a.C.S annual exhibition 1989, Mussorie Camp 1993, Bhimtal Camp 2013, Bhopal Camp 2014. he has collectively participated in various shows nationally and internationally like Fine arts School dharwad 1984,1986,1987, aurobindo 1990,1991,1992,1994,1995,1996,1997, Gallery Freedom 1998, 1999, 2000 , i am Gallery 2001, krishna Collection 2001, nehru Center 1999, india with art washington dC 1999, india habitat Center 2000, 2015, panchash vhai 1998,1999, Mask Show 2012, ambience Mall vasant kunj 2012, india art Festival 2013, 2014, 2015, lokayata art Gallery 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, Gallery pioneer 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015. as an artists he has organized many shows but his One Man Shows were Gallery Aurobindo 1995, Art Consultant 1996,1997, lalit kala academy 1997, 2001, Gallery pioneer 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, india art Festival Mumbai 2011, 2012. lalit kala academy-2015. Govt Fine art School Dharwar 1st Prize 1987, Shanti Sagar Janam Jyanti 1st Prize 1987, A.I.S.F of Karnataka 2nd Prize 1987. His paintings have been applauded and appreciated worldwide. He has many private and Corporate collections in india and abroad.

Ram KumarRam Kumar born in Shimla, he obtained his Master’s Degree in Economics from St. Stephens College, Delhi University. An artist and writer, he has been hailed as one of India’s foremost abstract painters. He is said to be one of the first Indian artists to give up figurative work for Abstract Art. Ram Kumar took classes at the Sharda Ukil School of Art under Sailoz Mukherjee and was noticed by the famous painter S.H. Raza. In1952, he went to Paris to study painting under andre lhote and Fernand leger. he was awarded the prestigious rockefeller Fellowship in 1970. ram kumar has participated in various exhibitions in and out of india, including venice Biennale, 1958, Festival of india shows in the then uSSr and Japan, 1987 and 1988. One of Ram Kumar’s latest solo exhibitions was in Delhi, 2008. The Govt. of india awarded him the padma Shree, 1972, and also awarded with the ‘kalidas Samman’by the Madhya Pradesh State Government, 1985. Ram Kumar lives and works in new delhi.

Sanjay Ashtaputrei hail from aurangabad but now i am settled in hyderabad. i have had a career in art spanning more than three decades. i have worked as an illustrator for comic books and with various ad agencies. I have painted in the representational, figurative and abstract styles and exhibited my works in solo and group exhibitions in hyderabad, Mumbai and other prominent places in india. My works are held in various collections in india and abroad. i am deeply influenced by Indian classical music an play the sitar with proficiency.

SidharthBorn in 1956 in Raikot, Punjab, India, Sidharth’s mother inculcated in him a spirit of connection with nature and the divine. he started painting signboards while still at school. He learned the skilled art of creating murals and friezes from Tara Mason, skilled master craftsmen of the area in punjab.he not only meditated on the tenets of Buddhism but also learnt the highly esoteric and formal religio-magical art of the Thangka painting technique from the Tibetan monks. his artistic journey continued and he went to Sweden where he observed and practiced western artistic traditions seen in the canvases, frescoes and windows of churches and museums.

Sanjib GogoiBorn in 1973, ASSAM. Qualification: M.F.A. in Painting with first class from Rabindra Bharati,university Jorasanko, kolkata; B.F.a. in painting from Govt. College of art & Craft; under Gauhati university, assam in 1999. award/Scholarship: 2000 - national Scholarship by Ministry of human resources development, Govt. of india, department of Culture. 2001 - rabindra Bharati university, Merit Scholarship. 2005 -v.C. Shyanal award honored by sculptor aMarnaTh SehGel, delhi, research and dissertation painting of haSTi vidyarnava (a 18th Century Secular assamese Manuscript Critical analysis of art and Culture (a Case Study in the evolution of rhythm and human sensitivity). exhibition participated: From 1995 to 2016 participated many national and international exhibitions, group shows and including two major solo show in delhi. participated many charitable exhibitions, national and international level of workshop of paintings. now working as freelancer artist in delhi, india.

Shampa Sircar DasShampa Sircar das did her B.F.a. (painting) in 1993 from College of art, new delhi followed by M.F.a (painting) from Jamia Millia islamia in 1995. The rich indian cultural heritage and Indian Philosophy inspire Shampa’s works. The works are resplendent in symbols that are embedded in a common cultural matrix. The canvas becomes a large area of space, a void,

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where forms are constantly resonating, emerging out, expanding and then dissolving into it. Transience and a sense of movement in these paintings touch the viewer with the play between form and emptiness. her works have been part of the auction circuit and the artist has displayed in numerous Solo shows and Group shows in national and international art Exhibition. Solo shows are 2014 Confluence of Consiousness - Kumar Gallery, Delhi. 2012 The Matrix of the Transmundane - kumar Gallery, delhi. 2010 dhyan - Shridharani art Gallery, delhi. 2010 dhyan- Jehangir art Gallery, Mumbai. 2009 artist of the month - art positive, delhi. 2008 pratidhwani - Shridharani art Gallery, delhi. 2007 Shunya - visual art Gallery, india habitat Centre, delhi. 2007 pankh - an exhibition for underprivileged children. 2006 Tattva - lalit kala akademi, new delhi. her works have been part of over 100 Group shows including Galleries and art Fairs in india, dubai, Chicago, london and Singapore.

Dr Snehlata Prasaddr. Snehalata prasad was born in Jodhpur, rajasthan, india. 14Th feb.1976.right from her childhood as rajasthani pink .she had an innate sense of perceiving the beauty of milieu and expressing it in the from of drawing ,she channeled her creative abilities to evolve by pursuing specialization in related field. Which led her Ph.d in Fine art-Paintings ,Prior to which she post graduated in the same subject .To got a practical feel of for learning she also did freelance courses conducted by eminent artist like padmaShree arjun prajapati and Shree dwarka prasad dr. Snehalata pradad is now based at hyderabad. Telengana india. her Solo eXhiBiTionS include progressiv art Gallery ,new delhi. March 2014, art Chamber –Castelo vermelho 115 a Gauravaddo-Calangute, Goa., Jan 2014, Gallery Space art Gallery, Banjara hill, hyderabad,dec 2013, Muse art Gallery, Marriot hotel,hyderabad,april.2013, art resort, Goa,Feb2013, Muse art Gallery,Marriot hotel,hederabad,august2012, Muse art Gallery,Marriot hotel,hederabad,Sept.2011, lalit kala akademy,new delhi.July2011, 10th,9th,8th,7th,kala Mela ,Jawahar kala kendra,Jaipur.1999-2003, Jawhar kala kendra ,Jaipur dec.2002, Jawhar kala kendra ,Jaipur Jan.2000.

S D ShrotriyaBorn on 9th aug 1939, Moradabad, S.d. Shrotriya did his M.a. ph.d. drawing & painting from S.D.(P.G.) College, Muzaffarnagar – 251001 and went on to become the Head, Dept. of drawing & painting at the same college. his long stretch with water colour painting has instilled in him the feeling that art and aesthetic expierence associated with it, are for sharing with people- people who have art-prone sensibilities, ready to welcome the offered palette. So if he thinks that my art is a bridge between my aesthetic sensibilities and his creative experience, he might not be much at. even after a strict devotion to colours and canvas, he feels that his efforts are no more than small strides marking the beginning of a never ending odyssey. he has been dedicated to art for four long decades, and believed that every test inspired him to outdo his previous attempts for he knows howsoever impossible a feat may be to achieve, it can be accomplished through hard work and determination. he also fees that his journey is far from over for he still sees a long road ahead to his destiny.

Sridhar IyerBorn in 1961, Shridhar iyer, one of the most inspired artist in the abstract genre, whose work is beyond doubt global in manifestation, content and form. his very distinctive style explores pure contemplation on a spiritual level as his trait. his ability to grasp the philosophical at an abstract level is extraordinary and his works specify his astonishing legerdemain as he juxtaposes strong and fragile colours in complete harmony. he revels in the interplay of form and colour as his works have an urbane and sophisticated feel to them and their subtle elegance sets them apart. he has been exhibiting since 1985, having held several solo shows and has been participating in important groups globally. his works are part of some important collections across the world.

Sonia Rodrigues SabharwalSonia rodrigues Sabharwal was born in Mumbai in 1968. She successfully obtained her Bachelors degree in Fine art from the Goa College of arts, Mumbai university in 1989 and even during her stint at college exhibited her works every year at the annual State art exhibitions that were hosted by the Government of Goa. Soon after her graduation, her work as an artist came to be noticed nationally, and in 1992 and 1993 she was awarded with a research grant from the lalit kala academy in new delhi to further her work and study of the history of indian paintings. In what is only a very short career, Rodrigues Sabharwal has prolifically exhibited her work in group shows across the country every year, except 1999, when she took a short hiatus from painting. She held her first solo show at Gallery Steps in New Delhi, 1995, and there has been no looking back for this young artist since then. now, having number of individual and group shows to her credit, Sabharwal is basking in the recognition she has deservedly won. This artist also spent some time occupying the post of a designer for the Office of development Commissioner of handicrafts, new delhi, where she assisted in conducting workshops organized by the ministry to design and manufacture toys in Mumbai and New delhi. The artist lives and works in Goa.

Suhas RoySuhas Roy’s preoccupation is primarily with the female face and form, and his subjects are romanticised, inhabiting the dreamlike world between sensuality and innocence. his work is usually inspired by life around him, but his themes are as much influenced by the everyday world as they are rooted in fantasy. The vast and complex texture of life is seen as mystical and dark in his work. The mystical flavour of his works arose from his interpretations of the ‘unknown’. It is his craftsmanship and consummate skill that ensure that his richly romantic subjects do not touch extreme syrupy and stereotypical portrayals. instead, their very patent beauty veers towards melancholic grace and elegance. This graceful portrayal of his subjects has much to do with his choice of materials - his crayons, charcoal and brush have sensitivity and refinement. Suhas Roy he studied at the Indian College of Arts and Draftsmanship, Calcutta, and under the tutelage of prof. S.w. hayter at the atelier 17 ecole Superior des Beaux arts, paris. his works have been exhibited all over the world through exhibitions like the asian Graphic prints Traveling exhibition, uSa, the Tokyo print Biennale, Japan, Contemporary indian Art, Yugoslavia, Romania, Czechoslovakia, Hungry, and Wounds, at the Central Institute Modern art, new delhi, and the national Gallery of Modern art, new delhi. roy lives and works in Santiniketan where he is the head of the department of painting at kala Bhavan, Santiniketan.

Sunil DasOne of India’s important post-modernist painters, Sunil Das rose to prominence with his drawing of horses. “I must have done 7000 horses between 1950 to 60,” he says. “In 1962, I went to Spain, where I was fascinated by the bull fights.” About 60 years of age, he can look back at his nine to ten phases of paintings, all of them marked by supreme skill and a sense of integrity. an indefatigable painter, das jumped from one style to another easily. Talking about his art style, he says, “To express my authentic feelings about reality, I have to interpret it, I have conceptualise it. The previous reality gets transformed in the laboratory of minds. Then, i bring it out on the canvas.” das came from a middle class family and his father was just a small businessman. after completing school, he decided to become a painter and joined a local art school. “I am a good sports man,” he says. “I like things which have a lot of rhythm and energy.” He doesn’t ever use photographs or models for his painting. “I do a sketch before I start painting. i always struggle with colours and shapes, until they fall to desired pattern. like a music conductor, i summon all my music instruments to play and orchestrate an aesthetic unit out of various experiences.” He does not confine himself to using brush or pen while painting, and often paints with the palms of his hands or with his fingers.

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Suchismita SahooBorn on 23rd September 1979, Suchismita Sahoo dis her Bachelor in Fine art From utkal university, orissa. She also did her Master in history of art From punjab university, punjab. Her solo shows include “Benediction Of Nature” Triveni Kala Sangam, By Gallery “Krishna’s Collection”, New Delhi.(2006), “The Beauty & The Beast” Epicenter, Gurgaon Curate By Susma K Behal (2009), “Face Of Things To Come?” India Habitat Centre, New Delhi(2010). She has also been part of many group shows such as orissa State exhibition, lalit kala academy, Bhubaneswer, Orissa (2000), “Monsoon” Gallery Krishna’s Collection, New Delhi (2000), Group Show at Jehangir art Gallery Bombay (2007), Group Show By Genesis art Gallery, kolkata (2009), “Art Beijing 2009” By Em Art Gallery, Beijing, China (2009), “The Asia Top Gallery Hotel Art Fair” At Seoul, Korea, By Exhibit 320, New Delhi (2010), “All India Women Artist Contemporary Art Exhibition” By Art Scapes Art Gallery, At Chandigarh (2013), “Korea – India Contemporary art exchange exhibotion” By Gallery hanbyeokwon, at Seoul, korea among others. impressed by her work, She was awarded the National Research Scholarship by “Lalit Kala Akademy”, new delhi in 2013.

T.vaikuntamVaikuntam’s art has a sense of strength to it, a power that emanates from the paint or charcoal that he applies to the surface, from his controlled lines, and from the fine strokes that he executes. he generally uses only primary colours, as he believes that composite colours do not exist in nature and are therefore, unnatural. As he explains, “I like using rich primary colours, which give a sense of character and depth to my paintings. like reds and saffron and even orange, because these are essentially Indian colours. I don’t like using colours that are mix of two, because they are not natural, they don’t exist in surroundings around us, in our everyday life”. Born in 1942 in Boorugupali, andhra pradesh, T. vaikuntam completed a diploma in painting at the College of Fine arts and architecture, hyderabad, in 1970, and then another in painting and printmaking from the Faculty of Fine arts at Maharaja Sayajirao university, Baroda, in 1972. He held his first solo exhibition at the Kala Bhavan in Hyderabad in 1973, and since then has had regular shows at various galleries in hyderabad, Bangalore, new delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai. His most recent shows have been ‘Yes, I am He’ organized by India Fine Art at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai, in 2007; ‘Telangana: Inheritance of a Dream Lost’ at Art Alive, New Delhi, also in 2007; and ‘Mukham’ at Sanskriti Art Gallery, Kolkata, in 2006. Among his several honours are the national award for painting, which vaikuntam received in 1993, and the Biennale award from Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal, which he received in 1988-89. The artist lives and works in hyderabad, andhra pradesh..

Tirthankar BiswasMy paintings come spontaneously from the store of imaginations which i gather continuously through my childhood from the visible world as well as the non-visible feelings. The subject of my paintings varies from “Scam Smelling Dog” to “God Giving Blessings”, Female Nude to “Bad elements Terrorized the World”. But the common denominator in my paintings are moment, movement and force. it can be a sixer from an energetic cricketer, it can be an escaping deer from am approaching tiger, it can be an out-posted hut from a flash flood or it can be a swinging head of palm tree with monsoon wind. Some times these are very realistic and some times semi-realistic. The variation of medium is also just like my subject. i use from diluted ink to pencil, pastel, charcoal, acrylic and oil color depend upon the demand of the subject.

Vilas Kulkarni vilas kulkarni was born in dharwar, karnataka in 1967 and has spent most of his life in delhi. his childhood was spent in learning painting & sculpture from his father Shri.dattatreya kulkarni. he received his formal art training by completing his B.F.a in Sculpture from the College of art, delhi university in 1988. he was awarded the B.C.Sanyal award in1988 & the

Junior Fellowship from dept.of Culture, Ministry of hrd, Govt of india in 1992. he was awarded by the academy of Fine arts, amritsar in 2010. he has also been honoured with the indira Gandhi iFJa award in 2013. he has held twenty two one man shows and participated in numerous group shows & artist camps in india and abroad. apart from paintings vilas has installed several murals and sculptures at public places and Corporate offices. His works are in the collections of prestigious art institutions, Museums, art Galleries and private art collectors. vilas lives and works in noida, u.p.

Vinod SharmaBorn in 1954 in Mumbai, vinod Sharma received his Bachelors in Fine arts degree from the College of art, delhi, in 1976, following which he did his Masters in Fine arts from M.S. University, Baroda. Sharma’s career has spanned more than sixty years. To the artist’s credit are over thirty solo exhibitions held across india as well as abroad. his most recent solo exhibits include, Gadfly Art Gallery, Perth, Australia 2010; Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai, 2008; Group Show at hotel Marriot in Mumbai, 2009. he has participated in over 30 art camps held across india as well as abroad. his fellowships include; 1978 Fellowship in printmaking by lalit kala academy, new delhi and1999 Senior art Fellowship in painting by Government of india.

Yashwant ShirwadkarIn 1977 he received a diploma in art, specializing in drawing and painting, in Maharashtra. Since then Shirwadkar has been prolifically exhibiting his impressionistic landscapes.Oil on canvas is this artist’s favourite medium, although he has painted several watercolour works as well. Sometimes a palette knife instead of the regular brushes serves as a tool in helping him to create his realistic landscapes. Most frequent amongst Shirwadkar’s works are scenes from the city of varanasi in uttar pradesh, india. Most hindus consider varanasi a holy cityas the River Ganges flows through it. In Shirwadkar’s paintings we see this city in all of its glory. he paints people taking dips in the river or praying and meditating on its banks, the multitude of small temples almost falling of the cliff face and the narrow streets teeming with life and activity.In his 2002canvas, ‘Symphony on the Steps,’ we see how the artist has deftly used a palette knife (no brushwork at all) and oils to recreate the typical scene one witnesses on a Banaras Ghat, or the steps that lead down to the river. yeshwant Shirwadkar is extensively traveled and has held solo exhibitions of his work in Mumbai,Chennai,Bangalore, delhi,varanasi, Cochin, France, Germany, london, luxembourg, Belgium, Nepal, Switzerland and the United States of America. In 2000, he held his 50th one-man show at the artpilgrim Gallery in new delhi. at the same time he has participated in group shows too both in india and abroad. his works are also regularly included in domesticand international auctions of indian art, breaking records at auction houses like Sotheby’s and Christie’s.

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