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Wednesday, October 30, 2024

“Shreekanthaya” Solo Show of Paintings by Ahmedabad based artist Bulbul Rai in Jehangir

 Bulbul Rai Presents Solo Show of Paintings "Shreekanthaya" at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai


Artist: Bulbul Rai

Ahmedabad based well-known artist Bulbul Rai is showing her paintings exhibition 'Shreekanthaya' at Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda,  Mumbai. This exhibition is an artistic exploration deeply rooted in the stories and teachings of Lord Shiva. From a young age, Bulbul Rai demonstrated a profound passion for art, refining her skills in drawing and painting since the age of five. After completing her education from Purvanchal University, she dedicated herself to the fine arts, focusing on religious and spiritual themes.




This show was inaugurated on 28th October 2024 by Chief Guest Shri Madan Gosavi in Presence of Shri. V. K. Gupta, Shri. Ajay Ashar, Dr. Achyut Dani, Dr. Rajwant Rai, Shri. Vijay Wani, Dr. Rajendra Singh, Shri. Prakash Khange, Mrs. K. G. Menon, Secretary Jehagir Art Gallery among others

This show will be continued till 3rd November 2024

Friday, October 25, 2024

AANGIK show was inaugurated by Honorable Guests Mr. Om Prakash Mishra

Hormonizing Styles, Unfolding Stories A Group Show of Paintings & Sculptures. By 7 contemporary well-known artists – Ashok Adhikary, Chandan Mishra, Jayanta Debnath, Samir Paul, Sumanta Hutait, Swakusa, Swapan Bala.

This show was inaugurated on 22nd October 2024 By Honorable Guests 

Mr. Om Prakash Mishra 

Director and Chief Editor of news first network

NSACB National President

National President of Nav Bharat Nirman Sena  (National Political Party)

National President of  Indian Film Allied Welfare Association 


 Yashodas Devides Rakhonde 

 ACB Mumbai 

 International Art organizer and art curator, Mumbai










VENUE: 

Jehangir Art Gallery, Auditorium Hall

161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

22nd to 28th October 2024

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: +91 9432207953, +91 9874446507

'Illusion and Reality' An Exhibition of Watercolour Paintings By Renowned artist Pradip Maitra in Jehangir

Pradip Maitra’s Upcoming Solo Exhibition – ‘Illusion and Reality'

Artist: Pradip Maitra

Renowned for his emotive watercolours, senior artist Pradip Maitra unveils his latest solo exhibition, ‘Illusion and Reality’, offering a profound meditation on the cultural and intellectual upheaval spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition is set to open at the Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai, from 29th October to 4th November 2024.

Maitra’s new series was conceived during the 2019-2020 lockdown, marked by global isolation, anxiety, and uncertainty. Like countless others, Maitra found himself confined to his home, grappling with depression and confusion. The previously comforting books underwent a metamorphosis, unsettling him as they seemed to animate and encircle him in a stark embodiment of knowledge confined and remote.

 


While exploring his daughter's college library later, he chanced upon a secluded section where valuable manuscripts lay abandoned, their significance fading amidst the hustle and bustle of contemporary society. Maitra's 'Book and Lock' series is founded upon this discovery, exploring the vulnerability of cultural traditions and the increasing conflict between preservation and oblivion. Maitra's works explore technology’s dominance during the lockdown, using the lock as a subtle metaphor for barriers to ancestral knowledge.

‘Illusion and Reality' invites audiences to contemplate the delicate interplay between safeguarding our cultural legacies and the march of modernity.

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

29th October to 4th November 2024

Contact: +91 9231678595


SHREEKANTHAYA - Bulbul Rai

Artist : Bulbul Rai

A solo art show of recent paintings by Ahmedabad based contemporary artist – Bulbul Rai will be held in Hall No.4, Jehangir Art Gallery, M.G. Road, Mumbai 40001 from 28th Oct. to 3rd Nov. 2024. It will be open there daily for free public viewing between 11 am to 7 pm.  This series made by her using oil and Acrylic colours on canvas exemplifies the subtle nuances of her artistic ode to sanctity and relevance of the Lord Shiva in various forms and the significant omnipresent relevance of the religious chantings in praise of Lord Shiva and His numerous peculiar forms in apt perspectives.


The present series, SHREEKANTHAYA  highlights her thematic presentation of paintings made in oil and Acrylic colours on canvas in unique style of artistic expressions. She has focussed on Lord Shiva and his life in various forms of eternal divinity in order to ward off negative energies, troubles and ill feelings around and fill the environment with His blessings and chanting of 108 sacred mantras of Lord Shiva as a salutation to Lord Neelkantha – Blue Throated Lord Shiva. Her art for positivity has been depicted through numerous iconic motifs such as Nandi, the religious chanting bells in temples, Leaves of auspicious trees etc.   She has presented her work on Lord Shiva in 6 out of 12 jyotirlingas – Somnath, Kedarnath, Bhimashankar, Mahakaleshwar, Rameshwaram and Varansi – Vishwanath. Shivas vehicle and avatars notably Nandi – the bull symbolizing happiness strength and productivity etc. find a prominent place in her work.


Venue:  Jehangir Art Gallery, 161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Date: 28th October to 3rd November 2024

Timing: 11am to 7pm

ISEE TARAH

 

 Artist: Amitabh Ashesh

Renowned artist Amitabh Ashesh will showcase his recent work in oil on canvas and pastel and charcoal on art paper in a solo art exhibition at Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery, Bajaj Bhavan, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 from 27 to 31 Oct. 2024.  It will be open there for free public viewing daily between 11 am to 7 pm. 

This show is curated by Carmela Brunetti.

The present series showcases the original creative work of Amitabh Ashesh on ‘Yufism’ in oil on canvas and the pastel and charcoal on art paper. It provides a new class of imagery on the ‘Yufism’ compositional platform where scenic figurative and invisible elements share their attributes, the windows becomes blocks of light, the rain drops, trail of ornamental beads and ripping sea waves are worn as a skirt etc.  Each painting is accompanied by a titular poem, elaborating its meaning and thereby arousing viewers with its parallel literary association.


Recent painting by : Amitabh Ashesh

He has used conceptual innovations of Yufism such as scenic elements in human figuration, anthropomorphic and recursive scenery, exploded objects and blended forms for artistic effect. A collective recollection of various scenery in quotidian Indian, life find a prominent place in his work such as Bangalore’s famed Brigade Road, home cooking specialities, street dogs feed by kind strangers etc.  His work is innovative and eloquent and shares an instant dialogue with the viewers due to its clarity and lucidity.


“ISEE TARAH”

Venue: Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery

Bajaj Bhavan, 226, Nariman Point,

Mumbai 400021

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

From: 27th to 31st October 2024



Wednesday, October 23, 2024

“AANGIK” Hormonizing Styles, Unfolding Stories A Group Show of Paintings & Sculptures By 7 contemporary artists

“AANGIK” Hormonizing Styles, Unfolding Stories A Group Show of Paintings & Sculptures By 7 contemporary artists – Ashok Adhikary, Chandan Mishra, Jayanta Debnath, Samir Paul, Sumanta Hutait, Swakusa, Swapan Bal

AANGIK Symbolises a narration from Bengali word meaning my style for expressing my expression in art. AANGIK – A Group of innovative artists from W. Bengal has organized group art exhibition of 7 artists known for their harmonizing styles narrating & unfolding various stories in Jehangir Art Gallery, Auditorium Hall, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai from 22nd to 28th October 2024. It will open there for free public viewing daily between 11am to 7pm. Participating artists in this exhibition are Ashok Adhikary, Chandan Mishra, Jayanta Debnath, Samir Paul, Sumanta Hutait and Swapan Bala who have graduated from Govt. Art and craft Kolkata in 1997. AANGIK is known for the individuality of its members, each one bringing their distinct style to the group over the years. The group also includes a self taught skilled sculptor Swakusa. AANGIK has gained recognition in the present art world through several solo and group art exhibitions in the reputed art galleries all over the country. The presentations by the participating artists in many art exhibitions have been widely acclaimed by the art fraternity and in turn the participants have been honoured with several awards and appreciations. The vivid works are in collection of numerous art lovers and collectors of national and international reputation all over the globe.. 



Ashok Adhikary
His works in acrylic colours on canvas reveals energy derived by the aspirant from iconic motifs such as Apple which in turn inspires and motivates him / her for achieve their goals in life.  The work indicates positive mood and happy emotions which duly encourage a sensitive human being for becoming successful in life by overcoming all impediments.


Chandan Mishra
His works in Acrylic medium on canvas highlights the freshness and happy / joyful glow on the face of the lady. The good morning reflects a merry and exhilarating as well as pleasant environment through happiness on the face which shows contentment in her life. Her pose in a happy environment reflects the positive energy and waves of joy and happiness in relevant perspectives. 



Jayanta Debnath
His work in watercolours on cotton paper reveals the panorama of the whispers of the horizon on a seashore. His works being lucid and eloquent always shares and instant dialogue with the viewers through good colours and stylish expression of the artist. His work is picturesque and indicated vivid subtle nuances of seashore through calm and quiet environment and tranquility. The creation is transparent and leads to appreciation and praise from all viewers / art lovers. 



Samir Paul
His works in acrylic on canvas highlights the various religious sentiments and cultural vignettes associated with Varanasi – the religious above on this earth in apt perspectives. It focuses on various architectural highlights of temples / shrines / places of worship at Varanasi, ample relevance of the vivid boats chanting of hymns, prayers and sanctity of such pious environment in an artistic aesthetic manner. 



Sumanta Hutait
His work in ink on paper reveals ALAAP-the introduction exemplifying the harmony of musical verses emanating from Sarangi, sometimes Sitar or other instruments elaborates the musical waves being spread in the surroundings and their omnipresent rhythm and harmony which duly enlightens one and all leading to their joy and contentment in life. The work is symbolic and indicate iconic motifs through peacocks who enjoy the divinity of The Natures Music in apt perspectives of environmental atmosphere.


Swakusa
His work in bronze reflects a thoughtful man totally engrossed in his thoughts by getting lost in the same. The work shows good textural surface finish and textural finesse through well achieved glow at strategic arena and perspectives of visual art. 


Swapan Bala
His work Eternal in oil on canvas showcases relevance and sanctity of attachment and sentimental affinity between two sensitive lovers. The couple has been totally involve in their happy movement of life via togetherness and emotional attachments towards each work. Work is very attractive and thematically relevant.

From: 22nd to 28th October 2024

“AANGIK”
Hormonizing Styles, Unfolding Stories
A Group Show of Paintings & Sculptures
By 7 contemporary artists – Ashok Adhikary, Chandan Mishra, Jayanta Debnath, Samir Paul, Sumanta Hutait, Swakusa, Swapan Bala

VENUE: 
Jehangir Art Gallery
Auditorium Hall
161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001
Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Objective Visuality: Perceptual Cautiousness

Purposiveness is never ephemeral; and momentariness attached to a visual is the continuous process through which the idea of ‘being’ is represented, which is also the objective of representation. Visuality, though, is a part of perceptual consciousness, however it is rooted in purposefulness, or hetudharma. The ontological existence of physical realities is expressed through many layers of consciousness. 

Artist: Laxamn Ahire

The consciousness of senselessness is a larger phenomenon, where our sensorial world is directed by the structures of consciousness that are shaped by many presuppositions. The contemporary art practices, despite being diverse and varied, have objectives that are far removed from the ‘enlightened’ structure of consciousness.


In such a scenario, the objective of Laxamn Ahire’s art practice is to dismantle the deep rooted ideas of inequalities and hegemonic thinking, where the idea of ‘being’ never really transforms into "becoming." Interestingly, Ahire uses the “human brain” as a prominent visual metaphor to convey the structures of consciousness of senselessness. His pictorial world explores the real, relevant and relatable subjects, viz. preamble of the Constitution of India, issues of governance, and life and crises during lockdown, to name a few.

Recent works by Laxamn Ahire

It is no longer ephemeral but a physical reality of life that becomes part of everyday experience. The pictorial surface that he creates through his work is an invitation to peep into the concealed nature of subdued forms of human thinking and corruption of mind consciousness.

Dr. Y. S. Alone

Exhibition Note by Dr. Y. S. Alone, Professor in Visual Studies, School of Arts and Aesthetics, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.


From:15th to 21st October 2024

“Objective Visuality: Perceptual Cautiousness”

Solo Show of Paintings by well-known artist Laxman Ahire

 

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 021

Timing:11am to 7pm

Contact:+91 8652489756

www.laxmanahirestudio.com

 

Monday, October 7, 2024

Eroticism in Art: Exploring Sensuality and the Human Form Through Kapil Alaskar's Vision

 Kapil Alaskar's exploration of the erotic in art directly correlates sensual experience with artistic expression. His perspective underlines, in a very serious engagement by the theme, sexuality and sensuality, human form, as well as in ancient Indian sculptures, those like can be seen at temples in Khajuraho. Erotic here speaks beyond mere nudity to profound extent of the body itself as it relates to the vessel for emotional as well as sensual expression.



In essence, he says, in particular with the words "Nudity is in the mind of the beholder," something that sounds more universal and philosophical, as the sense of eroticism of a given subject more often reflects on the viewer's head rather than the object of observation. His process as an artist leads him into an internal inquiry in pursuit of the use of women's sensuality, through sketches, drawings, paintings, and so on. The culmination of his artistic work under the concept of "STIMULATION" reveals that he considers the body to not be only an object but rather a subject of deep inquiry and artistic inspiration.

From the comparison he makes of Khajuraho's ancient sculptures, which have carved sensuality into every piece, it can be understood that his artwork challenges societal taboos and trivial perceptions of erotic art. His own world shows his concern with interdisciplinary approaches to the human body because the presence of elements such as rhythm, smell, and desire in his work is a kind of testimony to his not so normal or traditional thought. His view that the body "is not merely a useful tool for sex" but rather a far more complex and profound aspect is part of his creative ethos.

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NIGHT SHOOW - 10 th / 10 / 2024
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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Who is Kapil Alaskar ?

 


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