Wednesday, 11 September 2024

A painting by S.H. Raza, valued at Rs 2.5 crore, has been stolen from an auction house's warehouse in South Mumbai.

A painting by renowned Indian modernist painter S.H. Raza, valued at Rs 2.5 crore, has allegedly been stolen from a warehouse of an auction house in South Mumbai. The artwork was last seen in March 2022 and was found missing when the owner requested it for auction again in 2024. The police have registered a case of theft.


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Malaika Arora's father dies: Mumbai

Image Source: mid-day 

Father of Bollywood star Malaika Arora died after he fell from the balcony of his 6th-floor residence at Bandra West on Wednesday morning. 

Source: mid-day 

Sunday, 8 September 2024

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone welcomed their baby girl on September 8

The couple is overjoyed with this blessing, especially since Ranveer had wished for a baby girl resembling Deepika. The baby was delivered at HN Reliance Hospital in South Mumbai, owned by Mukesh and Nita Ambani. Ranveer and Deepika's close connection with the Ambani family was evident at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

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A Fusion of Diversity and Depth of vision by Mahesh Annapure

 An exhibition of innovative paintings by artist Mahesh Annapure has commenced at the Art Gallery, The LEELA, Andheri (E), Mumbai from 09 to 15th sept. 2024.

Mahesh Annapure

Mahesh Annapure's paintings are in an innovative style, encompassing a variety of themes such as conceptual art, landscapes, still life, and traditional Indian painting. The series "Faces" and "Progressive Women" particularly focus on women's issues, prompting reflection on these matters. A recurrent theme in Mahesh's work is the exploration of a woman's identity within society and progressive ideologies. 


His "Faces" series captures the essence of women searching for their unique place, reflecting themes of identity, empowerment, and self-discovery. Bold lines and subtle expressions invite viewers to contemplate gender dynamics and societal expectations. In the "Feminism" series, Mahesh conceptually delves into the lives and challenges of progressive women, merging symbolism and abstraction to express the aspirations and resistance against traditional constraints. 

Each painting in this series narrates the evolving roles and struggles of women in contemporary society, reflecting Mahesh's sensitivity towards socio-cultural issues.

At the heart of Mahesh's artistic identity is his unique patchwork technique, skillfully applied across various themes. This technique not only adds texture and depth to his artworks but also serves as a metaphor for the complexities of human experiences and perspectives. Whether abstract landscapes or poignant still life studies, the use of patchwork breathes life into each canvas, inviting viewers to engage with multiple layers of meaning. 



Through his style and narratives, Mahesh invites us to ponder the beauty and complexity of the human condition. Art enthusiasts and collectors will find his works captivating and inspiring. This exhibition offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in Mahesh's artistic world.

The exhibition will run from July 09 to 15 Sept., providing a rare chance to experience his creative vision.

Saturday, 7 September 2024

Indian artist to be awarded in New York

Indian artist to be awarded in New York. Pastel Society of America has announced the precious Flora B.Giffuni Memorial award to the Indian artist Parag Borse for the year 2024. This award will be given to him in a prestigious ceremony on 22nd September in Manhattan, New York.

Pastel society of America is an organization which was founded in 1972 by Flora B.Giffini. It is the oldest society in America. It is largely responsible for the current renaissance of pastels in American Art. The society's annual exhibition at the national Art club in New York is the Premier event for artists worldwide. PSA encourages artistic advancement through prestigious awards, both monetary and material distributed during its annual exhibition to pastel artists showing technical acumen and creative use of test techniques.

Parag Borse

This is the 52nd year of their annual exhibition called "Enduring brilliance. This year pastel society of America has received 1155 submissions from all over the world and they have selected only 125 works for inclusion. Parag Borse’s, painting titled ‘’A turban Gaze’’, is the painting which has been selected for this precious award by the juror of awards was Jeremiah William McCarthy, Chief Curator of The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The painting will be on display in the gallery of national Arts club, 15th Gramercy Park, South New York from 3rd September to 28th September 2024.This award is a cash award of thousand dollars. The award will be given to him on 22nd September in the grand ceremony which will be held at the national Arts club 15th Gramercy Park south, Manhattan, New York. The painting is of a Maharashtrian  shepherd wearing an orange turban. The painting depicts the beauty and grace of Indian culture. 

He is the only Indian artist whose work has been selected four times by the same organization for its annual exhibition. Though Parag Borse has been awarded two times in the past  by the Pastel Society of West Coast, America. He was also awarded two times by the very famous pastel journal magazine which Publishes from America.

COLOURAAG

 “COLOURAAG” Solo Show of Paintings by artist Pavan Kumar Attavar in Jehangir


Recent work of a talented artist from Mangalore, 
Pavan Kumar Attavar will be displayed in a solo art show at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai from 10th to 16th September 2024 between 11 am to 7 pm. It will be there for free public viewing.  This series in Acrylic colours on canvas will exemplify his thoughtful perceptions about the relevance and sanctity of musical instruments in general and violin in particular for spreading the eternal grandeur and harmony of music among the masses and, in turn, make them happy and joyful. He has made artistic used of pallet knife and acrylic colours on canvas for his paintings.


Pavan Kumar Attavar hails from Mangalore. He has his art education upto BFA from University college of Fine Arts, Davangere followed by a diploma in Advanced Computer Art from C-DAC Pune. He is at present working in Synamedia Ltd. (UK based entertainment streaming company) at Manipal in its UI-UX design team. He has got inspiration from Dali (surrealism), Van Gough (Brush strokes) and Rembrandt (Light and Shade). He has showcased his thematic works earlier in many solo and group art exhibitions in different art galleries and got positive feedback from the art world. He has participated in several art camps in the state. He is an active member of Artists Forum Udupi. 

The Series presented by Pavan Kumar Attavar elaborates the relevance and sanctity of white space or highlights and dark areas or depth. Having been greatly influenced by high notes and low note in Music and their effect on the listeners and all alike, he has incorporated the same inspiration from music in his artwork using apt colour tones and their rhythmic harmony. His work prominently highlights, the Violin in particular along with other instruments like Damru and Trident and their tonal resonance in orderto spread the fragrance and rhythm of music along masses. Making an optimum and iconic use of bull and other relevant ingredients at strategic arenas in the work, he has demonstrated his skill and command over the medium used in order to render ample contentment and divine tranquillity to all.  Using the mythological background, he has focussed on the sanctity and relevance of both vibrations and resilience as well as tranquillity in the divine music – aptly called the 5thVed or Pancham Veda to make the overall humanity happy and exhilarating as well as joyful in the apt perspectives of visual arts.


VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda,

Mumbai 400 001

From: 10th to 16th September 2024

Timing:11am to 7pm

Solo Show of Paintings By well-known artist Jitendra C. Gaikwad in Jehangir

This exhibition will be inaugurated on 9th September 2024 at 4 pm by chief Guest Dr. Vijay Suryavanshi, IAS, Commissioner, State Excise, Maharashtra Mumbai in the presence of Special Guest – Dr. Nilesh Khare Sakal Media Group, Mumbai and Mr. Sachin Madane – Board of Executive Director , Wealth Genics Educart Pvt Ltd.

 

The National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai,


The National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai, Ministry of Culture, Government of India and Indian Council for Culture Relations cordially invite you to an Odissi Dance presentation Ramaniya Shakti presented by the eminent artist Ms. Namrata Mehta & Troupe programme, organized in conjunction with the ongoing exhibitions Chitrakavyam Ramayanam and Shakti - Fair & Fierce at  6:30 PM on Thursday, 05th September, 2024 at NGMA, Mumbai.

 

Impressive Impact of Life Colors

Solo Show of Paintings By well-known artist 
Jitendra C. Gaikwad in Jehangir

Recent work of a well-known artist, Jitendra C. Gaikwad will be displayed in a solo art exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai from 9th to 15th September 2024 between 11am to 7pm. This presentation of thematic perceptions in oil and acrylic colours on canvas and soft pastel on paper will illustrate the relevance and sanctity of various colours and their impressive impact on human life in apt perspectives.


This exhibition will be inaugurated on 9th September 2024 at 4 pm by chief Guest Dr. Vijay Suryavanshi, IAS, Commissioner, State Excise, Maharashtra Mumbai in the presence of Special Guest – Dr. Nilesh Khare Sakal Media Group, Mumbai and Mr. Sachin Madane – Board of Executive Director , Wealth Genics Educart Pvt Ltd.

Jitendra Gaikwad hails from Pen. He had his art education upto A.T.D. from Hrishikesh Chitrakala Mahavidyalaya, New Panvel. Being born and brought up in the picturesque environment of Pen, he has been deeply influenced by Nature and its many wonders in different seasons throughout a year. These deep impacts find a prominent place in his endeavours. He has displayed his thematic work earlier in several solo and group art exhibition in leading art galleries in Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Goa, Bangalore etc and received good public response and appreciations for his work. He had his art demonstrations at numerous venues and received appreciations and awards in on the spot landscape and other competitions. His works are in proud collections of many prestigious art collectors and promoters in India and abroad.


The present series highlights the impressive impact of life colours in a human life. He has mostly focused on rural life, Indian Culture & heritage, social life and traditions in various rural and urban environments, different emotions & their revelations, beauty of nature in various seasons in a year and many more. The vivid works are in a realistic style rendering a visual panorama of sensitivity and emotional peculiarities in apt environments and perspectives of visual arts. His works reflect different moods of rural children in playful arenas, beauty of nature in seasons at the monumental paces of heritage religions shrines and sanctity of festive spirits and fervour prevalent there etc. His colour tones and their rhythmic coherence are a visual treat to all thereby rendering to them ample pleasure and serenity.


VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery, 161-B, M.G. Road,

 Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

From: 9th to 15th September 2024

“Impressive Impact of Life Colors”

Solo Show of Paintings

By well-known artist Jitendra C. Gaikwad