Happy to receive the Prafulla Dahanukar Foundation's All India Merit Grant Award 2022-23 for Emerging Artists of India.
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Honored to have my charcoal drawing showcased at the Karl Khandalavala Gallery of the 100 year old Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vaastu Sangralaya, Mumbai, from April 2nd-7th, 2023
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My drawing "Infinite Horizon" is an expression of how a woman's potential is truly infinite and that she has to find and nurture that spark by looking both within and beyond, and persevere no matter what! Wanted to capture a certain contemplative and inward quality to the gaze even though she is looking into the horizon. With the looseness of the lines sought to convey the essence of the free spirit that she truly is if she chooses to be so!
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The works of the other artists from all over India were amazing and it was truly inspiring to talk to many of them and find out the creative inspiration and process behind their artworks!
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If you are in Mumbai, please do visit the museum. It is amazing with such historic treasures and a must visit for anyone interested in art! :)