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5th to 11th August 2025
“Sacred Symphony of Nature”
Solo Show of Paintings by renowned artist Samar Ghosh
VENUE:
Jehangir Art Gallery
161-B, M.G Road
Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Contact: 8252866675 / 8709797685
Samar Ghosh unveils ground breaking new collection.
An inspiring artist Samar Ghosh is said to unveil his highly anticipated new collection “Sacred Symphony Of Nature” at Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai on 5th August 2025 this compelling series marks a significant evolution in Samar Ghosh’s artistic journey blending bold experimentation with the deep exploration of emotional journey.
This show was inaugurated on 5th August 2025 by Mrs.Nidhi Choudhari(IAS)National Gallery of Modern Art, Mrs.K.G.Menon Secretary of Jehangir Art Gallery & Mr.Haren Thakur Eminent artist in the presence of eminent artists of sir J.J.School of Art.
Drawing inspiration from nature, personal experience and social commentary. The collection encapsulates artist Samar distinctive ability to capture the poetic and metaphorical expression in nature which conveys a deep thought process likely to reflect some mix of sacred ecological balance for life.
Each peace in this collection represents a moment of interaction with thought provoking messages. The exhibition will feature 15 pieces’ canvases, as well as selection of smaller intimate line drawing works that delve into the artist’s signature exploration of different techniques.
Through the use of colours and form, I aim to invite viewers into an intimate space where they can reflect their own emotional journey.
The show is not just a series of paintings: – It’s an exploration of vulnerability and strength through the language of art.
“Sacred Symphony of Nature” marks a bold an exciting new chapter in Samar Ghosh’s career, cementing there place as one of the most innovative and thought provoking artist of this generation.
The Exhibition invite’s both long time art collectors and new viewers to immerse themselves in an artistic experience.
About Artist: –
Samar Ghosh is an acclaimed contemporary artist known for his distinctive approach to colour, texture and form. With 25 years of experience, his work has been featured in numerous exhibitions including in different galleries.
“Sacred Symphony of Nature” Solo Show of Paintings by Samar Ghosh in Jehangir Art Gallery
Amitabh Ashesh Paints ‘Yun Bhi’ in Pune
In the ongoing exhibition ‘Yun Bhi’ at Vesavar Art Gallery in Camp, Amitabh Ashesh introduces figuration through original, abstract concepts, reimagined forms and striking color fields. His exuberant scenes of daily life possess a theatrical quality, with statuesque figures in expressive gestures evoking tableaux vivants. Artworks are based on Amitabh’s compositional platform ‘Yufism’. Each painting is titled with a short poem infusing literary air. Penned by a mysterious Bolbul, they provide an emotive entry into a painting and spark viewer interpretations.
Amitabh trained at Stanford University’s Art Department under California stalwarts, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative movement. Displayed works reflect this lineage in simplified forms and emphatic colors however conceptual points of departure intentionally establish the paintings in their own category. For example, windows and doors are constructed with ‘masses of light’, figures at the beach wear undulating sea waves as skirt, and lovers and friends share conjoined limbs. Often natural elements such as the sun and the sky serve as props for human figures. In ‘Page Hunk’, a woman reading a romance novel has facial features reflecting the storyline and its protagonist.
There are instances of historical symbolism as in ‘Pick of Cactus’ where a book holding professor plucks cactus flowers from topmost shoots, outside the university garden periphery. Accompanying verse resonates with reference to the outcast struggling for social justice and pumping flowery fists. In ‘Paper Boat Nina’, evening takes the form of a girl, her red top standing for the sky and gray skirt with a paper boat representing the sea.
Yufism and its compositional principles have evolved over a decade. The same lead to a new class of imagery. Not prescribing an aesthetic style, they are agnostic to it. A vaild analogy would be of architectural blue prints upon which different looking houses may be built. The initial series of paintings employ largely geometric shapes for easier explication but following works have an organic character. Yufist principles are designed for other artists too, giving them a wider significance.
Careful analysis of works reveal surprising ideation. ‘Choral Rain’ depicts a dancing girl against a metropolitan skyline as a storm picks up. Windows pour light and highrises flex, demonstrating ‘transposable behaviour’, a key Yufist tenet. Water beads arrange themselves at the girl’s feet in a necklace pattern making the rain ornamental. In ‘Wheat Field Mynah’ paying homage to Van Gogh, the sky is structured into blocks upon which clouds rest.
Senior artists and audiences in other cities have endorsed the new approach resoundingly. Vani Mangathil in Bangalore opined ‘Yufism is a completely new, innovative approach and an inspiring visual language. It presents a fresh vision that deserves to be understood and explored.’ Abstract artist Jagan felt depictions are ‘coming out naturally well… there is a lot of grammar and vibrations and no noise. Phenomenal!’. Young women, especially from fashion academies and colleges, gathered around ‘Freely’ with its uber contemporary saree, ‘Triangulator’ etc, feeling in lock step with the self-defining attitudes and couture.
Audiences seeking Indian cultural edge, will have cause to cheer the displays.
From: 30th July to 8th August 2025
YUN BHI
Solo Show of Paintings
VENUE:
VESAVAR ART GALLERY
MG Pune Central 2422, General Thimayya Road,
Pune – 411001
Contact: +91 9845956328
Time: 11am to 7pm
Amitabh Ashesh Paints YUN BHI In Vesavar Art Gallery, Pune I 30th July To 8th August 2025
Noida, India, 10th June, 2025 – The Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) marked a significant milestone with the grand convocation ceremony of its 124th batch at Marwah Studios. The event was graced by the dynamic Founder-President, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, whose heartfelt address stirred emotions and ignited inspiration among the graduating students.
In a powerful and emotionally charged speech, Dr. Marwah emphasized the values that have been the bedrock of AAFT’s success — trust, hard work, and continuous learning. “We are proud to say that today, AAFT ranks among the top five film schools in the world, and in three categories, we are number one,” he declared confidently. “We hold records for the highest number of student-led film productions, the most cultural and educational events hosted, and we continue to be the most economical film school globally in terms of our comprehensive, industry-aligned curriculum.”
Highlighting 32 years of relentless dedication to education, Dr. Marwah called the 124th convocation a testament to AAFT’s commitment to nation-building through creative education. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, management, and administration for their unwavering support and contribution to the institution’s global stature.
“AAFT is not just an institution — it is a global brand in creative education, proudly representing the cultural values of over 90 countries that have nominated us as their cultural representatives,” Dr. Marwah added.
The ceremony witnessed the presence of key academic and administrative leaders including directors, deans, heads of departments, and faculty members, who joined in honoring the graduating students. A total of 165 students were awarded the prestigious Diploma of AAFT across various disciplines such as: Film & TV Production and Direction, Editing and Sound Recording, Camera and Lighting Techniques, Acting and Presentation, Still Photography, Bakery and Culinary Arts, Fashion and Makeup, Music and Singing and Digital Marketing.
This convocation not only marked the culmination of rigorous training and creative exploration but also celebrated the beginning of new journeys for the students stepping into the global media and creative industries.
AAFT continues to lead as a pioneer in media education, nurturing talent and shaping future leaders in the creative world. The institution remains committed to providing world-class training while promoting cross-cultural exchange and innovation.
AAFT Celebrates Convocation Of Its 124th Batch At Marwah Studios
10 – 16 June 2025
“Y Ū N B H Ī “
So too…
Solo Show of Paintings
By
Renowned artist Amitabh Ashesh
VENUE:
Jehangir Art Gallery
161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda,
Mumbai 400001
11am to 7pm
+91 98459 56328
Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform for Painting presented at the Jehangir Art Gallery
Acclaimed artist Amitabh Ashesh’s innovative art exhibition titled “Yun Bhi” is being held at the Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda. The exhibition will be open to the public from June 10 to June 16, 2025.
In this exhibition, Amitabh presents prototypical art based on conceptual tenets of Yufism. A former student of the art department at Stanford University, Amitabh has trained under modern masters, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative Movement.
‘Yufism’ reimagines the visible, the invisible, and the affective, imbuing them with new characteristics. For example, raindrops become strings of beads, ocean waves resemble skirts, and windows transform into structures of light. Developed over a decade, Amitabh’s unique experiments seek to introduce a new visual logic and a conceptual tool set of wide applicability.
Amitabh’s paintings carry the imprint of his personal experiences—swimming, tennis, gardening, and friendships across different cultures. Each painting has a titular poem inviting access through a literary lens. His subjects include scenes such as the bustling Brigade Road of Bengaluru, plants in rain and feeding of street dogs.
According to senior artist Vanidas Mangathil, “Yufism is a completely new, innovative, and inspiring visual language. It presents a fresh vision that deserves to be understood and explored.”
Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform For Painting Presented At The Jehangir Art Gallery
From: 27th May to 2nd June 2025
“INCREDIBLE LIFE STYLE OF INDIAN BABUMOSHAI”
Solo Show of Paintings
By
Renowned artist Pintu Paul
VENUE:
Jehangir Art Gallery
161-B, M.G. Road,
Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001
Contact: 11am to 7pm.
Contact: 09830361795
About This Exhibition
Characterised by “gentle” characteristics and western education the rise of Bhadralok in the 19th century reflected changes in the nature of Bengali identity and subjectively. The colonial experience led to concern of Bengal elite to define for themselves a social class that would delineate their nobility and shape a new code of acceptance The “Babu” were associated with this new class of Bengalis eager to adopt Western manners and learn that they formed the bulk the workforce needed the cosmopolitan enclave of Calcutta Babumoshai enjoyed a style of life in common and was conscious of Its existence as a class organised to further its ends. The prototype Babu was one whose attire was a variety of English and Indian, claiming to be taught English and flaunting his status in society. The title “Babumoshai was added as a prefix or suffix to a person’s name to recognize (wealthy) Indians who had provided service and assistance to the British in establishing their commercial and political base in India. Raja Nabakrishna Deb of Sobhabazar Rajbari was first known ‘Babu’ from Calcutta. The rise of Bengali Babu(or Babumoshai) as a social class was mainly due to trade and Enterprise in British colonial Bengal.
Post 1857, we witnessed a change in the way these Babus were represented in popular domains. The young Bengali babu was presented as a cartoon character, a ridiculous fusion of East and West, wearing a Dhoti, coat and hat, wearing a monocle, carrying an umbrella and smoking a cigar. I tried to depict their lifestyle in this exhibition.
About My Art
After meditative perseverance of more than two decade I the Kolkata based artist Pintu Paul has been able to arrive at a goal. I was striving for to devise an indigenous identity of my painting. My figurative forms now display dominance of linearity with a sobriety of folk tranquillity where the wisdom of neo- Indian style is transcended into post-1940-s modernistic approach of our art. In the mean time since the beginning we of twenty-first century I traversed through various forms like naturalism, realism, expressionism and different kinds of folk. All these tracks have lead me to this original expression I was striving for, very much akin to my own personality.
In my present forms I amalgamates various nuances of Indigenous folk tradition, the meditative inwardness of Indian classical sensibility.
The fantasy-oriented technique of transformation of human figures from naturalism towards an expressionist sobriety based on western modernistic formal orientation. Through synthesis of all this elements, local and global I posits a benign, lyrical, witty, pleasant and colourful exposition of life, where indigenous traditional identity plays a dominant role.
The subject of my paintings and drawings are mostly figurative. In the present series I works with Indian social life.
Pintu Paul – Artist
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Oxz54o9z-hU
“INCREDIBLE LIFE STYLE OF INDIAN BABUMOSHAI” Solo Show Of Paintings By Pintu Paul At Jehangir Art Gallery
20th to 26th May 2025
“Within”
Solo Show by Contemporary Artist Maitrry P. Shah
VENUE:
Nehru Centre Art Gallery
Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli,
Mumbai 400 018
11am to 7pm
Contact: +91 98254 42287
This show was inaugurated on 20th May 2025 by Honorable Guests Sanjay Patil (ACP) in the presence of Aslam Hasan Customs Commissioner, Kisalay Vora senior artist, Manmohan Jaiswal Art Curator, Event Organiser, Prashant Kumar Advocate, Mr. Zen Senior Artist, Pushpa Verma Actress & Author, Sohan Sharma Films producer, Leena Chopda Sivanchi Malani Nari Shakti organisation, Daya Yadav Bollywood Actor, Shreya Ojha Actress & Anchor, Kamlesh Doshi Film Producer, Moiz Mamoonwala Degital Art Promoter, Manoj Mishra Finance & Wealth management among others
Maitrry P Shah, an award-winning and internationally recognized contemporary Indian artist, has captivated audiences with her expressive and imaginative paintings. With a deeply contemporary style, she has carved a niche for herself in the art world. Born on April 11, 1987, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat,
Maitrry discovered her passion for painting at a young age, immersing herself in the beauty of nature. As she delved into the world of art and artists through books, her parents provided unwavering support and encouragement, fueling her determination to create her own world with colors and brushes.
Maitrry’s artistic journey began during her studies, as she started creating paintings and participating in various art competitions. At the tender age of 12, she received her first international accolade, the “Silver Medal,” in the 10th Kanagawa Biennial World Art Competition held in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan in 1999. This early recognition cemented her passion for art and marked the beginning of a remarkable journey that continues to this day.
In 2013, Maitrry’s journey took her to the United States, where she visited esteemed art galleries such as the National Gallery of Art in Washington, MoMA in New York, and the Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art in Charlotte. Inspired by these experiences, she began showcasing her artwork through 3 solo and 43 group exhibitions in leading art galleries all over India and abroad.
She presented her work in art galleries at Gandhinagar, Bangalore, Jaipur, Bhilwara-Rajasthan, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Noida, Gurgaon, Manipal, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Mauritius, Warsaw-Poland etc, her works are in collection of many reputed art collectors and art institutions of national and international reputation on a global level.
Her paintings found their place in numerous national and international art exhibitions, earning her three international awards, including ten gold medals, two silver medals, and one silver crown in national competitions, as well as six state-level awards and certifications. Maitrry got an honorable doctorate Degree in Fine arts from IEMS University.
Maitrry is renowned for her expressive paintings, which she creates using various mediums such as oil, acrylic, oil pastels, and mixed media. Her artistic style is deeply contemporary, and her work resonates with human emotions, particularly those of women. Love, happiness, despair, and sadness are among the emotions vividly portrayed in her artwork, which is often described as soul-touching.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9XZFCBzPe8o
“Within” Solo Show By Contemporary Artist Maitrry P. Shah In Nehru Centre Art Gallery
From: From 20th to 26th May 2025
“Form & Flow”
A Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures
By well-known artists – Radha Parthasarathy, Satheesh Kumar Mani, Muthukrishnan, Thirunavukkarasu P. , Ravi B. R., Velmurugan V.
VENUE
Jehangir Art Gallery
161-B, M.G. Road
KKala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Contact: +91 9884247182, +91 8754572315, +91 9443193095
Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, is hosting a group show “Form and Flow” featuring 4 painters and 2 sculptors from the south. This show is being conducted from 20th May 2025 to 26th May 2025 in the Auditorium Hall of Jehangir Art Gallery. This exhibition engages the visitors with the diversity of styles, themes and mediums and highlights the power of contemporary art to provoke thought and evoke emotion.
This show was inaugurated on 20th May 2025 by Mrs. K.G. Menon (Secretary – Jehangir Art Gallery)
Painter Radha Parthasarathy, is a professor at Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam. Her set of paintings called the “Drifting Hues” series, symbolises the flow of life through an aerial view of the shore landscape with boats dispersed to portray life. For her, the boats depict the uncertainty of life. She correlates it with the way her life flows – completely uncertain yet beautiful. There is a sense of calmness that makes the deep silence resonate from within. The aerial view helps us admire the beauty of life from afar with different colours.
Mr. Satheesh Kumar Mani is a sculptor and a professor at Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam. As a person who was always fascinated by various sportive events like Jallikattu, Football and Handball – his works serve as an expression of the inbuilt inclination towards these sports and mythological stories and the butterflies represent the immense happiness he feels for the same.
Mr. Thirunavukkarasu, is a painter who aims to depict women engaging in dance, classical arts, music as nature cityscape. This abstract expression showcases his deeply routed love for the Indian Culture and also are deeply evocative.
Sculptor B. R. Ravi, is the principle of Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam. The theme of his sculptures circles around nature and various components of it. His works done in copper sheets, captures and celebrates the subtle nuances of nature
Painter Velmurugan expresses the theme of depicting cows with moon. He claims to be influenced heavily by the work of Jackson Pollock and Mark Brandford and works with Textures as a tactile expression to bring his works to life. The feel of these textural elements transcends him to a state of emotional connection with his paintings and also to the viewers.
Mr. Muthu Krishnan is a surfacing artist in the animation industry. His works revolves around his personal admiration towards animals, birds, women and agriculture – which he represents using traditional aesthetics as a fantasy for his visual world.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9Kjodr_Hm1A
Form & Flow A Group Exhibition Of Paintings And Sculptures By 6 Well-Known Artists In Jehangir Art Gallery
From:13th to 19th May 2025
“The Art of Now”
An Exhibition of Paintings by
RRITU GOEL, ROSY GUNITI, JYOTI CHORDIA, ITEE JAIN
VENUE:
Nehru Centre Art Gallery
AC Gallery, Dr. Annie Besant Road
Worli, Mumbai 400 018
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Contact: +91 9460490051
Experience art that reflects the soul of the present — The Art of Now.
SAAHAS Art Foundation (SAF) is thrilled to present The Art of Now, a group exhibition showcasing contemporary works by Rritu Goel, Rosy Gunaiti, Jyoti Chordia, and Itee Jain
This week-long celebration of creativity offers a unique lens into modern Indian artistry, with themes ranging from mythology and nature to emotional introspection and spiritual expression. As a platform that promotes art alongside animal care and social welfare, SAF continues to bridge beauty with purpose.
This show was inaugurated on 13th May 2025 by Honorable Guests
Rishiraj Sethi Director – Aura Art, Augustine Chalissery Founder & CEO Systemintegra, Ajoykant Ruiya Chairman Allstate Group, Manju Lodha, Writer, Social Activist, Kamlesh Doshi Film Producer, Shreya Ojha Actress and Anchor, Manmohan Jaiswal Art Curator, Event Organiser, Kiran Patel Kkiran Consultant, Rajendra Agrawal Rotary District Governor, Nitin Jadia – Art Collector, Rachana Minawala – Chatter Platter (Curator) Sabrina Cooper Child World Foundation Trus rusted Hill Retreat and Sanjay Nikam Art Curator & Artist, Chhaya Sakhre Classical Singer & Composer among others
Rritu Goel
Seasoned contemporary and abstract artist, Rritu Goel channels her spiritual experiences and meditative insights into vivid and meaningful canvases. Her work often revisits Indian mythology through a modern lens, blending vibrant abstraction with philosophical calm. With over 20 years of exhibition experience, her art continues to reflect themes of peace, positivity, and cultural introspection.
Rosy Guniti
Artist by passion and profession, Rosy Guniti holds a Master’s degree in Biotechnology and began her professional journey in the sciences. However, her true calling led her away from the laboratory and into the vibrant world of art. For Rosy, art is a soulful connection — a language that speaks of joy, emotion, and the colorful journey of life.
Her artistic practice is rooted in the belief that color mirrors the many shades of human experience, and she brings this philosophy to life through her expressive use of canvas, acrylics, and textured finishes. Over the years, she has explored various mediums, but textured acrylics on canvas have remained closest to her heart.
As both an artist and art educator, Rosy finds deep fulfillment in connecting with nature and engaging with people from around the world. Her art is not just a form of expression — it is a celebration of freedom, inner peace, and soulful resonance.
Jyoti Choradiya
A self-taught artist and co-founder of SAF, Jyoti Choradiya’s emotionally charged and symbol-rich paintings embody the essence of harmony and chaos. Drawing from her diverse life across India and abroad, her use of bold colors and flowing lines invites the viewer to explore the connections between self, society, and emotion. Her work is a visual diary of introspection and raw, spiritual exploration.
Itee Jain
An IT professional by training and an artist by heart, Itee Jain brings an impressionist approach to her works, capturing the fleeting beauty of nature. Inspired by Claude Monet, she combines pointillism and mosaic-like techniques in watercolors and acrylics, focusing on the intersection of light, color, and consciousness. Her goal is to make viewers more aware of the natural world and its delicate nuances.
“The Art of Now” is more than an exhibition. It is a convergence of voices, visions, and values. Through the diverse works of Rritu Goel, Rosy Guniti, Jyoti Chordia, and Itee Jain, the show invites viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect — with art, with nature, and with the self. In the vibrant space of Nehru Art Gallery, Mumbai, this exhibition stands as a testament to the transformative power of creativity and the enduring spirit of community.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xEQvqBa93dI
THE ART OF NOW An Exhibition of Paintings by Rritu Goel, Rosy Guniti, Jyoti Chordia, Itee Jain
From: 13th to 19th May 2025
“THREAD STORIES”
Second Edition
Solo Show of artworks by eminent artist Alka Rode
VENUE
Jehangir Art Gallery
161-B, M. G. Road
Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Contact: +91 8888663088, +91 9011081215
From May 13 to 19, 2025, Mumbai’s iconic Jehangir Art Gallery will host ‘Thread Story’, a solo exhibition by Pune-based eminent artist and designer Alka Rode Held in Gallery No. 3 and open daily from 11 AM to 7 PM, the exhibition invites viewers into a world where fabric, thread, and design converge to tell powerful, textured stories.
This show was inaugurated on 13th May 2025 by distinguished Design Educator and Calligrapher Hon. Dr. Santosh Kshirsagar former Dean of J.J. institute of Applied of Art, Mumbai
Alka Rode, a trained graphic designer and fine artist, moves beyond the boundaries of traditional media in this compelling collection. Using fabric scraps and running stitches, she constructs compositions that are not only visually engaging but emotionally resonant. Her work represents a unique synthesis of art and craft — transforming everyday materials into a narrative language that is both personal and universally relatable.
A defining feature of Thread Story is Alka’s extraordinary ability to see potential in the discarded. Small, seemingly non-useful pieces of used clothing — often overlooked as scraps — are placed thoughtfully on the canvas, each stitch guided by her artistic vision. What begins as waste in the eyes of many becomes a meaningful and intricate composition under her hands. That transformation, from ordinary to extraordinary, is the quiet magic of Alka Rode’s artistry.
At the heart of Thread Story lies an exploration of womanhood. Alka portrays the feminine experience through multiple lenses — from divine archetypes to the contemporary woman — each piece offering a new perspective on identity, strength, and emotion. These themes are expressed not through paint or pencil, but through layers of fabric stitched together with deliberate care, giving each artwork a tactile and intimate dimension.
In addition to thematic portraits, the exhibition features a series of abstract compositions. These works reflect Alka’s keen design sensibility, honed through years of experience and formal education, including a G.D. Art, an Art Teacher Diploma, and an M.A. in Fine Arts. Her command over color theory, texture, and visual rhythm is evident throughout the show. Each stitch becomes a mark of continuity, connection, and contemplation — turning fragments into wholes, silence into conversation.
“The thread is my line, and fabric is my medium,” Alka explains. “What I create is not just an image — it’s a visual story stitched together with thought and emotion.”
Thread Story is more than an exhibition — it is an invitation to see art through a new lens, where thread carries meaning and fabric holds memory. The show stands as a bold example of innovation in contemporary Indian art, offering a sensory and symbolic experience that resonates long after the viewer has left the gallery.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5A8HFrweYDk
‘Thread Story’: A Unique Visual Language Woven from Fabric and Thread
22nd – 28th April 2025
“Landscapes of the Soul”
An Exhibition of Paintings by JESAL DALAL, HEMALI SHAH
VENUE:
Nehru Center Art Gallery
Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai 4000018
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Contact: +91 99250 36131 / +91 96628 36342
Landscapes of the Soul: A Journey Through Art with Jesal Dalal & Hemali Shah
If you’re in Mumbai between April 22 and 28, make some time to step into a space that offers more than just art on walls. Landscapes of the Soul, a two-woman show by artists Jesal Dalal and Hemali Shah, is opening at the Nehru Centre Art Gallery, Worli, and it promises to be an experience of quiet beauty and deep reflection.
This isn’t your typical art exhibition. Jesal and Hemali, though very different in style, come together with a shared intent: to express the unspoken — those silent emotions, fleeting thoughts, and inner landscapes we all carry but often can’t describe. Their work doesn’t shout for attention. Instead, it gently pulls you in.
JESAL DALAL
Jesal’s art feels like a breath of fresh air — or more accurately, like standing alone in a wide open space, surrounded by nature, and finally hearing yourself think. Using watercolours as her main medium, she leans into subtle hues, soft brushwork, and the play of light. Her paintings don’t just show you a scene; they ask you to feel it. Interestingly, Jesal didn’t start out as an Artist. She dabbled in architecture and interior design before discovering that painting was her real calling. Mostly self-taught, her artistic path has taken her across India and even to international exhibitions. Whether it’s the way she uses chiaroscuro for emotional depth or the way she lets form dissolve into the atmosphere, her work speaks of introspection and the search for peace.
Her paintings are not about specific places. They’re about states of mind.
HEMALI SHAH
Hemali’s journey with art began with Disney cartoons, but today, she’s painting nature through a lens of realism touched by emotion. Her background in Fine Arts, especially her time at C. N. Vidyalaya, gave her the foundation to grow, but it’s her connection to the natural world that fuels her creativity. Working primarily in watercolours, Hemali blends technical skill with a personal colour palette that’s uniquely hers. Her pieces often reflect the way she sees the world — not just what’s there, but what it means. There’s something deeply grounded in her work, yet you can feel her heart in every brushstroke. For her, painting is more than a craft. It’s a way of life, a perspective shift, and a means of becoming more aware and compassionate.
Landscapes of the Soul is about more than showcasing art — it’s about creating a space for emotion, reflection, and connection. Jesal and Hemali don’t just paint what they see; they paint what they feel, and in doing so, they give us permission to feel too. Whether you’re an art lover, a creative soul, or someone who simply needs a break from the city’s noise, this exhibition offers something rare — silence, softness, and space to just be.
The show was inaugurated on 22nd April 2025 by Honourable Guests – Amol Pawar, Nishikant Palande ( Renowned Artists), Sumeet Rajani (Director – Art Gallery Edgewise Ventures P.Ltd), Augustine Chalissery(Founder & CEO SystemsIntegra) among others.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OvPFUfVziTA
LANDSCAPES OF THE SOUL An Exhibition of Paintings by JESAL DALAL, HEMALI SHAH in Nehru Centre Art Gallery
