A selection of works from one of the masters and prominent contemporary Indian artists

Curated for art lovers, aspiring collectors, and seasoned aficionados

by Sukruti Singh With years of experience in showcasing India’s finest contemporary art.

Artist: Achuthan Kudallur

Achuthan Kudallur: The Poetics of Colour and Silence

The exhibition celebrates the life and art of Achuthan Kudallur (1945–2022), one of India’s most significant abstract painters whose work transformed colour into emotion and silence into form.

Born in Kudallur, Kerala, Kudallur trained as an engineer before moving to Chennai, where he discovered his true calling in art. A largely self-taught artist, he began with figurative works and gradually evolved into pure abstraction, exploring the depth and intensity of colour with unmatched sensitivity.

Kudallur’s canvases—marked by vibrant reds, serene blues, and luminous yellows—embody a meditative rhythm. His abstraction was not decorative but deeply personal, reflecting memory, mood, and the inner landscape of thought. A key figure of the Madras Art Movement, his works bridged discipline and spontaneity, emotion and restraint.

Recipient of the National Academy Award (1988) and the Tamil Nadu Lalit Kala Akademi Award (1982), Kudallur exhibited widely across India and abroad, with works held in major collections including the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi.

This presentation honours Achuthan Kudallur’s enduring legacy—a visionary who made colour his language and silence his signature.

Artequest Art Gallery (AAG), nestled in the heart of Mumbai since 2010, shines as a radiant beacon for modern and contemporary Indian art. Renowned as a vibrant cultural hub, AAG dazzles with its curated blend of masterpieces by iconic artists like S.H. Raza, F.N. Souza, Tyeb Mehta, M.F. Husain, Anjolie Ela Menon, and Prakash Bal Joshi, alongside the bold, innovative works of emerging talents shaping the future of Indian art.

Far more than a gallery, Artequest is a dynamic bridge connecting artists, collectors, and art lovers with a shared passion for creativity. Committed to authenticity and excellence, it offers a trusted platform for collectors and a nurturing space for artists to flourish. Through vibrant exhibitions, prestigious art fairs, and exciting international collaborations, interacting with foreign embassies, AAG amplifies the global resonance of Indian art while remaining deeply rooted in Mumbai’s electrifying art scene.

Solo Exhibition: Achuthan Kudallur– Silent Colours

Dates: 4th – 10th October 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 9:30 pm (Entry by appointment only)

Venue: Artèquest Art Gallery, A3/103, BGTA Ganga Premises, Near Atul Seth, Opp. New Cuffe Parade – Lodha,Wadala (E), Mumbai – 400037, India

For further details, contact:🌐 www.artequest.com

 

Art Vista Presents - LEGACY & BEYOND A Grand Art Exhibition Celebrating Modern and Contemporary Masters

A Journey from Modern Masters to Contemporary Voices

Legacy & Beyond brings together works by India’s most celebrated artists, offering a dialogue between artistic generations and philosophies. The exhibition features legendary names such as Nasreen Mohamedi, S. H. Raza, F. N. Souza, B. Prabha, B. Vithal, Badri Narayan, Satish Gujral, Suhas Roy, and Yashwant Shirwadkar, alongside dynamic contemporary creators including Amol Pawar, Chintan Upadhyay, Ajay Samir, Abhisha Pradhan, and others.

Each artwork becomes a passage through time — a reflection of legacy, spirit, and imagination that continues to shape India’s cultural landscape.

Featured Highlights

Nasreen Mohamedi – Untitled (Pen and Ink on Paper, 24" x 22")

A pioneering abstractionist, Mohamedi’s minimalist lines explore rhythm, silence, and structure. Her work in Legacy & Beyond represents the meditative geometry and discipline that defined her artistic philosophy — purity of thought rendered through the precision of ink.

F. N. Souza – Untitled (Ink on Paper, 11" x 8.5", 1983)

Souza’s distinctive figuration and raw expressionism bring psychological depth to form. This ink study captures his characteristic tension between beauty and distortion, intellect and instinct — a window into the artist’s enduring critique of human complexity.

Badri Narayan – “A Pot of Flowers” (Mixed Media on Paper, 22" x 22")

Evocative and poetic, this composition blends mythology and metaphor. Narayan’s figures exist in a timeless world — part dream, part folklore — revealing a gentle narrative about connection, offering, and the human condition.

The exhibition will be inaugurated by Dr. Sanjay Bhide, Founder of the Trans Asian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, on 7th October 2025 at 5:30 PM.

Distinguished Contributors : Adding depth to this collective vision are eminent figures of the Indian art fraternity: / Mr. Surendra Jagtap – Eminent Artist / Mr. Shri. Prakaash Bhise – Eminent Artist & Professor / Mr. Vikrant Manjrekar – Eminent Sculptor

Curatorial Vision

Under the curation of Mrs. Kirti Kumar Gaikwad, Legacy & Beyond transcends generational boundaries. The exhibition is both a homage and a dialogue — between the voices of the past and the visionaries of the present. It invites viewers to witness how the language of form, colour, and idea has evolved while remaining rooted in an enduring quest for identity and meaning.

Join us at Jehangir Art Gallery

Step into a space where India’s artistic heritage converses with its contemporary pulse. Legacy & Beyond celebrates the continuum of creativity — honoring what was, embracing what is, and imagining what lies beyond. Art Vista, led by Mrs. Kirti Kumar Gaikwad – CEO, Founder, and Curator – proudly presents “Legacy & Beyond”, a landmark exhibition that pays tribute to India’s rich artistic lineage and its contemporary evolution.

Inauguration: 7th October 2025 | Time: 5:30 PM

Exhibition Dates: 7th – 13th October 2025 | Timings: 11 AM – 7 PM

Venue: Jehangir Art Gallery, 161-B, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai – 400001

All image copyright Art Vista

"Art Vista presents 'Legacy & Beyond'!

"Art Vista presents 'Legacy & Beyond'!

Join us for the inauguration on October 7, 2025, at 5:30 pm. The exhibition features an impressive lineup of artists, including Dr. Sanjay Bhide, Mrs. Kirti Kumar Gaikwad, and many more.

Exhibition Dates: October 7-13, 2025

Time: 11 am - 7 pm

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the works of renowned artists and explore the world of art!"

Art vista presents EGACY & BEYOND at Jehangir Art Gallery

 

Art vista presents 

EGACY & BEYOND

Inauguration 7 Oct 2025 5:30 pm

ART EXHIBITION

Dr. Sanjay Bhide Founder, Trans Asian Chamber of Commerce & Industry 

7-13 oct 2025 - 11 am to 7pm

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Mrs Kirti Kumar Gaikwad

ART VISTA CEO/founder/curator

Mr. Surendra Jagtap - Eminent Artist

Mr.Shri.Prakaash Bhise - Eminent Artist/professor

Mr. Vikrant Manjrekar - Eminent Sculptor

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Nasreen Mohamedi / S. H. Raza / F. N. Souza / B. Prabha / B. Vithal / Badri Narayan / D. V. S. Krishna / Satish Gujral / Yashwant Shirwadkar / Suhas Roy / Sumanto Chowdhury / Jenny Bhatt / Chintan Upadhyay / Ajay Samir / Amol Pawar / Abhisha Pradhan / Chandrakant Tajbije / Gopal Pardeshi / Nannuta Rajeshwar / Santosh Kumar Sandilya / Jageti Venkateshwariu / Kappari Kishan / K. Ravi / Kantha Reddy / Kumar Gaikwad /Shanthi Vinjamuri / Rajashekhar Komakula / Madhu Kuruva

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Jehangir Art Gallery 

161-B, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001 - Timing: 11am to 7pm

“Wandering Eye” An Exhibition of Photographs by Sateesh Dingankar in Jehangir Art Gallery

This show will be inaugurated on 8^th October 2025 at 5pm by Honourable Guests - Prakash Bal Joshi(Veteran Visual Artist), Dr. Sanjay Bhide ( Founder, Convenor and secretary TACCI, Mukesh Parpiani(Legendary Photojournalist)

Photography has always been a way of holding a mirror to the world. But in these images, the mirror is tilted—revealing not only what is seen, but also what is suggested, what lies between perception and imagination. These photographs by Sateesh Dingankar listen to the quiet gestures of the world— a twig casting shadows that dance, a crack turning into an exclamation, a tree trunk whispering a human form. Light bends, metal shimmers, rust deepens into memory. Ants march, a snail hesitates, nature leans against the man-made, and even what is discarded smiles back. In this exhibition, photography is not just documentation, but meditation. It is a practice of finding poetry in surfaces, gestures, and fleeting light—reminding us that the extraordinary is often hidden in plain sight.

 

Prakash Bal Joshi

Eminent Artist

8^th to 14^th October 2025

“Wandering Eye”

An Exhibition of Photographs by Sateesh Dingankar

"Bold & Beautiful" An Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures By Samruddha Purekar & Kishor Purekar in Jehangir Art Gallery

 Kolhapur based well-known artist Samruddha Purekar and sculptor Kishor Purekar will be displaying their recent work in Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai from 30th September to 6th October 2025 between 11am to 7pm

This show will be inaugurated on 30th September 2025 at 5pm by Hon’ble Guest Ms. Nidhi Choudhari, IAS Director – National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai.

Samruddha Purekar

In a world consumed by constant motion and noise, these artworks by Samruddha Purekar arrive as rare sanctuaries of calm. Rooted in the timeless language of black and white, they stand as a homage to an era where simplicity held power and every shade carried profound meaning.

Through her mastery of contrast, Samruddha transforms light and shadow into living dialogues—where stillness balances movement and serenity rises from chaos. These fine artworks do not merely decorate a wall; they inhabit the space, infusing it with silence that speaks louder than words.

Critics describe these artworks as “black-and-white storytelling at its most profound”—creations that invite viewers to pause, reflect, and immerse themselves in the elegance of restraint. Each stroke is deliberate, every form a fragment of narrative, pulling the observer into a meditative conversation between the soul and the surface.

What sets these works apart is the emotional resonance they bring into daily life. In homes and collections, this type of rare art becomes more than an object of beauty—it becomes a companion of tranquility, presence, and timeless grace.

For collectors and connoisseurs, the upcoming exhibition, Bold and Beautiful, offers an experience not to be missed. These fine artworks embody both sophistication and serenity, promising to remain memorable long after the first encounter.

 Kishor Purekar

Kishor Purekar is an international artist. In 2020, he won the prestigious Signature Status award from the Portrait Society of America. He happens to be the only Indian sculptor to be conferred with this achievement. Two other Indian artists have won, but he is the only sculptor. 

His 30 years of experience speak volumes about why he has won this award. Realism in art is not something that everyone can practice daily. It is not just a technical skill to bring the likeness of the subject. The real artist evokes emotions beyond the likeness. The personality, the mood, and the character are his forte. During live demonstrations, it is like watching a magic show where a mere lump of clay gets transformed into a real human being in just a matter of a couple of hours. Besides being a traditional artist, he has now developed himself to match the ever-evolving technology and has successfully completed several projects for large-scale works. 

From: 30th September to 6th October 2025

"Bold & Beautiful"

An Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures By Samruddha Kishor Purekar & Kishor Purekar

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

Can it be called a curated exhibition? - - Sakharam Binder

I landed from Delhi and made my way straight to Show at Jehangir Art Gallery. After navigating the nightmare of Mumbai traffic, I was greeted by a buzzing opening preview—an eager crowd of familiar faces from the city’s art circle, all gathered to mark the occasion. The atmosphere was festive, the energy palpable, and it was a pleasure to reconnect with colleagues and acquaintances.

Yet once the formal speeches were done, the celebratory mood quickly dissolved into disappointment. Walking through the exhibition felt less like encountering a thoughtfully curated show and more like scrolling through a random Google search for “Indian art”—a jumble of images without context, hierarchy, or purpose. There was no attempt to explain why these works were chosen, or what larger narrative they were meant to construct.

With over sixty artists represented, the show became, in the local parlance, a bhel puri of artworks: a confusing mix of old masters, established names, and newly-minted “influencer-artists” and some really bad artists. To organize for star power alone does not amount to curation. Instead of a dialogue between works, there was no sense - paintings and sculptures put together competing for attention, and indifferent lighting that flattened rather than elevated the experience. What might have been a moment of reflection on twenty-five years of artistic journeys devolved into the visual equivalent of a college annual exhibition, where each work shouts only for itself—not in brilliance, but in desperation—at the mediocrity of the show.

Curation at its best provides coherence, rhythm, and meaning, weaving diverse works into a compelling narrative. At its worst, it reduces even strong works to fragments of incoherence. Sadly, this exhibition fell into the latter category. All works are jammed together like leftovers at a buffet. Star names were sprinkled in like garnish, but even they couldn’t rescue the mess. This wasn’t curation; it was a jumble sale.

What makes the situation more perplexing is the presence of a “senior curator, well known critic and cultural theorist” at the helm. The only explanation offered in the curatorial note was the phrase “an assembly of diverse voices.” But if the task is merely assembly, then a gallery boy (assistant) could have achieved the same result. Why position such a random collection under the guise of curation? The show squandered its potential, leaving behind only frustration and a sense of missed opportunity.

Perhaps next time “the curator” might take the responsibility of shaping a vision rather than simply arranging objects Into a chaotic marketplace—or better yet, decline projects that reduce the role of curation to little more than decoration as a glorified assembler for the wealthy.

( Text by Ai)

- Sakharam Binder

Delhi -2025

Vibrant visions art exhibition to celebrate diverse strokes and shared visions at Nehru Center art gallery, worli, mumbai

 Mumbai, September 2025 – The Hyderabad Art Society and Bouquet Of Art Gallery are proud to present Vibrant Visions Art Exhibition, a landmark art event celebrating creativity, diversity, and shared artistic expression. The exhibition will be held from 23rd to 29th September 2025 at the prestigious Nehru Centre Art (AC) Gallery, Mumbai, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

Curated under the theme “Diverse Strokes, Shared Visions”, this exhibition will showcase an eclectic collection of artworks from 30 eminent and emerging artists from across India. The show is designed to be a confluence of varied techniques, perspectives, and styles, reflecting the collective spirit of contemporary Indian art.

The Grand Inauguration will take place on 23rd September 2025 at 4:30 PM, graced by an esteemed panel of dignitaries.

·  Chief Guest:
Rajiv Mishra, Principal, Sir J. J. College of Art, Architecture & Design (Deemed University)

·  Guests of Honor:
Rajendra Patil, Director, India Art Festival
Bandana Jain, Expert, Sustainable Art/Design
Ajay Samir, Celebrated Contemporary Artist

The event is presented by:
M. V. Ramana Reddy, Eminent Sculptor & President, Hyderabad Art Society
Anjali & Narendra Arora, Founders & Directors, Bouquet Of Art Gallery

Speaking about the exhibition, Anjali Arora, Founder & Director of Bouquet Of Art Gallery, said,
"Vibrant Visions is more than an exhibition; it is a platform that celebrates the union of diverse artistic voices. Each artist brings their unique narrative, yet together they create a harmonious dialogue that inspires reflection and connection."

The featured artists include A. N. Pushpavathi, Alpna Kataria, Appam Raghavendra, Damodhar Nayakoti, Devulapalli Hanumantha Rao, Gurram Mallesham, Janhavi Bhide, Kantha Reddy, Monika Chandna, Nanda Pathak, Pooja Vijayarangan, Pratiksha Saxena, Qureysh Basrai, Rakhee Shah, Ramana Reddy, Saraswathi L, Satya Gannoju, Sayam Bharath, Shanthi Vinjamuri, SohnaI V Saxena, Srinivas Tingeerkar, Sudha Barshikar, Thirumala M Thirupathi, Vaishali Ingle, Venkat Ramulu Jogu, and Venkateshwarlu Jageti.

The show promises to be a visual treat for art collectors, critics, students, and enthusiasts alike, offering an opportunity to engage with multiple styles – from contemporary abstract works to traditional forms – under one roof.

23rd – 29th September 2025

Bouquet Of Art Gallery & Hyderabad Art Society presents 

“VIBRANT VISIONS”

ART EXHIBITION

VENUE: NEHRU CENTRE ART GALLERY AC GALLERY, DR. ANNIE BESANT ROAD

WORLI, MUMBAI 400018 TIMING: 11AM TO 7PM CONTACT: +91 7208256585 

An evening “Abstract” Sneha Alaskar, at Nippon Gallery - Kala Ghoda

 

Saikat Baksi’s “Trapped” Solo Show Opens at Vesavar Art Gallery

Vesavar Art Gallery is hosting a thought-provoking solo exhibition by author-artist Saikat Baksi, titled “Trapped”, running until September 9, 2025. The show presents conceptual artworks created over the past 15 years, reflecting the artist’s deep engagement with the human condition.

Baksi believes an artist must spend more time living life than before the canvas, since creativity, for him, arises from the victories and defeats of mortal existence. His works probe how mankind is ensnared in cobwebs of desire, greed, fear, sorrow, and ambition. He compares humanity to passengers aboard a train rushing toward destruction, too afraid to jump despite knowing the end.

The collection portrays the suffocating traps of habits, conventions, and comfort zones—bondages that people often accept unconsciously. Each piece conveys a sense of confinement, revealing the masks of diplomacy, hypocrisy, and falsehood that dominate modern life.

Baksi, widely recognized as a bestselling author of six novels and a book of poems, is also known for his podcast Art Beyond Canvas, where he discusses unusual turns in art history. His artworks, dark in tone and unflinching in subject, may divide opinion, but they demand attention and are not easily forgotten.

With “Trapped”, Vesavar Art Gallery offers viewers an unsettling yet memorable encounter with an artist who refuses to soften the truth.

Vesavar Art Gallery

Address: MG Pune Central 2422, General Thimayya Road, East St, Pune, Maharashtra 411001

Phone: 081969 79697 #VesavarArtGallery