Artists

As an artist, Abhishek Kumar, my work is a testament to the transformative power of vibrant colors, bold knife techniques, and a deep connection with the natural world. Through the interplay of oils and acrylics, I embark on a creative journey that delves into the intrinsic beauty of landscapes, capturing their essence in a dance of light and color.

Inspired by the awe-inspiring wonders of nature, my artistic exploration centers around the majestic forms of mountains, the graceful elegance of trees, and the dynamic energy of waterfalls. Each series of works is a contemplative journey into the heart of these natural elements, seeking to understand and convey their profound beauty on canvas.

My creative process is a meticulous study of the intricate textures and patterns woven by nature. Observing the play of light during different moments—whether it be the fleeting impressions of the sun or the transformative hues of a sunrise or sunset—I translate these nuanced experiences into enduring artistic expressions. The result is a collection of paintings that embody the emotions and sensations inspired by the ever-shifting weather and seasons.

Central to my artistic vision is an unwavering focus on the source of light in each composition. Light, as a transformative force, shapes the atmosphere and mood of the artwork, creating a vivid interplay of shadows and highlights that breathe life into the scenes I depict. In addition to my paintings, I extend my exploration of form and texture to stoneware sculptures. With a bold application of thick, textured colors using a knife, I celebrate the vividness and richness of the landscapes that serve as my muse. Cityscapes, mountains, and the intriguing forms of trees become the primary subjects through which I express my unique visual language.

My artistic journey is a continuous experiment with distance and depth, inviting viewers to embark on a visual voyage through layers of color and texture. I aspire to convey not only the external beauty of the landscapes I explore but also the internal landscapes of emotion and experience. Each piece serves as an invitation to step into a world where color, form, and texture converge, creating a vibrant tapestry that speaks to the profound connection between art and the natural world. As I delve into the creative process, my artworks become a fusion of observation and introspection, blurring the lines between reality and inner imagination. Sunrises and sunsets, symbolic of the eternal cycle of life, hold a special place in my heart, often finding expression in my paintings as poignant reminders of the beauty and impermanence of existence.

In essence, my artworks are a harmonious symphony of colors, textures, and emotions—a representation of my deep connection with nature and a desire to share its enchantment with the world. With each stroke of the brush and each sweep of the knife, I aim to transport viewers into the captivating realm of nature, inviting them to experience its majesty and contemplate the profound interplay of light and life.

GROUP SHOWS:

-“Palette of Prosperity” curated by Kala Care at American Center, K.G. Marg, New Delhi (2024)

-“SETU” India-Sri Lanka artist exchange exhibition at Kalasrot Art Gallery, Lucknow (2024)

-“ART ATRIUM” curated by The Great Eastern Home at ACE TECH Goregaon, Mumbai (2023)

-Biennale Viterbo/Venice: “Arti Vi.Ve – un ponte fra Viterbo e Venezia (2022)

-“BLUISH” a pop-up virtual exhibition at IKOUII, Atlanta, USA (2021)

-“Small Works: The Art of Gifting” virtual exhibition at IKOUII, Atlanta, USA (2021)

-“A Message for You” virtual exhibition at IKOUII, Atlanta, USA (2020)

-“Dot Dot Dash” virtual exhibition at Surface Gallery, Nottingham, United Kingdom (2020)

-“ Summer Solace” at Gallery Du 808, Bristol, United Kingdom (2019)

-“In an Artist’s Mind X” by Trinity Arts at Nirlon Knowledge Park Mumbai (2019)

-“The Coloured Horizon” by Apparao Galleries at Magnolia, DLF 5, Gurgaon (2019)

-“ The Summer Art Collection” by Apparao Galleries at The Lodhi, New Delhi (2019)

- International Post-Card show at Surface Gallery, Nottingham, United Kingdom (2019)

- “CIMA Awards” The Kolkata Art Festival at CIMA Gallery , Kolkata (2019)

- "LINEAR CONTOUR" group exhibition by Vernssage Art, New Delhi (2018)

- Annual Art Exhibition Sahitya Kala Parishad , at Lalit Kala Akademi , New Delhi (2017)

- 89th Annual All India Art Exhibition at AIFACS, New Delhi (2016)- ART35 (IInd Edition), Young Affordable Art at The Great Eastern Home, Mumbai. (2016) - Dhoomimal 25th Annual at Dhoomimal Gallery, Delhi. (2016)- MONSOON 2016 at Nine Fish Art Gallery, Mumbai. (2016)- 5th , 6th All India Digital Art Exhibition, AIFACS, New Delhi (2015,2016)- 8th, 9th All India Portrait Exhibition, AIFACS, New Delhi (2015,2017)- The Grand Trunk Show, at Taj FalaknumaPalace, Hyderabad (2014)- The Grand Trunk Show, at The Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi (2014)- “100 Years of the City New Delhi’’ at AIFACS, New Delhi (2012)- KALPITATVA at Alliance Francaise, New Delhi (2012)- VIGNETTE ARTS at Lalit Kala Akademi, Rabindra Bhawan, New Delhi (2012)- WORLD BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE by BPNI at Convention Foyer, India Habitat Centre, Delhi (2012) AWARDS/FELLOWSHIPS:

- Junior Fellowship Award for Outstanding Person in the Fields of Culture by CCRT, New Delhi (2020-2021)

- North Zone Bronze Medal Award for Digital Art by Prafulla Art Foundation (2017)- Fellowship Award for Painting by Dhoomimal Gallery (2015-2016)

-First Award by BPNI on their 20th Anniversary (2012)ART CAMPS:-Senior and Junior Artists Camp 2022, AIFACS, Delhi (2022)-”Rangeshwari” an Art Camp celebrating Sh. Pandit Ravi Shankar’s 100th Birth Anniversary, Delhi (2020)-ALL INDIA ART FESTIVAL, Art Mall, Delhi (2009-10)

PUBLICATIONS / ARTICLES:

Znyax Magazine, UK Art Blog and Magazine (Artist of the Month) November, 2018.

Edgy Minds (Artist Featured) (March 2017)Rolling Stone, New York, USA (November-2013)Emaar MFG Calendar-2013 , Gurgaon (2013)Mtv Article (November-2013)It’s in the Details, Texas, USA (September-2011)

Verse On Canvas , Kolkata, India (July-2010)Art of the Day,  Arizona, USA (October-2010)COLLECTIONS:Vitruvian Partners – London, U.K. Scapewise – Sydney, Australia Gameloft- San Francisco, USA CTN Communications, London, U.K.Verse on Canvas- Kolkata, India. The Great Eastern Home – Mumbai, India.Emaar MGF – Gurgaon, India

Lady Gaga (American Singer) - USANagarjuna (Indian Actor) – Hyderabad, IndiaPiyush Goel (Ministry of Commerce and Industry) – Delhi, India

and many private collections worldwide.

Andrea Benetti, born in Bologna in 1964, is a visual artist (painting, photography, drawing, installations, video art) who has redefined the connection between contemporary art and prehistoric origins. In 2006, he drafted the Manifesto of Neo-Cave Art, which was presented at the 53rd Venice Biennale in 2009. In this manifesto, he reinterprets the earliest human artistic expressions through a contemporary lens, using an innovative and symbolic language. His works, characterized by stylized zoomorphic and anthropomorphic motifs, abstract geometries, and the use of natural pigments, recreate the ancestral bond between humans and imagery, fostering a dialogue between past and future. He has exhibited in prestigious international venues, and his works are part of significant museum and institutional collections, including those of the United Nations, the Vatican, the Quirinale, and the Italian Chamber of Deputies. His artistic research has been studied by Italian universities such as the University of Bologna, the University of Ferrara, and the University of Salento (Lecce), which have analyzed his work in depth. Additionally, he has collaborated with various universities on research projects exploring contemporary art and its relationship with ancient iconography. His renown is further affirmed by his presence in the Treccani and De Agostini encyclopedias, on WikiArt, and in over 30 language editions of Wikipedia. In 2020, he was awarded the Nettuno d’Oro Prize by the city of Bologna for his contribution to contemporary culture, confirming his prominent role in today’s artistic landscape.

Andrew Aarons is a painter and printmaker. His preferred media are oil paint on canvas or paper and mezzotint prints. He graduated from Camberwell School of Art after having been a full time student from the early age of thirteen. From then he taught art and worked as an artist full time; something he wanted to do from the age of three. Andrew’s studio is in South West London where he makes his art most days of the week. He is delighted to have visitors but prefers that you telephone or email to be sure that he will be there to welcome you. Over more than 60 years of making art Andrew has concentrated for lengthy periods on the figure and portraiture, the urban and rural landscape, music, sport, war, memory and the human condition. You can discover the vast range of his work by visiting his website: https://andrewaaronsart.com For the last few years he has chosen to explore the non-objective (abstract) world. He is discovering something that is beyond the every day. His paintings are a world of images that, while they are familiar and seem to lurk in the memory they have never actually existed anywhere except in the painting. They exist only on the canvas or the paper and in the memory. He invites you to spend time with the paintings and to talk to him about your response. Andrew is making new paintings for his next exhibition. It will be in 2026 at the J/M Gallery on Portobello Road, London. That is where he held a recent, and very successful solo exhibition. The paintings he’s including here are oil on paper. The paper is 300gms, acid free, Fabriano Artistico. It will not yellow. The best colour man in England, Michael Harding, makes the oil paint that Andrew uses. Studio address: The old Laundry, Phipps Bridge Studios, Phipps Bridge Road, Mitcham, CR4 3PL. Email: alaarons@gmail.com Telephone: +44 (0) 7752 368906 Website: https://andrewaaronsart.com Instagram: andrewaaronsart

Anisa Neto is a contemporary artist, illustrator and a designer living in Denmark. She is based in Kolding and best known for her acrylics and watercolor paintings. She’s been participating in exhibitions worldwide since 2004. Since I was a child, I always liked to paint, a passion that is always with me. Her paintings express a merge of the different worlds of imagination, fantasy and reality. They suggest the observer to imagine and interpret what’s happening and complete the undefined elements. Her watercolors are figurative with a natural water flow, creating new shapes and merging colors. In her latest paintings, she’s been focusing on fashion patterns and cultures She is inspired by figurative and impressionist artworks, fairy tales, movies, cultures, patterns and other amazing artists out there!