GAJENDRA SAHU AND CHHATRAPATI BISWAL
SPACE 1 - 2
Exhibition dates : 2 - 14 June 2026
Opening reception : Wed 3 June 2026, 6:00 - 8:30pm
Gajendra Prasad Sahu
Rooted in a lifelong engagement with nature, family, and humanity, this exhibition reflects on the interconnectedness between people and the natural world. Through paintings that move between realism and abstraction, the works draw from close observations of plants, landscapes, and everyday life, transforming these experiences into expressive compositions rich with colour, rhythm, and emotion. The practice embraces nature not only as a visual subject, but as a source of reflection, understanding, and spiritual connection.
Developed over more than four decades of artistic dedication, the exhibition also considers the role and responsibility of the artist within society. Beyond the act of creating, the works speak to the importance of patience, persistence, mindfulness, and the ability of art to inspire positive change. By sharing a lifetime of learning and experience, the artist honours nature lovers, emerging artists, and those who continue to seek meaning, beauty, and connection through creative practice.
Chhatrapati Sri Dibyaranjan Biswal
This series reflects a powerful idea: even in the midst of chaos, the art world survives because of those who choose to protect and nurture it. Through recurring motifs inspired by Odisha’s iconic wooden dolls and the symbolic umbrella, the artist portrays a fragile yet unwavering shield.
The umbrella may appear delicate, but its strength lies not in its material, it stands firm because of the resolve of those who hold it. Much like the artists who, with passion and perseverance, continue to safeguard heritage, inspire others, and keep traditions alive.
This body of work is a tribute to those silent protectors, who, against all odds, ensure that art not only survives, but continues to bring light and colour into the world.