Kolkata, India - Aakriti Art
Gallery proudly announces an exclusive Artist Residency, conceptualized and
curated by Delhi based independent Art Historian Dr. Soujit Das, a former
Assistant Professor of Government College of Art and Craft Calcutta. This creative
event, centered around the theme 'Myth and its Aftermaths: An Exploration of
Contemporary Sculptural Practices,' is set to take place from the 6th to
11th of December, 2023.
The picturesque Bachhawat Estate
located in Madhupur, Badu Road, Barasat, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India;
will serve as the creative hub for this distinctive artist residency. This
residency will foster creative and intellectual dialogue as established artists
will come together to explore the profound interplay between myths, society,
and politics in today's capricious world. The participating artists - a stellar
line-up comprising Aditya Basak, Akhil Chandra Das, Atin Basak, Bimal Kundu, Chaitali
Chanda, Chandra Bhattacharjee, Chhatrapati Dutta, Debabrata De,
Jayashree Chakravarty, Mansoor Ali, Mukulendu Pathak, Pradip Maitra, Saurav Roy
Chowdhury, Shanta Samanta, Shanti Swaroopini, Subrata Biswas, Sudip Roy, Tapas
Biswas and Vikram will lead a thought-provoking discourse through their
sculptural expressions in bronze.
The theme for the residency draws
inspiration from Roland Barthes' seminal work 'Mythologies,' inviting artists
to unravel the evolving nature of myths and their profound impact on
contemporary cultural landscapes. The curator emphasizes, "Myths are not
relics of the past but live on as influential cultural forces, shaping and
being shaped by our complex global society." During the residency, artists
will delve into the realms of appropriation and deconstruction of myths,
challenging conventional narratives and revealing the hidden symbols and
ideologies that shape our perceptions. The works produced will aim to dismantle
established polysemous narratives, empowering viewers to question and
re-evaluate the stories that shape their reality. Moreover, the exhibition aims
to underscore the global nature of myths in an interconnected world dominated
by technology and media. The fruits of the collective creative labour will be
exhibited next year along with a publication authored by the Curator,
documenting the entire process. This experience promises to be a visual and
intellectual treat, offering a unique perspective on how myths continue to
influence and evolve in our lives.
Aakriti Art Gallery and the
participating artists will host an Open Studio for general public, artists
and Press on 10th December between 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bachhawat
Estate.
For press inquiries and additional
information, please contact:
Mr. Sumit Das
Gallery Assistant
Aakriti Art Gallery Kolkata
12/3a, Orbit Enclave, Picasso
Bithi, Mullick Bazar, Park Street area,
Kolkata, West Bengal 700017
Phone: 79806 13424
About Aakriti Art Gallery Kolkata: Aakriti
Art Gallery Kolkata is a premier platform dedicated to showcasing modern and
contemporary art, fostering creative dialogues, and promoting artistic
innovation within India's cultural landscape. Through exhibitions, residencies,
and workshops, Aakriti Art Gallery continues to champion artistic excellence
and cultural exchange.