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| Brahmaand_Acrylic on Canvas_24” x 24” |
12th Sept. – 24th Sept. 2016: Pradarshak presents “Vedh” Solo Exhibition of Paintings by Madhavi Joshi.
Madhavi Joshi is
prolific with her iconographic vocabulary. Having held in excess of 20 solo and
30 group exhibitions, this Pune-based self-taught artist expresses herself in a
unique style that brings together her love for art and her spirituality.
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| Dvandva1 & 2_Acrylic on Canvas_20” x 32” |
Based
on the trinity – Brahma (creator), Vishnu (preserver) and Shiva (transformer),
with their consorts – Saraswati, Lakshmi and Parvati respectively, her
paintings come alive with symbols expressing sanctity and the relevance of
numerous vignettes of Indian culture in relation to their modern practices.
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| Tej_Acrylic on Canvas_36” x 18” |
Indian
mythological idols and Hindu iconography combine to impart visual effects of
glory and transparency referencing the country’s spiritual heritage. The Panchabuta or 5 Elements, Hindu theological studies
and the like find a reflection in her expression. The relevance of various
chakras and their sanctity along with meditational hues become prominent,
exuding an energy that creates a strong positive aura in the surrounding space.
This also makes her paintings suitable to be used for yoga and meditation.
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| Vishnu_Acrylic on Canvas_22” x 18” |
Using
the cone technique, Madhavi adds accents to her expression, where the entire
surface or a large part of it is raised for effect. She creates different textures using texture white and
then carves on it using various tools. This is followed by cones of various
sizes filled with vibrant acrylic hues that set about finishing the creative
process. And all along, the artist makes sure that the work of art has a
vintage feel.
A
show not to be missed!