DESERT ELEGANCE A Group Exhibition Of Paintings & Sculptures By 3 Well-Known Artists In Jehangir Art Gallery...

From: 8th to 14th April 2025

“DESERT ELEGANCE”

An Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures

By well-known artists Anushka Varekar, Santaji Chougale, Yogesh Majgaonkar

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

Auditorium Hall,

161-B, M. G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Time: 11am to 7pm

Contact: +91 98604 14585 / +91 98508 35507 / +91 86055 58882

DESERT ELEGANCE

A group art exhibition showcasing the recent paintings and sculptures by 3 contemporary well-known artists – Anushka Satyajeet Varekar, Santaji Chougale, Yogesh Majgaonkar have been displayed in Jehangir Art Gallery, Auditorium Hall, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai from 8th to 14th April 2025. Between 11am to 7pm.

This show was inaugurated on 8th April 2025 by Honorable Guests Walter Vieira, Mrs.Celine Vieira, Mr. Sarosh Karani, Mrs. Geeta Karani, Promod Kamble(Eminent Artist),  Mr. Surendra Jagtap(Renowned Artist) among others

Anushka Satyajeet Varekar – Sangli

She hails from Sangli and had her art education upto G.D. Arts followed by Diploma in Art Education at Kalavishwa Mahavidyalaya Sangli. Anushka Varekar has highlighted the subtle nuances of Rajasthani culture, heritage and social life prevailing there in her expressive style of realism. The Rajasthani culture, the people there, the expressions on their faces, their colorful attire, when they come out of their shells onto the canvas, captivates the mind. Looking at Rajasthan depicted through the eyes of a Marathi artist, one begins to feel the respectful nod given by Maharashtra’s culture to Rajasthani culture.

Santaji Chougale – Kolhapur

Santaji had his art education upto G.D. Art(Sculpture & Modelling) at Kalamandir Art College, Kolhapur. His works in bronze showcases the unique aesthetic norms and nuances associated with a peacock in its happy and joyful mood and enjoyment due to rains and the continuous downpour in rainy season. It also illustrates the elegance of joy and happiness expressed by the peacock in its joyous mood full of happiness and merriment. The sculptor seems to have created it relatively. The peacock’s spread plumage, its vastness, binds the eye somewhere. The peacock’s sharpness and the rhythmic connection in that sharpness are presented relatively by the artist. Overall, through this series of sculptures, the artist seems to have succeeded in expressing his personal feelings about Peacock to art lovers.

Yogesh Majgaonkar – Kolhapur

He hails from Kolhapur. Yogesh had his art education upto G.D. Art(Sculpture & Modelling) at Kalamandir Art College, Kolhapur.  He had showcased his sculptures in many solo and group art exhibitions in Bombay Art Society, Gulbarga Academy of Art, Gulbarga, Lalit Kala Academy New Delhi etc. His sculptures in stone and mixed medium showing the subtle nuances of Apple, Strawberry, Tree and their elegant realistic norms in nature are really very artistic and unique in surface finishes textural peculiarities. He has focused on the need for conservational of nature wealth and its treasures and need to ensure preservation of the subtle nuances from the worldly Bards of pollution and urbanization.

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DESERT ELEGANCE A Group Exhibition Of Paintings & Sculptures By 3 Well-Known Artists In Jehangir Art Gallery

COMPANION Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Prof. Sunil Tambe In Jehangir Art Gallery...

From: 1^st to 7^th April 2025

“COMPANION”

Solo Show of Paintings by renowned artist Prof. Sunil Tambe

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to7pm.

Contact: +91 9422707842 / +91 7972 838464

A solo exhibition by renowned artist Prof. Sunil Tambe, Principal of S.S.V.P.S. School of Art, Dhule, has been organized at the prestigious Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai, from April 1 to April 7, 2025. This exhibition is based on the theme “Saathidar: Timeless Spiritual Longing, the Modern Woman, and Devotion.”

This show was inaugurated on 1st April 2025 by Prabhakar Kolte(eminent artist) in the presence of Kanwaljit Singh(veteran actor), Prakash Bal Joshi, Dolly Thakore, Dr. Sanjay Bhide, Vinay Patil, Vinod Bhadane, Shyambabu Naidu among others.

The exhibition explores the idea that Krishna is not just the ultimate goal of our spiritual journey—he is also our eternal companion. When one is immersed in devotion, an unbreakable attraction towards him arises. The soul longs to see him, to be near him, and to merge into his divine embrace. However, Krishna is not easily perceived by our physical senses; he is entirely spiritual, while our minds remain entangled in worldly attachments. Only through genuine devotion can we transcend to a higher spiritual state and experience his divine presence.

This idea is beautifully expressed in the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 18, Verse 61):

“Ishvarah Sarvabhutanam Hriddeshe Arjuna Tishthati |

Bhramayan Sarvabhutani Yantrarudhani Mayaya ||”

“The Supreme Lord resides in the hearts of all beings, O Arjuna, and directs their wanderings according to their past karma, as if they were mounted on a machine made of material energy.”

Krishna is never far from us; he resides within our hearts, guiding us, waiting for us to turn towards him with devotion and surrender.

From Meera Bai to modern women, the eternal longing for Krishna has remained unchanged. The devotion that once illuminated Meera Bai’s heart still flows in the hearts of young women today. Krishna’s love is beyond the boundaries of time, and so is the longing for him.

Through his paintings, Prof. Tambe has beautifully expressed this eternal devotion. His artworks illustrate that just as Meera Bai was completely immersed in Krishna’s devotion, the modern woman too experiences the same spiritual longing today. The emotions in her eyes, the devotion that permeates her entire being—these paintings are not mere visual representations but profound spiritual experiences brought to life through art.

COMPANION Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Prof. Sunil Tambe In Jehangir Art Gallery

ECHOES OF METAPHOR Solo Show Of Paintings By Renowned Artist Santosh More In Jehangir Art Gallery...

From: 1^st to 7^th April 2025

“Echoes of Metaphor”

Solo Show of Paintings

By Renowned Artist Santosh More

 VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161 – B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: +91 9920192011

www.artistsantoshmore.com    

Santosh More’s Solo Exhibition Echoes of Metaphor at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai

Mumbai, India – Celebrated contemporary artist Santosh More is poised to unveil his latest solo exhibition, Echoes of Metaphor, at the esteemed Jehangir Art Gallery from 1st April to 6th April. This evocative showcase delves into the fluidity of visual consciousness, where fleeting memories, ethereal harmonies, and the profound vastness of nature coalesce, offering an immersive exploration of abstraction and introspection.

The book How to become a Disciplined artist, written by artist Santosh More, was released and his paintings exhibition was inaugurated on 1^st April 2025 by Hon. Guests Brinda Miller, Dolly Thakore, Prof. Anil Naik, Ravi Mandlik, Dilip Ranade, Prakash Bal Joshi among others with the notable presence of eminent artist  Prof. Prabhar Kolte, Vilas Shinde, Yashwant Deshmukh and others.

More’s artistic lexicon is deeply interwoven with his early captivation by the natural world and the cultural vibrancy of his homeland. His compositions manifest as dynamic, formless entities—an interplay of imperceptible forces that converge, dissolve, and reconstitute in silent dialogue. These amorphous structures, shifting and intermingling, resonate with an almost meditative cadence, giving birth to a visual language that transcends the constraints of representation.

In Echoes of Metaphor, More’s work resists definitive interpretation, instead beckoning viewers into an open-ended engagement with ambiguity. His paintings do not dictate meaning but rather invite contemplation, allowing each observer to unearth personal resonances within the interplay of form and space. The exhibition embodies an aesthetic philosophy of surrender and rediscovery—an odyssey into the liminal realms between the tangible and the intangible, between the seen and the unspoken.

With a career spanning over three decades, Santosh More has firmly established himself as a significant voice in contemporary abstraction. A BFA graduate from Mumbai University, his practice is distinguished by its seamless fusion of abstract expression and nuanced metaphorical depth. His works have been exhibited at some of the country’s most prestigious institutions, including Jehangir Art Gallery, CIMA Gallery, Gallery Art & Soul, Gallery Articulate, Gallery Guild, and the Bombay Art Society, earning him wide acclaim and numerous accolades.

ECHOES OF METAPHOR Solo Show Of Paintings By Renowned Artist Santosh More In Jehangir Art Gallery

“FUSION” I Chaapkhana’s Group Exhibition By 9 Contemporary Artists At Kismat Art Gallery...

From: 25 February to 3 March 2025

“FUSION”

Chaapkhana’s Group Exhibition at Kismat Art Gallery, Mumbai.

Participating artists: 

Milind Limbekar, Sadanand Chaudhary,Virendra Chopde Abhishek Chaurasia, Shekhar Tandekar, Mauktik Kate, Vinod Chachere, Milind Atkle, Akshay Tijare.

VENUE:

Kismat Art Gallery,

3^rd Pasta Lane

Colaba, Mumbai 400 005

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: +91 8446239503

“Fusion” group show, organized by Chhapkhana Group artists, Nagpur was inaugurated by renowned Indian painter Dr. Sudhir Patwardhan on 25^th February 2025. During the opening ceremony, Dr. Patwardhan emphasized that unity among artists is essential for the success and progress art world today.

Apart from the Chhapkhana artists, notable attendees included Principal Nitin Kitukale of J KAcademy of Art and Design Shri Pritam Deuskar, Prof. Surendra Jagtap, Dr. Kishor Ingle, and several other artists. While introducing Chhapkhana, the Founder of Chhapkhana Shri Milind Limbekar gave a brief overview of the group’s ten-year journey and explained its core objectives. He also introduced all the Members of the group and explained their expertise.

Engaging in a dialogue with the artists, Dr. Sudhir Patwardhan had conversations with the Artists and exchanged ideas about the artworks, He offered insightful guidance. His wife, Mrs. Shanta Patwardhan, was also present on the occasion.

Gallery curators Mr. Vinod Solanki and Yogeshree welcomed the artists, while Mr. Mohan Solanki expressed that Kismat Art Gallery could serve as an accessible platform for emerging artists.

“FUSION” I Chaapkhana’s Group Exhibition By 9 Contemporary Artists At Kismat Art Gallery

“MONKS” Legends & Traditions I Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Vijay Kiyawat At Jehangir...

From: 24^th February to 2^nd March 2025

“MONKS”

Legends & Traditions

Solo Show of Paintings by well-known artist Vijay Kiyawat

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: +91 98100 38212

www.vijaykiyawat.com

Vijay Kiyawat’s Solo Exhibition: “Monks” Legends & Traditions”

Acclaimed contemporary artist Vijay Kiyawat presents his latest solo exhibition, unveiling a mesmerising collection of watercolour paintings that embody his signature blend of optimism, serenity, and surrealism. With works gracing esteemed corporate spaces in the country and abroad, Kiyawat’s art continues to transcend borders and inspire audiences worldwide.

Kiyawat’s much-anticipated solo exhibition, ‘Monks: Legends and Traditions’, will be held at Jehangir Art Gallery from 24th February to 2nd March. This series delves into the profound world of spirituality, capturing the essence of monastic life through his intense, meditative, and soulful watercolours. Each piece invites the viewer into a realm of contemplation and inner peace, reflecting Kiyawat’s deep engagement with the ethereal and the philosophical.

Having established himself as an IIT engineer and corporate professional, Kiyawat successfully integrated his analytical precision with his artistic pursuits. The mentorship of acclaimed artists, Manish Pushkale, Vasundhara Tewari Broota, the late Surinder Kaur, Rajesh Sharma, Julie Cohn, and Raymond Yap, has shaped his work into a distinctive representation of colour, light, and emotion. His compositions, influenced by nature, literature, and his wide-ranging travels, possess a dreamlike quality, which has led to their being called Happy Paintings.

Beyond the canvas, Kiyawat’s creative pursuits extend to music and nature, as an accomplished pianist and avid birdwatcher. His latest exhibition is a testament to the enduring power of art to uplift, inspire, and create a world of wonder.

—–Sushma Sabnis. Mumbai

“MONKS” Legends & Traditions I Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Vijay Kiyawat At Jehangir

“Home & Abroad” Dr. Mohan Luthra’s Exhibition Explores Beauty and Truth at Jehangir Art Gallery...

February 17–23, 2025

“Home & Abroad”

A Painting and a Thought

An Exhibition of recent works by London based artist Dr. Mohan Luthra 

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: +91 9910287876

Home & Abroad: Dr. Mohan Luthra’s Exhibition Explores Beauty and Truth

Mumbai’s iconic Jehangir Art Gallery is currently hosting a compelling exhibition by London-based artist Dr. Mohan Luthra, titled Home & Abroad – A Painting and a Thought. The exhibition features 28 evocative landscapes and has been drawing a steady stream of visitors, including art enthusiasts, critics, and cultural figures, with nearly 100 attendees daily.

The exhibition was inaugurated on 17^th February 2025 by Mr. Kaiyoze Billimoria, a distinguished Mumbai citizen, who reflected on Dr. Luthra’s multifaceted career in the UK while maintaining a lifelong dedication to the arts. Speaking at the event, Billimoria noted, “Each painting here is not just a depiction of a place, but an exploration of how those places have shaped the artist’s thought and spirit.” He also emphasized Luthra’s deep connection to Indian landscapes, particularly through his recent work in shared studios in Goa and Reva Kancheta, along the banks of the Narmada River.

The exhibition was also attended by Senior Advocate Rui Rodrigues, a board member of the YMCA committee, who was particularly drawn to the poetic depth woven into Luthra’s work.

Home & Abroad showcases a diverse range of landscapes, from architectural panoramas to what the artist describes as “wastescapes.” Yet beyond their striking visual appeal, these works carry deeper narratives—questioning the realities behind idyllic settings through poetic reflections and self-exploration. Luthra’s approach challenges viewers to move beyond aesthetics and engage with the truths hidden beneath the surface.

A notable aspect of the exhibition is its curation, subtly tracing the artist’s evolution from childhood to the present. Through this lens, Home & Abroad not only highlights Luthra’s artistic growth but also explores how his journeys—both physical and emotional—have shaped his perspective and creative voice.

With Home & Abroad, Dr. Mohan Luthra once again demonstrates his ability to merge visual splendor with introspective depth, offering audiences a thought-provoking experience that lingers long after they leave the gallery.

The exhibition runs until Sunday, 23rd February.

“Home & Abroad” Dr. Mohan Luthra’s Exhibition Explores Beauty and Truth at Jehangir Art Gallery