Amitabh Ashesh Paints YUN BHI In Vesavar Art Gallery, Pune I 30th July To 8th August 2025...

Amitabh Ashesh Paints ‘Yun Bhi’ in Pune 

In the ongoing exhibition ‘Yun Bhi’ at Vesavar Art Gallery in Camp, Amitabh Ashesh introduces figuration through original, abstract concepts, reimagined forms and striking color fields. His exuberant scenes of daily life possess a theatrical quality, with statuesque figures in expressive gestures evoking tableaux vivants. Artworks are based on Amitabh’s compositional platform ‘Yufism’. Each painting is titled with a short poem infusing literary air. Penned by a mysterious Bolbul, they provide an emotive entry into a painting and spark viewer interpretations.

Amitabh trained at Stanford University’s Art Department under California stalwarts, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative movement. Displayed works reflect this lineage in simplified forms and emphatic colors however conceptual points of departure intentionally establish the paintings in their own category. For example, windows and doors are constructed with ‘masses of light’, figures at the beach wear undulating sea waves as skirt, and lovers and friends share conjoined limbs. Often natural elements such as the sun and the sky serve as props for human figures. In ‘Page Hunk’, a woman reading a romance novel has facial features reflecting the storyline and its protagonist.

There are instances of historical symbolism as in ‘Pick of Cactus’ where a book holding professor plucks cactus flowers from topmost shoots, outside the university garden periphery. Accompanying verse resonates with reference to the outcast struggling for social justice and pumping flowery fists. In ‘Paper Boat Nina’, evening takes the form of a girl, her red top standing for the sky and gray skirt with a paper boat representing the sea.

Yufism and its compositional principles have evolved over a decade. The same lead to a new class of imagery. Not prescribing an aesthetic style, they are agnostic to it. A vaild analogy would be of architectural blue prints upon which different looking houses may be built. The initial series  of paintings employ largely geometric shapes for easier explication but following works have an organic character. Yufist principles are designed for other artists too, giving them a wider significance.

Careful analysis of works reveal surprising ideation. ‘Choral Rain’ depicts a dancing girl against a metropolitan skyline as a storm picks up. Windows pour light and highrises flex, demonstrating ‘transposable behaviour’, a key Yufist tenet. Water beads arrange themselves at the girl’s feet in a necklace pattern making the rain ornamental. In ‘Wheat Field Mynah’ paying homage to Van Gogh, the sky is structured into blocks upon which clouds rest.

Senior artists and audiences in other cities have endorsed the new approach resoundingly. Vani Mangathil in Bangalore opined ‘Yufism is a completely new, innovative approach and an inspiring visual language. It presents a fresh vision that deserves to be understood and explored.’ Abstract artist Jagan felt depictions are ‘coming out naturally well… there is a lot of grammar and vibrations and no noise. Phenomenal!’. Young women, especially from fashion academies and colleges, gathered around ‘Freely’ with its uber contemporary saree, ‘Triangulator’ etc, feeling in lock step with the self-defining attitudes and couture.

Audiences seeking Indian cultural edge, will have cause to cheer the displays.

From: 30th July to 8th August 2025

YUN BHI

Solo Show of Paintings

VENUE:

VESAVAR ART GALLERY

MG Pune Central 2422, General Thimayya Road,

Pune – 411001

Contact: +91 9845956328

https://istarah.art

Time: 11am to 7pm

Amitabh Ashesh Paints YUN BHI In Vesavar Art Gallery, Pune I 30th July To 8th August 2025

EXPOPEDIA Presents AMALGAMATION -13 An Exhibition Of Paintings & Sculptures By 35 Contemporary, Renowned Artists In Visual Arts Gallery...

24^th to 30^th June 2025

EXPOPEDIA Presents

“Amalgamation -13”

An Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures

VENUE:

Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre

Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003

Contact: +91 9819511124

Timing: 11am to 8pm.

EXPOPEDIA is proud to present Amalgamation-13, an exquisite exhibition featuring a blend of paintings and sculptures that promise to captivate art lovers and collectors alike.

This exhibition was inaugurated on 24th June 2025 by Honorable Chief Guest, Mr. Dinesh Sinha, Executive Director of Byword Books Pvt. Ltd. and Incharge of Ratna Books Ratna Translation Series), Guests of Honor, Mr Suneel Dang, Renowned Journalist & Media Mogul, Ms. Sheela Bhatt, Renowned Journalist, Mr. Praveen Upadhye, Artist and Director of Pioneer Art Gallery, Mr. Prakash Bal Joshi, a celebrated artist and author.

Mr. Vinod Tawde is an Indian politician from Maharashtra and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) visited this exhibition on 25^th June 2025.

This show is curated by Aparimita Sapru

The exhibition will remain open to the public from 25th to 30th June 2025, with viewing hours from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily at the Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. Located near the Airforce Bal Bharati School, the gallery offers a spacious and vibrant environment for the display of such significant works of art.  This exhibition showcases a diverse range of art forms by all 35  participating artists. It features landscapes such as Ganga Ghat, abstract works, sculptures, Landscapes, abstracts, monuments, religious, Indian culture and other modern art styles. Art enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of artistic expressions all in one place, making it a true visual treat for lovers of art.

Participating Artists:

Prakash Bal Joshi, Prof. Prakash Bhise, Sikandar Mulla, Ratan Saha, Ashif Hossain, Ajit Deswandikar, Bhavesh Patel, Mamta Malhotra, Nawal Kishore, Vijaya Ved, Sadaf Beg, Dinesh Ram,  Satish R. Gaikwad, Suresh Laxman Gosavi, Maya Menon, Kadambari Mehta, Ragini Rajendra Sinkar, Rajshree Patange, Rakhee Shah, Bhavya Ramakrishnan, Sanjeeta Ahmed, Shaivi Janak Shah, Uttara Samant, Rajul Mody, Pooja Nitin Goud, Alka Pandey, Dr. Ishita Purkayastha Biswas, Poonam Chopra, Bhavini Mayur Golwala, Uma Krishnamoorthy, Dipayan Ghosh, Jayendra Gohil, Rajeev Kapdee, Anisha Gupta, Maithillee Zaveri.

EXPOPEDIA Presents AMALGAMATION -13 An Exhibition Of Paintings & Sculptures By 35 Contemporary, Renowned Artists In Visual Arts Gallery

AAFT Celebrates Convocation Of Its 124th Batch At Marwah Studios...

Noida, India, 10th June, 2025 – The Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) marked a significant milestone with the grand convocation ceremony of its 124th batch at Marwah Studios. The event was graced by the dynamic Founder-President, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, whose heartfelt address stirred emotions and ignited inspiration among the graduating students.

In a powerful and emotionally charged speech, Dr. Marwah emphasized the values that have been the bedrock of AAFT’s success — trust, hard work, and continuous learning. “We are proud to say that today, AAFT ranks among the top five film schools in the world, and in three categories, we are number one,” he declared confidently. “We hold records for the highest number of student-led film productions, the most cultural and educational events hosted, and we continue to be the most economical film school globally in terms of our comprehensive, industry-aligned curriculum.”

Highlighting 32 years of relentless dedication to education, Dr. Marwah called the 124th convocation a testament to AAFT’s commitment to nation-building through creative education. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, management, and administration for their unwavering support and contribution to the institution’s global stature.

“AAFT is not just an institution — it is a global brand in creative education, proudly representing the cultural values of over 90 countries that have nominated us as their cultural representatives,” Dr. Marwah added.

The ceremony witnessed the presence of key academic and administrative leaders including directors, deans, heads of departments, and faculty members, who joined in honoring the graduating students. A total of 165 students were awarded the prestigious Diploma of AAFT across various disciplines such as: Film & TV Production and Direction, Editing and Sound Recording, Camera and Lighting Techniques, Acting and Presentation, Still Photography, Bakery and Culinary Arts, Fashion and Makeup, Music and Singing and Digital Marketing.

This convocation not only marked the culmination of rigorous training and creative exploration but also celebrated the beginning of new journeys for the students stepping into the global media and creative industries.

AAFT continues to lead as a pioneer in media education, nurturing talent and shaping future leaders in the creative world. The institution remains committed to providing world-class training while promoting cross-cultural exchange and innovation.

AAFT Celebrates Convocation Of Its 124th Batch At Marwah Studios

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform For Painting Presented At The Jehangir Art Gallery...

10 – 16 June 2025

“Y Ū N  B H Ī “

So too…

Solo Show of Paintings

By

Renowned artist Amitabh Ashesh

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda,

Mumbai 400001

11am to 7pm

https://istarah.art

+91 98459 56328

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform for Painting presented at the Jehangir Art Gallery

Acclaimed artist Amitabh Ashesh’s innovative art exhibition titled “Yun Bhi” is being held at the Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda. The exhibition will be open to the public from June 10 to June 16, 2025.

In this exhibition, Amitabh presents prototypical art based on conceptual tenets of Yufism. A former student of the art department at Stanford University, Amitabh has trained under modern masters, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative Movement.

‘Yufism’ reimagines the visible, the invisible, and the affective, imbuing them with new characteristics. For example, raindrops become strings of beads, ocean waves resemble skirts, and windows transform into structures of light. Developed over a decade, Amitabh’s unique experiments seek to introduce a new visual logic and a conceptual tool set of wide applicability.

Amitabh’s paintings carry the imprint of his personal experiences—swimming, tennis, gardening, and friendships across different cultures. Each painting has a titular poem inviting access through a literary lens. His subjects include scenes such as the bustling Brigade Road of Bengaluru, plants in rain and feeding of street dogs.

According to senior artist Vanidas Mangathil, “Yufism is a completely new, innovative, and inspiring visual language. It presents a fresh vision that deserves to be understood and explored.”

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform For Painting Presented At The Jehangir Art Gallery

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform For Painting Presented At The Jehangir Art Gallery...

10 – 16 June 2025

“Y Ū N  B H Ī “

So too…

Solo Show of Paintings

By

Renowned artist Amitabh Ashesh

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda,

Mumbai 400001

11am to 7pm

https://istarah.art

+91 98459 56328

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform for Painting presented at the Jehangir Art Gallery

Acclaimed artist Amitabh Ashesh’s innovative art exhibition titled “Yun Bhi” is being held at the Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda. The exhibition will be open to the public from June 10 to June 16, 2025.

In this exhibition, Amitabh presents prototypical art based on conceptual tenets of Yufism. A former student of the art department at Stanford University, Amitabh has trained under modern masters, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative Movement.

‘Yufism’ reimagines the visible, the invisible, and the affective, imbuing them with new characteristics. For example, raindrops become strings of beads, ocean waves resemble skirts, and windows transform into structures of light. Developed over a decade, Amitabh’s unique experiments seek to introduce a new visual logic and a conceptual tool set of wide applicability.

Amitabh’s paintings carry the imprint of his personal experiences—swimming, tennis, gardening, and friendships across different cultures. Each painting has a titular poem inviting access through a literary lens. His subjects include scenes such as the bustling Brigade Road of Bengaluru, plants in rain and feeding of street dogs.

According to senior artist Vanidas Mangathil, “Yufism is a completely new, innovative, and inspiring visual language. It presents a fresh vision that deserves to be understood and explored.”

Amitabh Ashesh’s ‘Yufism’ – A New Compositional Platform For Painting Presented At The Jehangir Art Gallery

“INCREDIBLE LIFE STYLE OF INDIAN BABUMOSHAI” Solo Show Of Paintings By Pintu Paul At Jehangir Art Gallery...

From: 27^th May to 2^nd June 2025

“INCREDIBLE LIFE STYLE OF INDIAN BABUMOSHAI”

Solo Show of Paintings

By

Renowned artist Pintu Paul

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road,

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001

Contact: 11am to 7pm.

Contact: 09830361795

About This Exhibition  

Characterised by “gentle” characteristics and western education the rise of Bhadralok in the 19th century reflected changes in the nature of Bengali identity and subjectively. The colonial experience led to concern of Bengal elite to define for themselves a social class that would delineate their nobility and shape a new code of acceptance The “Babu” were associated with this new class of Bengalis eager to adopt Western manners and learn that they formed the bulk the workforce needed the cosmopolitan enclave of Calcutta Babumoshai enjoyed a style of life in common and was conscious of Its existence as a class organised to further its ends. The prototype Babu was one whose attire was a variety of English and Indian, claiming to be taught English and flaunting his status in society. The title “Babumoshai was added as a prefix or suffix to a person’s name to recognize (wealthy) Indians who had provided service and assistance to the British in establishing their commercial and political base in India. Raja Nabakrishna Deb of Sobhabazar Rajbari was first known ‘Babu’ from Calcutta. The rise of Bengali Babu(or Babumoshai) as a social class was mainly due to trade and Enterprise in British colonial Bengal.

Post 1857, we witnessed a change in the way these Babus were represented in popular domains. The young Bengali babu was presented as a cartoon character, a ridiculous fusion of East and West, wearing a Dhoti, coat and hat, wearing a monocle, carrying an umbrella and smoking a cigar. I tried to depict their lifestyle in this exhibition.

About My Art

After meditative perseverance of more than two decade I the Kolkata based artist Pintu Paul has been able to arrive at a goal. I was striving for to devise an indigenous identity of my painting. My figurative forms now display dominance of linearity with a sobriety of folk tranquillity where the wisdom of neo- Indian style is transcended into post-1940-s modernistic approach of our art. In the mean time since the beginning we of twenty-first century I traversed through various forms like naturalism, realism, expressionism and different kinds of folk. All these tracks have lead me to this original expression I was striving for, very much akin to my own personality.

In my present forms I amalgamates various nuances of Indigenous folk tradition, the meditative inwardness of Indian classical sensibility.

The fantasy-oriented technique of transformation of human figures from naturalism towards an expressionist sobriety based on western modernistic formal orientation. Through synthesis of all this elements, local and global I posits a benign, lyrical, witty, pleasant and colourful exposition of life, where indigenous traditional identity plays a dominant role.

The subject of my paintings and drawings are mostly figurative. In the present series I works with Indian social life.

Pintu Paul – Artist

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Oxz54o9z-hU

“INCREDIBLE LIFE STYLE OF INDIAN BABUMOSHAI” Solo Show Of Paintings By Pintu Paul At Jehangir Art Gallery