About Abhishek Kumar
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Education
2009 - 2013
College of Art, New Delhi
Awards
2017
North Zone Bronze Medal Award
2016
Ravi Jain Annual Fellowship Award
2012
First Award
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Event: SETU”
Dates: Jan. 5, 2024 - Jan. 10, 2024
India-Sri Lanka artist exchange exhibition at Kalasrot Art Gallery, Lucknow (2024)
Event: ART ATRIUM”
Dates: Nov. 5, 2023 - Nov. 6, 2023
curated by The Great Eastern Home at ACE TECH Goregaon, Mumbai (2023)
Event: “Arti Vi.Ve – un ponte fra Viterbo e Venezia
Dates: Sept. 5, 2022 - Sept. 29, 2022
Biennale Viterbo/Venice
Event: Small Works: The Art of Gifting
Dates: July 2, 2021 - July 22, 2021
virtual exhibition at IKOUII, Atlanta, USA
Event: BLUISH”
Dates: March 19, 2021 - March 31, 2021
a pop-up virtual exhibition at IKOUII, Atlanta, USA
Event: “Dot Dot Dash”
Dates: May 2, 2020 - June 11, 2020
virtual exhibition at Surface Gallery, Nottingham, United Kingdom (2020)
Event: The Coloured Horizon
Dates: Sept. 9, 2019 - Dec. 31, 2019
A Group Exhibition Presented by Apparao Galleries
Event: In an Artist's Mind
Dates: Sept. 9, 2019 - Oct. 31, 2019
A group Exhibition by Trinity Arts
Event: Summer Solace Exhibition
Dates: June 20, 2019 - July 17, 2019
Summer Festival
Event: The Summer Art Collection
Dates: June 1, 2019 - July 30, 2019
Lodhi Hotel
Event: CIMA Awards 2019
Dates: Feb. 2, 2019 - Feb. 23, 2019
The Kolkata Art Festival at CIMA Gallery
Event: International Postcard Show 2019
Dates: Jan. 11, 2019 - Feb. 2, 2019
Surface Gallery, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Event: "LINEAR CONTOUR"
Dates: Oct. 24, 2018 - Oct. 29, 2018
group exhibition by Vernssage Art
Event: Annual Art Exhibition by Sahitya Kala Parishad
Dates: Jan. 2, 2017 - Jan. 7, 2017
Anuual
Event: 89th Annual All India Art Exhibition
Dates: Nov. 22, 2016 - Dec. 13, 2016
ANNUAL
Event: Dhoomimal Annual Exhibition
Dates: Sept. 30, 2016 - Nov. 15, 2016
I have received Fellowship Award for Painting by Dhoomimal Gallery (2015-2016)
Event: Monsoon 2016
Dates: June 10, 2016 - July 17, 2016
Event: ART35
Dates: Jan. 22, 2016 - Jan. 24, 2016
Young Affordable Art, Mumbai.
Event: 6th All India Digital Art Exhibition
Dates: Jan. 21, 2016 - Jan. 30, 2016
AIFACS, New Delhi
Event: 8th All India Portrait Exhibition
Dates: March 1, 2015 - March 31, 2015
AIFACS, New Delhi (2015)
Event: 5th All India Digital Art Exhibition
Dates: Jan. 1, 2015 - March 21, 2016
AIFACS
Event: The Grand Trunk Show
Dates: Dec. 1, 2014 - Jan. 1, 2015
New Delhi (2014)
Event: The Grand Trunk Show
Dates: Dec. 1, 2014 - Jan. 1, 2015
at Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad (2014)
Event: The Grand Trunk Show
Dates: Dec. 1, 2014 - Jan. 1, 2015
, at The Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi (2014)
Event: Moods of Music
Dates: Dec. 1, 2013 - Jan. 1, 2014
at A.I.F,A.C.S., New Delhi . (2012)
Event: COMPETITION-2013
Dates: Aug. 1, 2013 - Sept. 1, 2013
Dhoomimal Art Gallery, Delhi
Event: 60th Annual Art Exhibition
Dates: March 4, 2013 - March 9, 2013
60th Annual Art Exhibition
Event: 59th Annual Art Exhibition
Dates: March 1, 2013 - March 20, 2012
College of Art, New Delhi
Event: ”100 Years of the City New Delhi’’
Dates: Feb. 28, 2013 - March 1, 2013
at , A.I.F,A.C.S., New Delhi (2012)
Event: WORLD BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE
Dates: Dec. 6, 2012 - March 8, 2016
by BPNI at Convention Foyer, InduHC, New Delhi (2012)
Event: KALPITATVA
Dates: June 29, 2012 - July 1, 2012
at Alliance Francaise, New Delhi (2012)
Event: VIGNETTE ARTS
Dates: June 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012
Lalit Kala, Rabindra Bhawan, New Delhi (2012)
Event: 58th Annual Art Exhibition
Dates: March 1, 2011 - March 30, 2011
College of Art, New Delhi
Event: 57th Annual Art Exhibition
Dates: March 1, 2010 - March 24, 2010
College of Art, New Delhi
Event: All India Art Festival
Dates: Dec. 1, 2009 - Jan. 1, 2010
at Art Mall, Delhi (2009)
Event: All India Art Festival
Dates: Dec. 1, 2009 - Jan. 1, 2010
at Art Mall, Delhi (2009)
Biography
As an artist, Abhishek Kumar(b.1987), my work is a testament to the transformative power of vibrant colors, bold knife techniques, and a deep connection with the natural world. Through the interplay of oils and acrylics, I embark on a creative journey that delves into the intrinsic beauty of landscapes, capturing their essence in a dance of light and color.
Inspired by the awe-inspiring wonders of nature, my artistic exploration centers around the majestic forms of mountains, the graceful elegance of trees, and the dynamic energy of waterfalls. Each series of works is a contemplative journey into the heart of these natural elements, seeking to understand and convey their profound beauty on canvas.
My creative process is a meticulous study of the intricate textures and patterns woven by nature. Observing the play of light during different moments—whether it be the fleeting impressions of the sun or the transformative hues of a sunrise or sunset—I translate these nuanced experiences into enduring artistic expressions. The result is a collection of paintings that embody the emotions and sensations inspired by the ever-shifting weather and seasons.
Central to my artistic vision is an unwavering focus on the source of light in each composition. Light, as a transformative force, shapes the atmosphere and mood of the artwork, creating a vivid interplay of shadows and highlights that breathe life into the scenes I depict. In addition to my paintings, I extend my exploration of form and texture to stoneware sculptures. With a bold application of thick, textured colors using a knife, I celebrate the vividness and richness of the landscapes that serve as my muse. Cityscapes, mountains, and the intriguing forms of trees become the primary subjects through which I express my unique visual language.
My artistic journey is a continuous experiment with distance and depth, inviting viewers to embark on a visual voyage through layers of color and texture. I aspire to convey not only the external beauty of the landscapes I explore but also the internal landscapes of emotion and experience. Each piece serves as an invitation to step into a world where color, form, and texture converge, creating a vibrant tapestry that speaks to the profound connection between art and the natural world. As I delve into the creative process, my artworks become a fusion of observation and introspection, blurring the lines between reality and inner imagination. Sunrises and sunsets, symbolic of the eternal cycle of life, hold a special place in my heart, often finding expression in my paintings as poignant reminders of the beauty and impermanence of existence.
In essence, my artworks are a harmonious symphony of colors, textures, and emotions—a representation of my deep connection with nature and a desire to share its enchantment with the world. With each stroke of the brush and each sweep of the knife, I aim to transport viewers into the captivating realm of nature, inviting them to experience its majesty and contemplate the profound interplay of light and life.
