Multiple realities of diverse world

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Varying mediums with different themes and compositions are put well together in the form of an ongoing art exhibition titled “6by6” at Lalit Kala Akademi in the capital .
The exhibition boasts of young and contemporary artists including Aishwarya Sultania, Arvind Patel, Basant Bharga and Sharda Patel among others, who have used materials such as oil on canvas, wood and metal work, paper sketches and threads on cloth for the show. “Apart from paintings, installations by different artists are also a part of the exhibition,” shares Nilesh Shidhpura, the curator of the show, whose own work is also on display and deals with contemporary life and the relationship between technology and nature.
“We as human beings can neither ignore nature (existence) nor avoid using technology. Technology enhances life, whereas nature is the soul of life. The balance between the two is necessary which makes for the theme of my works,” says Sidhpura who prefers to use ceramics, casted glass, metal, wood and steel to transform his ideas into engaging visuals.
Aishwarya Sultania’s work deals with the interrelationship between subjects, text, materials, mediums and human beings in the society. “I have used text and paint to depict a sense of freedom. I sometimes like to combine poetic texts and long-lost idioms to bring that sense of connectivity with the viewers,” says Sultania about her playful yet impactful visuals.
While there seems to be no unifying theme for the exhibition, the bright colours and abstract thoughts behind the works make for an interesting viewing.
He further adds, “Even the titles of my collection draw inspiration from technology and are named Made for Each Other, 700MB, Search-now, Click Here, 700MB4L and Virtual Reality.”
Arvind Patel’s work deals with daily life objects. “Objects of everyday utility such as a spade and a knife among others consititute the main subject of my work,” shares Patel, who is a graphic designer as well as a painter.
Artist Sharda Patel’s hand embroidery is reminiscent of childhood memories.