In Mahua Ray's canvases, the women do not look at the viewer. Their faces are often not visible, and despite being in the presence of a crowd, they are absorbed within themselves. It is as if they are engrossed in their own mystery and charm, becoming their own muse. This alienation of her women is reminiscent of Amrita Sher-Gil's distant women. However, unlike Sher-Gil's women, who remain hidden behind a cloud of abject sorrow, Mahua's women celebrate their existence in a shadowy glow of enigma.
unlike Sher-Gil's women, who remain hidden behind a cloud of abject sorrow, Mahua's women celebrate their existence in a shadowy glow of enigma
The Nehru Centre Art Gallery, Mumbai, will host a captivating solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Mahua Ray, titled "Ana’s... Spring Forth" between 3rd to 9th December '24. This art walk promises to immerse visitors in a symphony of memory, emotion, and imagination through Mahua's mesmerizing paintings and sculptures.
Mahua Ray's artistic journey began in her childhood, tracing faces in clouds with her mother, her first muse. Guided by legendary artists like Devi Prasad Roychowdhury, Mahua's talent blossomed early, earning her numerous accolades. This exhibition showcases her growth, passion, and dedication to storytelling through art.
Visitors will step into a sanctuary where art whispers the unspoken. Mahua's fluid strokes and vibrant hues bring moments, memories, and emotions to life, blending logic with profound emotional depth. Her latest series of oil paintings and bronze sculptures offers a poetic exploration of human emotions, capturing their fleeting yet eternal essence.
Mahua Ray is a celebrated artist with prestigious national and international awards. Her works have been exhibited in galleries across Bangalore, Mumbai, New York, Canada, Dubai, Goa, Delhi, Paris, London, Ahmedabad, and beyond, earning widespread acclaim. Her art, cherished by prominent collectors, blends impressionist elegance with philosophical depth.
In this exhibition, Mahua transforms innocent clouds and their hidden stories into vibrant narratives. Her graceful curves and dynamic expressions capture the vitality of feminine forms and the power of human emotions. Each piece invites the audience to experience life’s beauty through her imaginative lens.
"Ana’s Spring Forth" is more than an art showcase—it is an emotional journey, a beacon of inspiration, and a celebration of creativity. Mahua Ray's work invites viewers to see the world anew, find beauty in life’s fleeting moments, and connect with the emotions that bind us all.
This exhibition is unmissable.
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