13 June 2024/

SUNAYANA MALHOTRA’S SOLO EXHIBITION – ĀNANDA

ĀNANDA – Solo Exhibition of renowned artist Sunayana Malhotra that delves into themes of happiness, spiritual depth and the human psyche through vibrant lotus- themed paintings at Visual Art Gallery India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road from 27th June to 30th June 2024.

PREVIEW ON MONDAY/ 27 JUNE 2024 /5.00 PM ONWARDS

“For Sunayana Malhotra, ‘Ānanda’ is more than a concept; it is a transformative journey of the soul through spiritual practice. Her artistic language explores life’s fragility and resilience, guiding viewers through the intricate layers of the human psyche and the vast cosmos. Her work delves into identity, perception, reality and dreams, revealing how these elements are shaped by intrinsic attributes and the ever-changing external environment.

Sunayana’s deeply personal paintings exude mystery, with shapes and patterns emerging from layered canvases. The canvas becomes a dynamic space where forms resonate, expand and dissolve. Each layer and motif requires time to be fully appreciated, inviting viewers to uncover their own interpretations. Sunayana finds immense joy in this interactive process, believing that her role as an artist is complete once the piece is finished. The conversation then shifts to the viewer and the artwork, revealing the true beauty of her creations,” says the Curator of the show.

“To Sunayana, lotuses are more than just picturesque; they embody symbolic beauty and mythological significance. Her obsession with lotuses drives her to use every artistic tool at her disposal. Her works, dominated by vibrant hues, evoke a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature, inspired by prosperity and beauty. The transient movement in her paintings captures the dance of cosmic energies and symbols, immersing viewers in a meditative experience,” Curator added.

Sunayana Malhotra was born and brought up in Central Delhi and in her childhood she studied Hindustani Classical music, easel painting and life studies in graphite and charcoal.

She graduated in English Honours from Indraprastha College, New Delhi, art from Triveni Kala Sangam, Sri Ram Centre and spent many evenings at the Kamani Auditorium and the Lalit Kala Akademi absorbing the arts. She wrote poems, began painting passionately from 2005 onwards.

Artist Sunayana Malhotra conducted many exhibitions including at Visual art gallery, Triveni Kala Sangam, Lalit kala Akademi and more. Her paintings adorn many private collections in London, Muscat, Dubai, Virginia USA, New Zealand and Australia. The artist is associated with many leading interior designers to create works of art enhancing various homes and offices in Delhi and NCR.

“Deeply influenced by ancient Indian art in caves, temples and palaces, the artist works with brushes and palette knives, in a spontaneous overflow; scratches off and repaints on canvas resulting in half hidden figures barely visible from behind layers of paint. The forms she creates are therapeutic for the subconscious mind and fascinate with their symbolic beauty and mythological significance, as evident in her work series,” the organizers of the show welcomes all to experience the unique blend of nature, spirituality and the profound beauty of art.