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New concepts in Rajasthani paintings
With modernisation penetrating every walk of life, the field of art is no exception. And when it comes to the traditional Rajasthani paintings, then the art patrons would definitely enjoy the new concepts witnessed in the paintings displayed at Mahatma Gandhi Art Gallery of North Central Zone Cultural Centre here.
With modernisation penetrating every walk of life, the field of art is no exception. And when it comes to the traditional Rajasthani paintings, then the art patrons would definitely enjoy the new concepts witnessed in the paintings displayed at Mahatma Gandhi Art Gallery of North Central Zone Cultural Centre here.
Radha offering a cup of tea to Lord Krishna who is shown playing the flute is just one of the examples of few other creations following suit. Bringing in indeed a sort of freshness to the old ideas is what has been attempted by the artists of Rajasthan. The 29 paintings displayed at the gallery are the joint efforts of Jawahar Kala Kendra, Rajasthan and NCZCC.
Another creation is a beautiful blend of modern and traditional ideas in which a girl clad in Western dress has been shown hiding her face from the powerful winds. The background depicts the houses decorated with customary Rajasthani paintings.
There is also a collage. A creation inviting special attention is the one in which the entire surrounding has been shadowed with the beauty of peacock, specially the colour of the bird which seems to engulf the entire surrounding.
Another striking feature of the creations is the use of 'dohas' in the paintings to supplement the scene.
The traditional ones are, however, quite appealing. A scene from 'Malvikagnimitram' has been made with all the details having given special significance. The delicate lines have been used for the outlines.
Samdar Singh Khangarot 'Sagar' name is always above others when it comes to rock colour painting. His creation of a beautiful woman drying her hair is an exquisite piece of art. Another artist Surjit Kaur has done justice to the facial expressions of a Rajasthani royal family with the full details of their attire and jewellery.
The paintings by Deepak Bhardwaj and Shanker Sharma were also based on modern art. Altogether there is variety for the art patrons being offered at the exhibition which will stay till February 1.
