ARTEXTIC – The 18th Annual Art Exhibition by Students of The Art Studio Mumbai
“Our approach to art is about encouraging originality and letting each student find their own path. This exhibition demonstrates their ability to explore text as an art form, connecting them with a global movement in contemporary art.”
— Purnima Sampat, Director, The Art Studio Mumbai.
The Art Studio Mumbai is thrilled to present Artextic, a one-of-a-kind art exhibition that celebrates the creative interplay between visual art and text. This year’s show features the incredible work of our students and invites audiences to explore new realms of artistic expression inspired by words, letters, and language itself.
Artextic opens on November 18th and will be held at Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery, Nariman Point, Mumbai
In keeping with our tradition of unique, thought-provoking themes, Artextic brings to life a range of visual forms and linguistic elements. Our young artists, ages 4 through adult, have taken inspiration from a variety of sources, blending their artwork with text in ways that are bold, thoughtful, and imaginative
Opening Day Highlights
The opening day will feature special presentations by notable figures from the world of calligraphy and lettering art. Renowned calligrapher Shri Achyut Palav will open the exhibition with a live demonstration, offering a rare glimpse into the intricate art of letterform.
Sanjana Chatlani, known for her commercial calligraphy work, will share insights into her professional journey and her approach to bringing words to life. Interactive workshops with Sanjana and artist Ashutosh Apte will provide opportunities for all ages to get hands-on with text-inspired art, from fun calligraphy for children to abstract painting workshops using letterforms.
Exhibition Highlights and Artwork Themes
Artextic presents a dynamic collection of artwork, including:
- Endangered Animals – Capturing the beauty and importance of India’s endangered species through art that both informs and inspires.
- Visual Culture in the City – Artworks that document urban text and signage, giving new perspective to the written forms we encounter daily.
- Asemic Abstracts – Using letter forms and text as abstract art elements, challenging traditional boundaries of readability and form.
- Inner Monsters – Young artists use text and imagery to illustrate personal dialogues with their imagined “inner monsters.”
- Beloved Characters from Books – Works that bring to life favorite scenes and characters from literature, incorporating text to deepen the narrative.
Throughout the gallery, interactive installations will invite visitors to engage with the exhibition in new ways. Highlights include:
- Typewriter Installation – Visitors can type their own words to contribute to a collective poem or message.
- Shadow Letters – A playful display where light and shadow create shifting letterforms.
- Word Walls – A space where viewers can leave their own written reflections or add to a collaborative word mural.
Workshops and Interactive Programs
To deepen engagement, Artextic offers workshops for both children and adults, exploring calligraphy, painting, and creative lettering:
- Children’s Calligraphy Workshop – Sanjana Chatlani will teach young participants the basics of fun calligraphy, encouraging them to create and design their own letterforms.
- Abstract Painting Workshop – Led by Ashutosh Apte, this session for older children and adults explores the transformation of letters into abstract forms and compositions.
Opening and Celebration
The opening day of Artextic will be a celebration of the creativity that emerges when art and text meet.
Monday, November 18 2024, 4:40 pm – 7:00 pm
Show Dates and Timing
November 19 - 23 2024, 11 am - 6:30 pm
Venue
Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery,
Bajaj Bhavan, Nariman Point,
Mumbai 400021
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