Art Incept, a purpose-driven gallery based in Gurugram, is all set to mark its international debut at the London Art Fair 2025, slated to take place from January 22 to 26, 2025. Founded in November 2020, Art Incept has quickly established itself as a platform dedicated to nurturing and showcasing emerging contemporary South Asian talent in the visual arts.
For its debut, the gallery will participate in the PLATFORM 2025 Section, focusing on the theme MOTHER EARTH. The exhibition explores the importance of living in harmony with nature and fostering emotional connections with the world around us.
“Today for you, tomorrow for me is an invitation to live in harmony with Mother Earth and with each other. If we start with giving, rather than taking, everything might look different. The artists exhibiting here explore themes of the earth, nature, spirituality, and emotional connections, ultimately seeking to understand what love for all beings looks like.”, explains Becca Pelly-Fry, curator of PLATFORM 2025.
Art Incept’s presentation, titled “Songs from My Homeland – A Memoir of Life and Rituals”, showcases three talented emerging artists: Ram Dongre, Gavara Satyanarayana, and Viswanath Kuttum. The collection, curated by Virginia Damtsa, consulting curator and artist mentor in the UK, celebrates the vibrant narratives of heritage, community, and resilience deeply rooted in India.
Each of the featured artists brings a distinctive perspective. Ram Dongre explores the intersection of tradition and modernity, inspired by fading frescoes and the essence of rural landscapes. Gavara Satyanarayana uses intricate woodblock prints to depict the struggles faced by India’s agrarian communities, drawing from his personal experiences with food scarcity and inequity. Viswanath Kuttum creates textured monochromatic paintings that pay homage to tribal rituals and the fragile beauty of life in the Andaman Islands, highlighting the profound connection between land and memory.
“What makes this presentation particularly distinctive is not just its thematic resonance but also the use of unique mediums—engraved woodblocks, layered oil paintings, and innovative materials like beeswax, paraffin, and linseed oil. These elements amplify the emotional depth of the stories, transcending regional boundaries and offering universal reflections on resilience, identity, and our connection to place” shares Virginia Damtsa.
“This is our debut at the London Art Fair, and we are thrilled to bring these voices to a global audience, spotlighting narratives that are both intimate and profoundly relevant. This exhibition reflects our commitment to nurturing talent and creating pathways for South Asian artists to thrive on the world stage.” Says Gayatri Singh, Founder, Art Incept.
While this marks Art Incept’s first showcase outside India, the gallery has already made significant strides with initiatives like its Art in Residence program, organized in collaboration with the German Ambassador in India, now gearing up for its 4th edition in January 2025.
As the gallery steps onto this global platform, its debut promises to celebrate the enduring connection between art, identity, and community, spotlighting the rich cultural tapestry of South Asia.
