Sahitya Kala Parishad, Department of Art, Culture, and Languages of the Government of NCT, Delhi, organised ‘Voice of Colors’ exhibition at Bikaner House. The event was inaugurated by Minister of Arts and Culture, Government of NCT of Delhi Saurabh Bharadwaj, underscoring the government’s dedication to fostering the arts in the capital city.
The exhibition, which started on 1 March, 2024, showcased an impressive collection of artworks curated from artists’ camps held in 2017 and 2024. It serves as a platform to honor the diverse talents and creativity of renowned artists and promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar.
Featuring celebrated artists such as Ajay Samir, Anupam Sud, Dharmendra Rathore, Gopu Gajwani, Hemraj, Jaganth Panda, Madhvi Parekh, Manisha Puskle, Mannu Parekh, Manoj Aggarwal, Milan Sharma, Ritu Kamath, Sabia, Shobha Broota, Shridhar Iyer, and Yusuf, the exhibition offered a diverse canvas of contemporary artistry.
Each artwork invited viewers on a journey of exploration and discovery into a vibrant realm of creativity and expression. Ritu Kamath’s art piece ‘The Forgiving Mother’ connects with the world. Through various mediums, she portrayed nature as an unwavering, nurturing force, symbolizing resilience. This collection prompts reflection on our environmental responsibility amidst challenges like climate change. One piece, ‘Verdant Verses,’ showcased at the ‘Voice of Colours’ artist camp, highlights nature’s resilience against obstacles, urging social change. In Sabia’s art piece, nature plays a pivotal role in her artistic journey, serving as a constant wellspring of inspiration. Her work serves as a tribute to the beauty of nature and delves into the intricate bond between nature and women. Art lovers also got to witness renowned contemporary artist Hemraj’s artwork. Through his abstract compositions, Hemraj invites viewers on a journey of self-discovery, urging them to contemplate the timeless essence of humanity, which transcends the transient nature of ideas. Each brushstroke serves as a conduit to the universal, offering a glimpse into the depths of the human soul.
Minister of Arts and Culture, Government of NCT of Delhi, Saurabh Bharadwaj, expressed his excitement, stating, “It is overwhelming to see the turnaround of the art lovers for the exhibition showcasing artwork from both the 2017 and 2024 Artist Camp. The sophistication of a civilization is assessed by how its artists and artwork are understood and empowered. It is a continuous effort of the government to support and encourage artists, whether musicians, dancers, or painters.”
Dr Monica Priyadarshini, Secretary of Sahitya Kala Parishad, echoed similar sentiments, saying, “Through this exhibition, we not only celebrated the strokes of a brush, but the myriad stories and emotions woven into each masterpiece.”