A new exhibition began at Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Noida, focusing on everything that could be defined in Prussian Blue. Prussian Blue could be connected to different things, including divinity, cosmology, science, mathematics, etc. The exhibition features pieces by 19 artists dedicated to exploring the colour blue in unique and captivating ways. Each artwork showcases the artist’s individuality, offering a glimpse into the uncharted territories of their inner selves. The works in the exhibition unpack various elucidations of Prussian Blue through various mediums. In addition to that, Anju Dodiya’s paintings in the collection feature formal connections with Prussian Blue Cyanotypes, woodcuts, and blueprints.
The exhibition features works across various media, including painting, sculpture, video, and installation art. Examples such as Parul Gupta’s Cyanotypes experiments in Interplay, N S Harsha’s majestic image, Andhar Bahaar, depicting an astronaut floating in the vastness of deep space, and Mithu Sen’s Tritanopia (a depiction of blindness in blue) that cleverly excludes any trace of blue, provide us with an incredible opportunity to delve into a profound comprehension of colour and its immense significance.
Dr Arshiya Lokhandwala, the curator, explains, “I specialize in organizing significant exhibitions. I create shows on new and unique topics that have yet to be done before. For instance, I have always considered looking at an artist’s artwork in different ways. Every artist has a unique way of doing things; we each think it our way. Many tests were done. This one is extra special because it’s a way for me to honour my dad, who died right before COVID-19. People often want to know how I feel about art. I always tell people I feel a solid connection to colours and try to create diverse shows. My dad liked the colour Prussian blue.
It reminded him of something personal. I found paint and other stuff that were made in the factory. It was the first colour that brought the world together. I am happy that we have an extensive exhibition featuring Prussian Blue. It is thrilling to have colours that have their own stories. That’s how the performance started. I like working with specific artists because they understand my words. The colour blue is examined in various ways.
We have samples or instances of a person and oneself. They have learned about themselves in addition to exploring space. Thinking about oneself is very important in many of the works. After that, you can observe various tests in all of the projects. In Prussian Blue’s works, there is a mix of godly beliefs, studying the universe, numbers, and scientific knowledge. We knew the trust we built would come as we expected.”
This exhibition unravels the meaning of Blue in specific ways, focusing solely on scrutinizing the essence that this pigment leaves. Discover the captivating show “Prussian Blue: A Serendipitous Color that Transformed Art’s Path”, a remarkable collection showcasing the works of nineteen visionary artists and their profound connection to the illustrious hue of Prussian Blue. This invitation is extended to the artist to explore, investigate, and engage with the colour in their own unique and individual manner. Despite being widely used in the artist’s colour palette, the true uniqueness of Prussian Blue remains relatively unknown. Furthermore, its profound connection between art and science has revolutionized the art world forever. The works make you think about everything blue and beyond our observation. The exhibition is on view from 19th September.
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