Art had always been part of the Dhruvi’s jigsaw since childhood, albeit with a gradual recognition that it could be considered as a legitimate career choice. Rena did her bachelors in BFA and post graduaton in MFA though she was worried of the age old questions about job security stick to sight & sound. While her BFA program gave her a good base in many types of visual arts, as well as some art theory and history, she chalks up the broad range of skills to first-hand experience with materials. Unlike the BA, her MFA study meant for deeper exploration of genre and creative practice with mentorship, where she was encouraged to specialise and be kinder in experimentation on a personal level.
Dhruvi essentially admits there is a huge discrepancy of knowledge from the art world, getting to Financial stability post college life. The curriculum, she tells me with a on-the-one-hand hand gesture of exasperation as well as fondness for the work, does not teach very much about how to practically sustain a career in art —how to manage money or sell in the art market.
At that time Graber did simple drawings and her work has developed into complex sculptures using ceramics. Dhruvi stresses a participatory practice with the matter: “They make sculptural objects without any blueprint.” She works with this method so that she can tailor and discover a thing to its fullest. A: I found First Take through students and friends in the college. The financial freedom that accompanied her victory in the First Take 2023 grant was an especially important boon, as it allowed her to network with other artists. This grant enabled her to make it more of a social experience and also helped build relationships, leading to further professional and personal development.
Personal experience and her surroundings influence Dhruvi much more than other artists work. Adomako is so determined not to unconsciously imitate that she draws her creativity from next door. Residencies and galleries are major factors in her practice, as they offer necessary space to work in, a platform for the presentation of work and logistical support. Such platforms help artists such as Dhruvi concentrate on their craft while handling the business side of art monetisation, and personal branding.
To overcome a creative block, Dhruvi has to pull herself out to socialize and discuss art with peers. Mindless tasks like cooking and cleaning regularly clear her mind, reinvigorating her sense of play which translate into enjoyable yet mindful activities.
