Artist of the Week is a special category that recognises and highlights the works of talented artists. Each week, new artists are featured, showcasing their unique styles, techniques, and themes. From emerging artists to established veterans, the Artist of the Week category celebrates creativity and diversity in the art world and provides a platform for artists to share their vision and voice with a wider audience.
Rivya Bakutra is a visionary artist whose work is beyond the boundaries of conventions. A keen and sensitive observer, she masterfully documents cathartic escapades, infusing her creations with a profound reflection of contemporary society. Bakutra harnesses the narrative potential of figurative painting to challenge viewers, compelling them to confront their innermost feelings. Her human figures, rendered with meticulous precision, serve as subjective portraits of the human psyche, constantly shrouded in enigmatic allure.
Bakutra’s art invites viewers to delve deep into the layers of her canvases, where each stroke and hue harbors a story waiting to be uncovered. Her works are a testament to the multi-faceted nature of the human experience, leaving ample room for interpretation. Whether exploring joy, sorrow, or the complex dance between the two, her paintings serve as mirrors reflecting the complexities of human emotions.
For Bakutra, art is not merely an aesthetic pursuit; it is a powerful force for transformation. She firmly believes that art possesses the power to mirror everyday reality, both its virtues and its vices. It can inspire, provoke, and catalyse change. With an acute sense of social responsibility, Bakutra’s thematic choices aim to awaken the audience’s consciousness. Through her art, she encourages individuals to confront crucial social issues and dismantle the boundaries that divide us. In this pursuit, she aspires to contribute to a positive transformation in society, one brushstroke at a time.
Rivya Bakutra’s work provides a window into the complexity of the human experience and challenging viewers to engage with the world around them. Her art is not merely an exploration of beauty, but a profound meditation on the human condition and its potential to bring about positive change. In a world hungry for both introspection and transformation, Bakutra’s art serves as an inspiration, guiding us toward a more empathetic and enlightened future.
Feature Image: Cappuccion by Rivya Bakutra | Courtesy: Abir Space
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