Art Alive Gallery’s Newest Solo
Art Alive Gallery is opening its doors to its newest solo exhibition, Jayasri Burman: The Whisper of Water, The Song of Stars. The show will be on view from 18th January to 25th February 2025. The show will be accompanied by the release of a new publication on Burman’s body of work.
Mixed media (clay, acrylic, sand, cowrie shells, fevicol on canvas), 15 x 43 in.
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Jayasri Burman on Her Newest Solo
An ecstatic Burman notes, “The notable shift in my visual language is a result of my journey with spirituality and bhakti. The impressions that I have carried within myself since childhood have taken shape in my works; through the motif of shells and cowries evident in my recent works, I wished to explore the subtle nuances of the unconscious while remaining true to contemporary issues.”
What is Jayasri Burman’s Newest Solo About?
Jayasri Burman: The Whisper of Water, The Song of Stars invites you to an immersive journey in her enchanting universe exploring the cosmic connection of stars and water bodies, the harmony of colours, and the expanse of mystical landscapes. Her artistic odyssey is a testament to her deep connection with tradition, retold through a modern perspective that echoes the concerns of today, weaving together the colourful threads of ancient mythology, the alluring glory of nature, and the unyielding power of women. Moving beyond mere imitation of the mythologies, Jayasri infuses these age-old tales with her own experiences and the exploding desires of the unconscious from a contemporary perspective.
Collaged Mixed Media on Canvas, 18 x18 in.
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Jayasri Burman’s artworks express her mastery of various artistic techniques, and her vivid paintings, with their subtle colour gradations and intricate lines, evoke a sense of depth and volume. In this body of work, combining cowries and shells, she enhances rich cultural associations adding depth, texture, and figurative meaning to her work, connecting it to ancient traditions and cultural practices. The use of shells and cowries can be seen as a way of celebrating the beauty and diversity of the natural world. For Burman, these objects are not decorative elements but symbols of the ocean, life, and cultural heritage. The surface of her paintings exudes warmth, earthiness, and tranquillity, forging a sense of connection to the natural world through the representation of ambiguous landscapes. Representing an aesthetic shift from the earlier figurative works, this body of work presents a new direction for her visual language. The title, The Whisper of Water, the Song of Stars, captivates the mysterious nature of her works and the universes she conjures.
Pen and Ink, Water color on paper pasted on Lucubond Board, 36 x 36 in.
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Sunaina Anand on Art Alive Gallery’s Exhibition
Sunaina Anand, the Founder-Director of the gallery notes, “We are very excited to bring to the audience this landmark exhibition of Jayasri Burman where she explores a multitude of mediums including artworks with shells, river soil, and cowries among other things, pushing the boundaries of her artistic proficiency. In her new body of work, Jayasri explores themes of ecology, the power of femininity and complex narratives deeply rooted in cultural symbolism and myth while gradually moving towards a fresh creative visual language. I hope the audience will cherish this new direction of her work.”
Water colour, Pen and Ink, Charcoal on shikishi board, 16 x 12.5 in.
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About Art Alive Gallery
Founded in 2001, Art Alive Gallery is a contemporary art gallery based in New Delhi. The gallery has been committed to creating a culture of engagement between art connoisseurs, art enthusiasts and artists. It has organised shows of Indian art in London, Chicago, Palo Alto, Seoul, Dubai, Sydney, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. The gallery presents a holistic showcase of contemporary, modern and emerging art from the country through its curated exhibitions, artist talks, and retrospectives.
Pen and Ink, Charcoal, Watercolour on Paper, pasted on Lucobond board, 72 x 96 in.
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Art Alive Gallery has also ventured into publications; documenting and archiving contemporary Indian art, publishing a range of books and catalogues. The gallery aspires to build aesthetically active visual experiences, promote emerging perspectives and assist the growth of Indian art globally.
Image – Jayasri Burman’s Weeping Grace-7 (2024), Oil on Canvas, 72 x 96 in. Courtesy – Art Alive Gallery
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