Hauz Khas, New Delhi -- (SBWire) --05/11/2011 --The exhibition opened today in the presence of renowned dignitaries and celebrated names from the art and theatre fraternity along with other art admirers. Mr. Suresh.K.Goel (DG,ICCR) inaugurated the exhibition and appreciated the work of the artist.
The evening designed to showcase the talent and compassion of the artist, will witness the unveiling of 30 new exquisite paintings, where abstract art has been centralized around the theme of “Moksha”. Providing a reflection on her work, Artist Arshi Ahmed said, “In the extremely competitive scenario today, it is essential to find peace and solace. Art is a healer of the soul and I hope my exhibited work will turn out to be a stress buster by providing the much needed relief.”
Along with the painting, the artist has displayed an installation art, where she has painted life size musical instruments like Guitar and drums. This installation exhibits a perfect blend between between music and colours. Through this symphony, the artist has conceptualised and organized an evocative relation between the two art forms.
“I feel like a wanderer on the long pilgrimage of life, always searching for fulfillment. Art is the only medium which provides me the liberty to express my thirst for perfection. My feelings, fears, hopes and desires have one common destination called Art. For me Art is similar to a partner with whom I am in a relationship full of love and trust,” quips Arshi.
The artworks will be on display from April 29 – May 04, 2011, Time: 11 am – 6 pm, at Indian Council For Cultural Relations, Azad Bhawan, IP Estate, New Delhi 110002. After India, the exhibition will continue to enchant art lovers of London and other countries Worldwide.
About Arshi Ahmed
Holding several solo and group exhibitions in India and abroad, Arshi Ahmed is a distinguished name in the world of Art, with her vision and understanding setting her on a different platform from the rest. She has showcased her skills by curating a unique art show by bringing under one roof, the work of 93 renowned artists of Delhi in the Umbrella Show titled Romance with Umbrellas. Her work includes Reel Of Life, portraying the art of cinema on canvas, wildlife theme based Save The Jungle for Menaka Gandhi, spreading a global message Say No To Plastic Bags with a special presentation of belle dancers, Art For A Sunnier Tomorrow which brought light into the lives of many underprivileged children, Sufism on Canvas, a group show projecting devotion on canvas, One World, representing world’s first man-animal artistic adventure, Nai Umeed, an art festival celebrating art, her solo exhibition Rhythm of Colours at the Nehru Centre, London are some examples which created a furor among the art-lovers.
She holds to her credit the ambience and Bhimbetka caves creation for Surajkund Crafts Mela with Madhya Pradesh as the theme state. She also designed the ambience at Vrindavan Mahotsav for Indira Gandhi International Performing Art Centre for the Government of India.
“Arshi is indeed a wonderful artist, her work speaks volumes and I can say that she will go a long way if the similar hard work and passion prevails.”- By Satish Gujral.
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ICCR Organizes an Artistic Evening “towards Moksha” With Arshi Ahmed
Indian Council for Cultural Relations organized an art exhibition by Arshi Ahmed.