Mentor

Nabibaksh Mansoori

Nabibaksh Mansoori

The master of exuberant paintings and narrating tales using the finest symphony of colours, Nabibakhsh Mansoori is a pioneer in the field of visual artistic expression. Looking at the world through his kaleidoscope of colour, skewed and layered imagery, his paintings draw the viewer into a different dimension. In his longing to recreate the lively colours as seen through the prism, Nabibakhsh uses his preferred medium - oil on canvas. The dramatic use of light, unconventional perspectives and bold crisp colours make his paintings distinctive in nature. Amongst numerous prestigious awards in his name, two prominent awards include the Bendre-Husain Scholarship Award by the Bombay Art Society and the Fellowship Award (visual arts) by the Ministry of Human Resources Development, Dept. of Cultures, New Delhi. With many laurels to his credit, he has also hosted various solo shows at national and international levels in the cities of Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad, New Delhi, London, etc. Highly influencing his thoughts that his brushes beautifully express on the canvas are the mesmerizing visuals of nature. From mountains and birds to phenomenons like rainbows and mirages - his art is an exemplary representation of all these myriad expressions. Assisting M.F.Husain, the Picasso of India, during his work at ‘Amdavad Ni Gufa’ and being a part of 'Painted Words', an event held to commemorate the Ahmedabad Heritage Week his work has certainly made a lasting impact on the city’s culture as well as on the nation.

Curator

Dhara Dave Vyas

Dhara Dave Vyas

Dhara's love for art and the world of colours began in her childhood, and over time, it evolved into a deep passion for the visual arts. From drawing graceful lines to working with diverse materials like clay, metal, and paper mache, she has explored various art forms. Dhara's artistic journey has not been limited to mere execution; she has also delved into the depths of Art History and Aesthetics to enrich her understanding of the creative process. With an alma mater as esteemed as the Faculty of Fine Arts at M.S.U Baroda, Dhara's knowledge of art theory has deepened and expanded her perception of life. She is fascinated by the intangible, which defies explanation and understanding, and aims to capture the essence of the unseen through her creations. Dhara's artistic vision challenges biases that cloud our perception of beauty. As a curator in Abhivyakti Edition 5, she seeks to present stories in their most authentic and unadulterated form. Come and explore the world of visual arts with Dhara Dave in Abhivyakti Edition 5.

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