Light and Shadows: An Artistic Dialogue of India's Heritage and Modernity

The 'Light and Shadows' exhibition at Alliance Francaise, curated by Preeti Harit, showcases architect-turned-painter Ashwani Kumar's exploration of India's evolving landscapes through watercolours and oil paintings. The exhibit juxtaposes ancient monuments with modern structures, capturing the interplay of tradition and modernity.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 23-08-2024 13:48 IST | Created: 23-08-2024 13:48 IST
Light and Shadows: An Artistic Dialogue of India's Heritage and Modernity
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The 'Light and Shadows' exhibition, now showing at Alliance Francaise, delves into the dynamic transformation of India's rural and urban environments through the artistry of Ashwani Kumar, an architect-turned-painter.

Curated by Preeti Harit, the three-day exhibition narrates India's cultural evolution with Kumar's watercolours and oil paintings. These artworks depict the coexistence of ancient monuments and contemporary structures, highlighting the harmony and contrasts between the past and present.

Kumar's use of light and shadow creates a visual dialogue, illustrating the nation's heritage and its ongoing journey towards modernity. The exhibition runs until August 25 and serves as a tribute to the resilience and beauty of India's cultural legacy.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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