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Art Alive Gallery Presents ‘Contours of Continuum

The ethereal compositions transport us to an endless and fluid landscape where we are invited to lose ourselves in contemplation…reports Asian Lite News

Art Alive Gallery in the capital is set to present ‘Contours of Continuum’, a solo show exhibiting paintings by Mumbai-based Yashwant Deshmukh from March 15 to April 5. Deshmukh is a contemporary Indian artist known for his contemplative style depicting the lack of movement or the stillness of space.

His abstract and meditative style heavily relies on symbolism and functions as a bridge between the material and the spiritual. At his latest exhibition in Art Alive, the artist invites viewers into a world of otherworldly serenity. In this realm, the boundaries between form and space dissolve, and objects take on a mystical significance as conduits for metaphysical exploration.

The ethereal compositions transport us to an endless and fluid landscape where we are invited to lose ourselves in contemplation.

Through his use of colours, textures, and arrangement, Deshmukh delves into the intricate relationship between memory, perception, and intuition, provoking the viewer to reflect on the very essence of existence. He captures the delicate nuances of life and evokes a commanding presence that impels viewers to immerse themselves in the alluring harmony of ordinary moments.

Everyday objects become the lead actors in a tranquil dance, melding their outlines with the boundless void of negative space. Every stroke of the brush is a meditation, every coat of paint a hushed secret, as Deshmukh unravels the enigma of stillness.

The artist shared: “In my work over the last two decades, I have explored the interrelation between form and space. My visual language constitutes a deeply layered palette composed of objects that are often considered mundane, rendered in speculative forms that capture their visual patterns, ambience and atmosphere. I am excited to show these works in the Capital.”

Premjish Achari, the curator added: “Through his use of colours and intricate textures, Deshmukh infuses his pieces with a palpable sense of energy and vitality. The objects in his paintings seem almost alive, their contours pulsating with movement and emotion. With an impeccable eye for detail, he captures the subtle nuances of everyday life and elevates them to a place of profound significance. It is as if every object holds within it the potential to unravel the mysteries of reality, woven together by the ether itself. Each piece serves as a powerful reminder that even amid the chaos, there exists a serene stillness that can be found by simply pausing and appreciating the world around us.”

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Dakar Biennale

Senegalese President Macky Sall (L, front) visits the China Pavilion of the Dakar Biennale of African Contemporary Art in Dakar, Senegal, May 19, 2022. The 14th Dakar Biennale of African Contemporary Art kicked off on May 19. China participated in the biennale as the guest country of honor for the first time.

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Palestinians celebrate Eid al-Fitr in West Bank city of Ramallah. A scene from Al-Manara square.

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Tourists visit the Luxor Temple in Luxor, Egypt, on April 26, 2022. Luxor, a capital of ancient Upper Egypt known as Thebes, is nowadays a famous tourist destination for the historic temple buildings and other relics.

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RIO CARNIVAL

Revellers in the carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The carnival parade, which was postponed from its original date in February due to the spread of the Omicron variant, kicked off here Wednesday evening.

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“Zimbabwe @ 42

Dancers perform during the Independence Day celebrations in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, on Monday. Zimbabwe marked its 42nd independence anniversary with President Emmerson Mnangagwa presiding over the national celebrations in the second largest city of Bulawayo, the first time in the history of the country that such celebrations have been held outside the capital Harare.

The celebrations ran under the theme: “Zimbabwe @ 42, Leaving No One and No Place Behind.

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CITY OF THOUSAND MINARETS

photo shows the Mosque of Abu al-Dhahab in Cairo, Egypt. Celebrations to mark Cairo’s designation as the “Capital of Culture in the Islamic World” in 2022 will boost cultural tourism in the Egyptian capital, which is known as “the city of a thousand minarets” for its historic mosques and landmarks, an Egyptian official has said.

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DUBAI CULTURE

The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) unveiled the results of a unique study on the performance of the emirate’s cultural and creative industries between 2018 and 2020.

The release of the study’s results follows a speech delivered by Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of Dubai Council at the World Government Summit during which she revealed statistics on the performance of the cultural and creative sectors in the emirate. Developed in partnership with the Dubai Statistics Center, the study reaffirms Dubai’s global competitiveness as a creative economy capital and a hub for creative talent.

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