Anuradha Thakur

In my interactions, I have found tribal people to be honest, content and peaceful, and I want these qualities to stand out in a quiet, unassuming way. And I found black to be a strong colour that can reflect this; a soft black—it and not a harsh or angry black.

Anuradha Thakur

Contemporary Artist

About Artist

The women in Anuradha Thakur's portraits draw their influence from the tribal women of Adivasis wandering in the deep forests. Her vibrant and ever-so-detailed paintings are drawn into divine balance with elegant and powerful human forms that she consistently depicts with black. Anuradha Thakur spent time studying the lives of the local tribes and possesses an unconditional love for tribal lands which is evidently reflected in her work. The vibrant world of colours in her works is thanks to the inspiration she draws from the Kutch tribe. The textures in her paintings are created by thin black lines that add detail and depth. The signature use of black depicts the bold, vibrant tapestry of tribal life. She finds the tribal people honest, content and peaceful, and would want to find a way to make these qualities stand out in a subtle way; through the use of a soft black. Her works carry an earthiness, the joy of togetherness, a sense of community, and the vibrancy of simple pleasures. Her extraordinary approach to art has made her successful in taking her work to places including the United Nations and the Prime Minister’s Office.

A Glimpse into Anuradha Thakur's Art

Anuradha Thakur

A celebrated artist, she paints vibrant portraits of tribal life. Her canvases unveil ceremonies and rituals, whispering of distant lands and forgotten customs, offering a poignant glimpse into another world.

Early Inspirations

In her debut series, 'Autumn's Harmony,' she employed a stark black and white palette, which is now her unique style is a deliberate choice to confront urban audiences with a timeless vision of traditional life. Seeking to subvert the negative connotations often associated with black, she showcases its expressive power. Additionally, she also believes black necessitates precision, instilling artistic confidence.

Connection to the Natural World

Inspired by the inherent connection between tribal cultures and the natural world, she seeks to harmonize the rhythms of nature with the dissonances of the technological age. Her work becomes a conduit for tranquility, echoing the peace an artist finds in creation and offering viewers a respite from distraction. Her paintings act as repositories of experience, capturing fleeting moments and leaving a lasting, positive imprint on society.

Recognitions

Therefore, it's no surprise that this artist, wielding a unique style and possessing an absolute mastery of her chosen medium, has captivated the world. Her artistic prowess has led her to become a prominent figure in the art world, garnering numerous national awards and recognition as one of the top 100 women achievers in the art and culture category by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Notably, her painting "Ethnic Serendipity" graces the very walls of the Prime Minister's office.

Highlights And Achievements

Art Gallery Association

Test Bennet, 1970

Artist Education

G.D. (Art), A.T.D. Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya Pune

Artist Awards & Recognition

2023 6thRaja Ravi Varma Sanman at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Centre , 15 Janapath , New Delhi

2019 Women of the future awards

2019 Woman Global Award 2019

2017 American Art Award - CATEGORY 38. RELIGIOUS OR SPIRITUAL 3rd Place

2017 American Art Award -CATEGORY 15. FASHION 3rd Place - TIE ANURADHA THAKUR INDIA "Ethnic Serendipity 121" 48x48' Acrylic on canvas.

2017 American Art Award - CATEGORY 38. RELIGIOUS OR SPIRITUAL 6th Place – TIE ANURADHA THAKUR INDIA "Ethnic Serendipity 128"

2016 Punjab Art Council’s Neeraja Bhanot Award of honor for outstanding service in the field

2016 Lokmat Sakhi Sanman state level award in category Art

2016 ‘’Artist of The Year ‘’ award by We group and Punjab Lalitkala Academy , Chandigarh

2016 One among 100 Women achievers in category ART AND CULTURE in India by Ministry of Women and Child Development, New Delhi

2015 Lokmat Sakhi Gaurav Puraskar

2015 Navnitbhai Barshikar Nagarbhushan Purskar

2015 ‘’ Punjab Art Council and We group ‘’ National Award for painting, Chandigarh

2015 CVM National award for painting, Vallabhnagar, Gujarat

2014 American Art Award - CATEGORY Naive art - Human figure 3rd Place – ANURADHA THAKUR INDIA "Rhythm of the Seasons 15

2014 American Art Award - CATEGORY Naive art - Human figure 4th Place – TIE ANURADHA THAKUR INDIA "Serene Harmony 47''

2014 Ankur Sahitya Award for the book Anubhutinchya Spandanrekha

TEDx Talk- She has also delivered a Ted talk at TEDEXBITSHYDERABAD- 2016

Other Associations

Test Bennet, 1960 - 2022

Test Bennet, 1970

Artist Collections

Prime Minister Office, New Delhi

Mr. Bernard, Gallery Myriane, Paris

Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

Novotel, Hyderabad

Dr. Abhay Bang’s Institute ‘Search’

Capt. B.R. Vijayendra, Director, Ficus Pax Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore

Rajul Bodhana, ‘’Geeta International’’, Hong Kong

Larson & Toubro, Ahmednagar

Cummins College of Architecture, Pune

Wall murals for ‘Malpani Balabhavan’ Sangamner, Maharashtra

Firoza Godrej, Cymroza Art Gallery

Many other collections in India and abroad

Group Shows

2024 Taj Art Gallery , Tajmahal Palace , Mumbai , Organized By Ivana Art - Paris

2024 Ramada Hotel, Bishtapur, Jamshedpur , Organized By Ivana Art - Chandigarh

2021 ‘The Rule of Narrative’ Organized by Gnani Arts, Singapore

2015 International Roerich Memorial Trust, Naggar, Himachal

2015 Atrium Galleria, In orbit Mall, Hyderabad

2015 Novotel, Hi-tech City, Hyderabad

2014 Ninth Annual Chicago Gala, Chicago

2014 8th Annual New England Gala, Boston

2014 80th All India exhibition of Indian Academy of fine Arts, Amritsar

2012 “WAKE UP YOUR WALLS” City Centre, Sofia, Bulgaria,

2011 ‘’ FRAMES OF INDIA-2” at Pegasus Art Gallery, Hyderabad.

2011 “Canvas of India-Feb 2011” Kalanirvana Art Center. Hyderabad.

2010 “A Journey of Expressions” at State Art Gallery, Hyderabad.

2010 “A Journey of Expressions” at Chitrakala Parishad and Abstract Art Gallery, Bangalore.

2010 “Amalgamation” at Kala Academy, Goa.

2007 “Different Palettes” at Art Entrance, Mumbai.

2007 “India art Gallery” & “Art2day Gallery”, Pune.

2006 “Colours Of Life” at Cymroza Art Gallery, Mumbai.

2006 “Art for Water, Water for Life” at Cymroza Art Gallery, Mumbai.

2006 “Symphony” at Lakshana Art Gallery, Hyderabad.

2004 “Black & White, White & Black” at Cymroza Art Gallery, Mumbai.

Solo Shows

2023 'Ethnic Tunes' at Raja Ravi Varma Gallery, Pune - Sofia, Bulgaria

2023 'Ethnic Tunes' at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai - Hyderabad

2022 Serene Ecstasy´ at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

2019 Song of Ethereal Lands’’, Varija Art Gallery, Dakshinchitra, Chennai

2019 ‘’Folk Roots’’ at Art2Day Gallery, Pune

2019 ‘’Song of Ethereal Lands’’, Aurodhan Art Gallery, Pondichery

2019 ''Symphonies of Ethereal Realms'' at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

2018 ‘’ COLORS….THE APPLIQUE OF RHYTHM’’ at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

2017 ‘’ UNTOUCHED HUES ‘’ at Let Art Work Gallery, Pune

2017 ‘’ INNATE FOLKLORE’’ at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

2016 ‘’ UNTOUCHED HUES ‘’ at Lassya Art Gallery, Palo Alto, California

2016 ‘’ INNATE FOLKLORE’’ at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai

2015 ‘’ETHNIC SERENDIPITY’’ at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad

2015 ‘’ ETHNIC EXPEDETITION ‘’ at Punjab Lalitkala Academi, Chandigarh

2014 ‘‘RHYTHM AND HARMONY’ at Gallery Myriane, Paris

2014 ‘‘EARTHEN HARMONY’ at K T Kala Art Gallery, Amritsar

2013 ‘’REALMS OF ETHENICITY ‘, Chandigarh

2013 ‘’ Ethnic Serendipity’’, Novotel, Hyderabad

2013 ‘’SERENE HARMONY’’ at India International Centre, New Delhi

2013 ‘’Traditional Beats’’ at Novotel, Hyderabad

2012 ‘’Traditional Beats’’ at Lalitkala Academy, Delhi

2012 ‘’ Transcending Rhythm’’ at Art2 day Gallery, Hyatt Regency, Pune

2012 ‘’SERENE HARMONY’’ at Novotel airport, Hyderabad.

2012 “RHYTHMIC LIFE”Art2Day Gallery, Pune,

2011 “Transcending Rhythm” at Beyond Coffee, Hyderabad.

2011 “Rhythm Within” at Amdavadni Gufa, Ahemadabad.

2010 “Rhythm Of The Seasons” at Gallerie Leela, Mumbai.

2010 “Rhythm Of The Seasons” at The Corner House, Hyderabad.

2009 “Festive Rhythm” at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai.

2009 “Festive Rhythm” at Indiaart Gallery, Pune

2007 “Celebration of Life” at Art2day Gallery, Pune

2006 “Music of Life’’ at India art Gallery, Pune

2005 “Music of Life” at Lakshana Art Gallery, Bangalore.

2003 “Autumn’s Harmony” at SUN & SAND, Pune

Art Camps

2014 - International Art Festival - Jaipur

2009 - National Artist’s camp - Karnataka

National Art Festival at Gangtok, Sikkim. Organized by Lalitkala Academy, New Delhi - Sikkim

2008 - International Artist’s Camp Mystic Village - Pune

2007 - National Artist’s Camp - Pune

2006 - “Women for Women-Healing Brushstrokes”

An Art Camp involving 25 women artists from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, South Africa & Sri Lanka.

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About Artist

A Glimpse into Anuradha Thakur's Art

Anuradha Thakur

Early Inspirations

Work with the Tribes

Travels across India

Connection to the Natural World

Recognitions

Highlights And Achievements

Art Gallery Association

Artist Education

Artist Awards & Recognition

Other Associations

Artist Collections

Group Shows

Solo Shows

Art Camps

Sold Artworks

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