Tradition Meets Modernity: The Beginning of a Cultural Renaissance
Megha Sharma’s latest series of artworks serves as a window into the rich tapestry of our culture and traditions. Through her art, she skillfully integrates elements of geometry with the physical and cultural beauty of our scientific and technological advancements, as well as our heritage buildings. The meticulous attention to detail in her pieces resembles woven art, with small strokes akin to the threads of kantha, taking on various forms.
“Sharma’s inclusion of traditional and everyday objects provides a deeper insight into our homes and culture, reflecting the stories we tell through our way of life. The magic, treasure, and happiness the artist conceives during the journey from thought process to final work can be experienced on her canvas.”
Interestingly, Geometry is employed in a layered manner, allowing viewers to delve deeper into perspectives that showcase our development from primitive ages to modern civilization. The artworks depict the collection and management of goods essential to our lives, reflecting the journey of human progress. Through depictions of slow life, including the use of sewing machines and personal spaces like mirrors, Megha offers glimpses into everyday existence.
“Through her art, she skillfully integrates elements of geometry with the physical and cultural beauty of our scientific and technological advancements, as well as our heritage buildings.”
Among motifs such as birds, sewing machine, and household items, the inclusion of Devanagari script characters stands out. These letters and numbers, whether subtly integrated or highlighted, serve to preserve a script often overlooked in contemporary culture. Additionally, they offer viewers a sense of familiarity and comfort, as individuals often have favorite numbers or characters they prefer.
“Among motifs such as birds, sewing machine, & household items, the inclusion of Devanagari script characters stands out.”
Megha’s grayscale palette imbues her abstract paintings with a sense of tranquility, providing viewers with a serene experience. Despite the rhetorical nature of her work, it avoids flatness and invites exploration. Each panel is rich with details beyond the main attractions, inviting viewers to immerse themselves fully.
“My grayscale palette imbues her abstract paintings with a sense of tranquility, providing viewers with a serene experience.”
The influence of Megha’s upbringing in Khairagarh, characterized by its red soil and unique environment, is evident in the colour schemes of her paintings. Furthermore, her artistic education under the guidance of her father, Dr. Mahesh Chandra Sharma, a renowned painter and professor, contributes to the depth and richness of her artistry.
“The beauty of slow life lies in its simplicity and authenticity. By portraying everyday objects and personal spaces, I aim to celebrate the mundane, finding profound stories in the commonplace.”
Sharma’s art represents a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, offering viewers a glimpse into the cultural tapestry of India while simultaneously paving her way as a significant figure in contemporary Indian art.
“My art represents a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, offering viewers a glimpse into the cultural tapestry of India while simultaneously paving her way as a significant figure in contemporary Indian art. “
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