'Incredible Sculptures‘ is a creative inception by Mr. Neeraj Gupta who perceives sculpting as a three- dimensional art form that involves conceiving and creating in various mediums like stone, metal and wood.
Evolved as a contemporary sculpture artist, Mr. Neeraj Gupta is yet a profound aficionado for all kinds of traditional art of sculpturing and since his passion itself is his profession, his zealous attitude brings out the very best in each work he creats.
Winner of the best sculptor award during the AIFACS art exhibition, Neeraj Gupta is a renowned Indian Sculptor. His numerous wooden, metal and marble sculptures have reinvented the scenario of sculpture art in India. We can also credit him to take Indian contemporary art to the international level. Let’s have a look at different aspects of his professional life.
Art Themes
The artworks by Neeraj aren’t restricted to a particular theme or genre. He believes in expressing his political and religious views through art. A lot of his works also revolve around fashion, literature, history, music, and other realms. If we talk about spiritual and mystical concepts, Neeraj’s Yantra Series is quite popular. Under this category, you will find famous works like the Dawn of consciousness, The Thumbprints of Nature, and Charter of Heavens. The reflection of India’s outdoor life could be observed in his famous The Great Indian Bazaar Series.
Art in Public Places
His magnificent art sculptures have adorned different regions of Delhi-NCR. You can spot artworks by Neeraj Gupta at Central Cathedral Church, Nehru Park, Nirman Bhavan, and even DRDO headquarters. Not just Delhi, his works are also available for public display in Las Vegas, Nevada and Netherlands.
Public Exhibitions
To showcase his work to art lovers, critics, and the general public, he conducts public exhibitions from time to time. One of the unique exhibitions that comprised of his works was held at India International Centre in 2016. The exhibition titled “iSculpt” was unique, as the artworks were displayed in the natural setting. The visitors witnessed numerous pieces by Neeraj that revolved around Indian mythology, among which Divine Love captured a lot of attention. Talking about his international exhibitions, his works were part of Santorini Biennale that took place in Greece in 2016.
Awards and recognitions
Neeraj Gupta was the only sculptor from India to reach the finals of Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize in 2018. His work Drifter – III, a sculpture that challenged the de-humanisation of art in the era of super-technology, was appreciated at the event. He became the first Indian sculpture artist to bag silver medal during XIth Florence Biennale. The accolade has been instrumental in the recognition of contemporary Indian art internationally. Other awards include Sahitya Kala Parishad Award during the 28th Annual Art Exhibition in 2004 and the Best sculptor award in the 77th annual art exhibition of AIFACS.
An inspiration for budding artists
His exceptional art and his successful career have inspired numerous aspiring artists. One can learn that passion for art always pays off if you are true to your work. This alumnus of the School of Planning and Architecture believes that Indian artists need not inspire from the west for creating their artworks. There are plenty of historical and cultural sites from which an artist can get inspired. The caves of Ajanta and Ellora are the motivation behind a lot of his works.
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