Art Vanguards of Rajasthan – Rasa Panchaka

Art Vanguards of Rajasthan – Rasa Panchaka – The art exhibition brings together five artists—Shail Choyal, Ankit Patel, Purna Chandra Kishan, Dharmendra Rathore, and Chandra Shekhar Sain—whose works reflect different perspectives rooted in tradition, memory, and lived experience. The idea of “Rasa Panchaka” draws from five distinct artistic expressions, each exploring a unique emotional and cultural essence.

Shail Choyal reinterprets the structure and detailing of Rajasthani miniature painting in a contemporary format. Ankit Patel’s sculptures are shaped by memories of rural life, capturing everyday moments and personal journeys.

Purna Chandra Kishan’s paintings explore the relationship between Nari and Prakriti, often presenting them as interconnected forms, while also reflecting on environmental concerns through calm, layered landscapes. Dharmendra Rathore’s work draws from mythology and philosophical traditions, including Buddhist thought, to create narratives that connect past and present.

Chandra Shekhar Sain works across terracotta and painting, combining elements of Rajasthani folk traditions with contemporary themes, focusing on rural life, culture, and human emotion. Together, the exhibition presents a mix of practices that engage with tradition while responding to contemporary ideas.

Art Vanguards of Rajasthan – Rasa Panchaka, curated by Nikhat Ansari, will be held from 24th to 30th April 2026 at the Visual Art Gallery, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The exhibition opens on 24th April at 5:00 PM and will remain on view daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.