Gulistan – A Solo Art Exhibition

“Gulistan” by Gopa Trivedi is a solo art exhibition showcasing a series of 128 stunning paintings arranged in the Mughal char bagh format. This exhibition explores the intricate relationship between botanical species, hybrid creatures, and colonial history through a contemporary lens. These artworks vividly portray plants brought to India centuries ago via ancient trade routes and colonial influence.

Key Themes of Gopa Trivedi’s “Gulistan”

• Botanical Exploration: Gopa’s works draw inspiration from the 18th and 19th-century botanical gardens, transforming delicate natural forms into symbolic narratives.
• Colonial History & Politics: The exhibition delves into how foreign plants and species, once political tools, have become part of India’s cultural and historical landscape.
• Kampani Kalam Technique: The intricate painting style adds layers of meaning, questioning historical truths and reimagining historical myths.
• Pliny the Elder’s Influence: A reference to Naturalis Historia, Gopa explores Pliny’s fantastical descriptions of India, which reflect oriental prejudices and othering.

Featured Art Series: Monsters of Our Making

In this captivating series, Gopa Trivedi creates fantastical creatures combining human, plant, and animal forms. These hybrids challenge the notion of truth and fiction, blending reality with imagination in a way that highlights the blurred boundaries between belonging and otherness.

About the Artist: Gopa Trivedi

Born in Lucknow in 1987, Gopa Trivedi holds a BFA and MFA in Painting from MSU, Baroda. Her work intricately weaves together personal and shared cultural narratives, exploring themes of nature, mythology, history, and transformation. Gopa’s paintings have been showcased in renowned exhibitions across India and internationally, including Art Dubai, Art SG, and the India Art Fair.

About LATITUDE 28

Since 2010, LATITUDE 28 has pioneered contemporary art practices in South Asia, fostering critical dialogue and supporting emerging artists. Directed by Bhavna Kakar, LATITUDE 28 focuses on curatorial projects at the intersection of art history and socio-political context.

Event Highlights

• Gopa Trivedi’s Magnum Opus: Over 100 paintings exploring nature, politics, and mythology.
• Venue: Shridharani Gallery, a renowned hub for contemporary art in New Delhi.
• Cultural Significance: Engage with themes that connect history, imperialism, and the natural world through art.

Don’t miss this extraordinary art exhibition in New Delhi!
Join us at Shridharani Gallery on 22nd October 2024 for an exclusive preview of Gulistan.

Exhibition Dates: 22nd – 28th October 2024
Timings: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Open Monday – Saturday
Venue:     , Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi