Artist Profile

Grey is without prejudice; it does not discriminate between object and space. Akbar Padamsee, a pioneer in modern Indian painting was born on 12th April 1928.  Recipient of many prestigious awards, including a gold medal from the Lalit Kala Academy, and the Kalidas Samman from the Madhya Pradesh government in 1997 for Plastic Arts, he

The work of the intriguing artist Remedios Varo is frequently connected to surrealism. She died on October 8, 1963, in Mexico City. She was born on December 16, 1908, in Anglès, a tiny village in Catalonia, Spain. Political upheavals, especially those caused by the Spanish Civil War and World War II, shaped Varo’s life through

American painter, illustrator, muralist, and designer Albert Herter was born in 1871 and died in 1950.  His work in various forms, such as decorative arts and impressionism, was well-known. Herter was raised in an artistic household; his mother,  Adele McGinnis Herter, was a talented painter and designer, and his father, Christian Herter, was a well-known

Senga Nengudi, a pioneering figure in the world of performance art and sculpture, continues to captivate audiences with her innovative use of materials and thematic depth. Among her acclaimed works, “Water Composition” stands out as a profound exploration of fluidity and transformation. Currently showcased at Dia Beacon, this installation offers a unique opportunity for art

Austrian playwright, poet, and painter Oskar Kokoschka is well-known for his expressionistic pieces. Kokoschka,  born in Pöchlarn, Austria, on March 1, 1886, is regarded as one of the pioneers of Austrian Expressionism. He first attended the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts before moving on to the Academy of Fine Arts. His early works were influenced