Affordable Art Show back in Bengaluru this weekend

Over the past few years, Baro Art has made a name for itself with its eclectic collection of art works from around the country. Curated by Srila Chatterjee, founder of Mumbai-based Baro Art, the event titled Affordable Art Show, is not only a platform for artists around the country, but is also a showcase of diverse art forms.

According to Srila, this edition of the Affordable Art Show titled, India in Nature: Traditions and Transformations, will include traditional, tribal and contemporary work, as well as watercolour images of Bengaluru. “The idea behind this show is to democratise art. Since many people are intimidated by art galleries, events such as these help them feel comfortable viewing works in such a setting,” says Srila, adding that a wide variety of art under one roof adds to the experience.

In keeping with their ethos, the works at Baro’s Affordable Art Show range from ₹3000 to ₹3 lakh, making it an interesting proposition irrespective of the depth of one’s pockets.

“We believe in giving people access to joy. Art should speak to you and with that in mind we present the largest possible array of works so there something for everyone,” says Srila.

Team members from Baro will be present at the event to discuss the works on display with visitors, educating them about traditional Indian art forms as well as contemporary works. They would also aid first-time buyers should they require assistance with regard to certification or the aesthetics of the piece in their homes.

Srila continues, “The early 2000s saw the rise of a trend where people saw art as an investment, spending a lot of money in the hopes it would be profitable at a later date. We want to showcase the many kinds of art that exists in the hopes that it will forge a connect between the eyes and the heart. And hopefully, this exhilaration will lead people into doing a deep-dive into art that excites them.”

The upcoming show will feature art forms from across India, including the Thangka and Buddhist art of Ladakh, Phad and Pichwai from Rajasthan, Shola craft and Kalighat from Bengal, pieces in Gond, Warli and Bhil, as well as Sohrai paintings from Jharkhand and art forms from South India.

India in Nature will see works by around 40 artists with over 100 framed works mounted on the walls and 500 pieces on paper and cloth displayed on tables, apart from works on other media such as lenticular prints, mirrors, mixed-media woodwork, and photographs.

The Affordable Art Show will be held at Bangalore International Centre from September 5, 11am till September 7, 7pm. Entry free.