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Dharshana Bajaj
editDharshana Bajaj (Indian; born 7 September 1973) a Chennai-based contemporary visual artist, is known for creating landscapes and conceptual artworks on the theme of Living in Harmony with Nature.[1][2][3]
Inclined toward art since she was a child, Dharshana acquired her Master’s in the History of Fine Arts from Stella Maris College, Chennai, in 1996.[4][5] But it wasn't until years later that she decided to follow her passion and become an artist.[5] “I spent several years after college trying to fit into, first, the world of advertising as a copywriter, then as an interior designer, before finally accepting my calling to be an artist in 2003,” admits the artist.[5]
Largely self-taught, Dharshana’s art encompasses varied styles and expressions, ranging from the realistic to the abstract.[6][7][8] However, the common element in all her paintings is her love for color and Nature, guided by a slow and organic process of evolution.[7][9] Although the artist experiments with other mediums like watercolors, pencil drawings, and digital art, oil paints on canvas remain her preferred medium.[5]
Inspired by the Indian philosophy of Advaita, her love for Nature, her time spent meditating, and the theories of Quantum Physics, Dharshana harmonizes finite and infinite elements in her art.[10][9] Her works reflect a deep connection with nature, emphasizing its feminine creative force and the oneness of all creation.[7][11] Through her paintings, the artist aims to draw attention to the beauty of Nature, environmental issues, and the importance of "reconnecting" with and bonding with nature.[1][3]
Dharshana believes that when each of us wakes up to the truth that we are not “apart” from Nature, but “a part” of it, we will start making better choices collectively.[12] [13] “Spend as much time in Nature as you can and love her more. For she is you,” believes the artist. [14] This is also the premise of her recently published book Gaia’s Own: Every Child’s Guide To Living In Harmony With Nature.[15][14] As in her art, in this book too, readers will find an amalgamation of spirituality, science, and art.[8][13] Dharshana is also an editor.[3]
References
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- ^ Jain, Rupam (2024-07-04). "'Finite verus Infinite addresses as well as questions the core of our existence". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b c MyTimes, Team (2020-05-05). "MYLAPORE TIMES - Artist Darshana posts her paintings on Facebook page. To keep people positive". MYLAPORE TIMES. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ "About the Artist". Dharshana Bajaj. 2022-05-30. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b c d Chawla, Saumya (2016-12-10). "From 'faith' to 'subtle truths' via canvas". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ MyTimes, Team (2020-02-11). "MYLAPORE TIMES - Artist Darshana Bajaj invites you home this Saturday to see her artworks". MYLAPORE TIMES. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b c YABALURI, DR PRIYA (7 October 2023). WORLD ART (Edition 6): ENCYCLOPEDIA OF INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS. India: Clever Fox Publishing. pp. 51 to 58. ISBN 978-9356484139.
- ^ a b archive, From our online (2012-05-15). "Voices of the mind". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b "E-Catalogue_Finite Versus Infinite.pdf". Google Docs. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ MyTimes, Team (2022-08-13). "MYLAPORE TIMES - Artist Dharshana Bajaj releases her book". MYLAPORE TIMES. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ Staff, Cscope (2022-02-22). "Living In Harmony With Nature, Art Exhibition by Dharshana Bajaj". Caleidoscope | Indian Culture, Heritage. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ Staff, Cscope (2022-08-24). "Artist Dharshana Bajaj's New Book "Gaia's Own" Connects Kids with Nature". Caleidoscope | Indian Culture, Heritage. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b Hones, Julia (2022-09-05). "Gaia's Own: Every Child's Guide to Living in Harmony with Nature". My Writing Life. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b Bajaj, Dharshana. Gaia's Own: Every Child's Guide To Living In Harmony With Nature. ASIN B0B85M8D7F. ISBN 978-9356863821.
- ^ "Gaia's Own: Every Child's Guide to Living in Harmony with Nature by Dharshana Bajaj". Books Chharming. Retrieved 2024-08-24.