Sri Lankan Artist Chaminda Gamage’s Solo Exhibition ‘My Own Garden’ Opens at Kalaneri Art Gallery

Jaipur, October 9, 2024 – The contemporary art scene in Jaipur was invigorated by the opening of a solo exhibition by renowned Sri Lankan artist Chaminda Gamage at the prestigious Kalaneri Art Gallery. The exhibition, titled ‘My Own Garden’, was inaugurated by Somkant Sharma, General Secretary of the Hindu Spiritual and Service Fair, and Neetu Rajeshwar, RAS, Additional Director of Women Empowerment, along with ADM City Dinesh Jain, through the traditional lighting of the lamp.

The event was graced by some of Jaipur’s most prominent artists and art lovers, including Vidya Sagar Upadhyay, Vijay Sharma, Soumya Sharma, Har Shiv Sharma, Raj Kumar Chauhan, Mahesh Swami, Dr. Rita Pratap, Meenu Srivastava, Neelam Niazi, Neelu Kanwaria, Vinay Sharma, Sangeeta Singh, Gauri Shankar, and Salim. Additionally, notable social activists like Sudhir Mathur and Jugat Singh Sodha were also present to support the vibrant art community.

Curated by senior artist Vidya Sagar Upadhyay, the exhibition features Gamage’s thought-provoking and abstract works, primarily on paper and canvas. “Nature has always been Chaminda’s first love, and his creations reflect the essence of this relationship through his artistic vision,” said Upadhyay during the event.

“Exhibition Showcases Abstract and Thought-Provoking Works, Celebrating Nature as the Artist’s First Love”

Soumya Vijay Sharma, the gallery owner, highlighted the significance of this exhibition, noting, “This show, running from October 9 to October 13, 2024, has drawn significant attention in the art market, further elevating Chaminda Gamage’s reputation as a distinguished artist from Sri Lanka.”

The exhibition presents around 40 paintings along with 15 catalogs of paper-based works, offering art enthusiasts a deep dive into Gamage’s creative world. A highlight of the event was a live demonstration by the artist, held on October 10 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, where students had the opportunity to witness his artistic process firsthand.

The exhibition is expected to draw art lovers, critics, and collectors from across the city and beyond, eager to engage with Gamage’s abstract yet emotionally resonant artworks.