SANJEEV SINHA
1963 - 2020
Sanjeev Sinha was born in 1963 in Barh, in the Indian state of Bihar, and graduated from the College of Arts & Crafts Patna. He moved from Patna to Lucknow, and in the 90’s, he chose Delhi to be his permanent residence. Sanjeev Sinha played a prominent role in the young Bihari art generation, which emerged in the 80’s and since then he has exhibited his works in Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, Lucknow, Bangladesh, and Turkey. In 1991, he was the first artist of his generation to have won the National Academy Award.
Sinha’s work is strongly rooted in Indian culture. He formed his own visual language incorporating Hindu and Buddhist mythologies with his personal reflections on society.
In his (almost) restless search for the legitimacy of art and what he could contribute, he explored different stylistic approaches. Besides paintings and drawings his works encompass sculptures and works in public space.
GENTLE BITE
Gentle Bite is a collection of vibrant acrylic paintings that explore nature, childhood, and the subconscious. The artwork, featuring bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, suggests a paradoxical blend of softness and sharpness.
Acrylic on Canvas
2013
