Artist Laxmi Gupta Showcases ‘The Flower Always Sheds Its Fragrance’ Exhibition at Triveni Kala Sangam
- I started a painting with a seed of an idea, and then the painting itself took over. It was in the glitches and flaws that a new style was born," said Laxmi.
Artist Laxmi Gupta hosted her art exhibition at Triveni Kala Sangam, titled “The Flower Always Sheds Its Fragrance.” The exhibition opened on 12th July 2024 at 5:30 PM. It showcased a stunning collection of her work, which explored the intricate beauty of nature and the profound impact of flowers on our environment and well-being.
Laxmi Gupta, a self-trained artist who began showcasing her work in 2002, had embarked on a self-exploratory journey that allowed her to traverse multiple mediums and themes. She amalgamated pen and ink, watercolor, acrylic, paper, rice paper, and even wax in her art. She believed in balancing yin and yang, with the controlled lines of a pen and the freedom of water.
“I started a painting with a seed of an idea, and then the painting itself took over. It was in the glitches and flaws that a new style was born,” said Laxmi.
Starting off with a series of faces, the concept of a ‘doppelgänger’ immensely fascinated her. This later evolved into abstraction, where color and balance became the mainstay. Laxmi was a ‘colorist’ whose works vividly reflected her inner world. She felt this was two-pronged, as for the viewer, colors had an immense influence on one’s mood and perception of reality. They wielded the power to influence the atmosphere.
An avid nature lover, Laxmi also felt the need to spread a message about the importance of trees and flowering plants in the world. This message had never been more important than then, with the ominous signs of climate change. During COVID-19, confined to their homes, Laxmi dreamt of long, languorous walks in the countryside, gathering armfuls of wildflowers to bring home and decorate, and pressing them within the leaves of books to enjoy in years to come. This led to the start of her series ‘A Flower Always Sheds Its Fragrance,’ which metaphorically represented the selflessness of flowers. Regardless of the circumstances, they continued to spread their joy, beauty, and fragrance.
The exhibition featured a series of new works that reflected Laxmi’s ongoing commitment to environmental themes and her belief in the symbiotic relationship between nature and art. Her pieces encouraged viewers to appreciate the beauty of flowers and to consider the critical role they played in supporting populations of bees, butterflies, and other creatures essential to our ecosystem.
Attendees of the exhibition had the opportunity to experience the ebb and flow of different textures and techniques that defined Laxmi’s work. Each piece was a testament to her dedication to blending media and exploring the interplay of detail and transparency.
The Triveni Gallery hosted the launch of “The Flower Always Sheds Its Fragrance,” allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the vibrant, nature-inspired world of Laxmi Gupta from 12th July to 21st July, 11am to 7pm.
