
A colourful palette of experiences
The Hindu
Experience a diverse spectrum of art at the Art Life Gallery in Noida, showcasing six artists in Hues of Harmony.
Inside the Art Life Gallery in Noida, theair is filled with the rich, evocative scent of paint. A diverse spectrum of art on the walls showcases the creative pursuits of six artists who have unveiled a joint show, Hues of Harmony.
More than 50 artworks are on display, each telling their own story. Providing space to beginners, self-taught artists and professional graduates, the exhibition pays ode to creative co-existence.
The artists have painted across themes in different media, from water colours on canvas to digital and mixed media.
The six artists — Debjani Dakshit, Jagpreet Kaur, Namrata Agarwal, Surabhi Gupta, Swati Mishra and Timsy Bonati, through their free expression and vision, stimulate active learning about art and culture.
“We not only provide a platform for artists to express and grow but also want people to appreciate art,” says Manoj Jha, gallery manager.
Fluid artist Surabhi Gupta has crafted paintings around Nature, deploying bold colors to evoke a sense of harmony and wonder. Speaking of subjectivity and openness, she creates abstract forms to describe her personal experiences.
“I recently spent time by the ocean and as I looked deep into it, I saw vibrant colours that I wanted to capture. My paintings are a reflection of various water bodies and skylines, showcasing the unseen beauty of Nature,” says Surabhi. “Through my freestyle art, I try to provide a unique view of the world.”

A vacuum cleaner haunted by a ghost is the kind of one-liner which can draw in a festival audience looking for a little light-hearted fun to fill the time slots available between the “heavier” films which require much closer attention. A useful ghost, the debut feature of Thai filmmaker Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke being screened in the world cinema category at the 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), even appears so in the initial hour. Until, the film becomes something more, with strong undercurrents of Thailand’s contemporary political history.

Sustainability is not an add-on, but stamped firmly into the process: every piece is biodegradable, waste-free and unembellished, free from glitter or beads. “Products should be sustainable and biodegradable so that our planet is not harmed,” says Anu Elizabeth Alexander, a student of Sishya, Adyar. At a recent exhibition, the stars she made sold the fastest, followed by the small diamonds. “I would like people to know about the process, how it is created, and that it is sustainable,” says Anu. Infanta Leon from Kotturpuram developed an interest in crochet as a teenager. It was a hobbyhorse that evolved into a steed that would help her embark on a journey of identity-shaping creative engagement. She started making Christmas-themed decor two years ago, spurred by a desire to craft safe, eco-friendly toys for children. “With a toddler at home, and my elder child sensitive to synthetic materials, I wanted to create items that were gentle, durable and tactile,” she explains. Her earliest creations were small amigurumi toys which gradually evolved into ornaments that could adorn Christmas trees with warmth and charm.











