Venue: Jahangir Art Gallery, Mumbai
Date: 5th October to 11th October 2026
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Born in Achalpur, Prakash Bal Joshi is a self-taught, internationally acclaimed abstract artist. Veteran journalist with The Times of India for four decades, author of Maitrinichi Goshta and Gateway.
His art is spontaneous, energetic and philosophical, inspired by the River Saraswati.
International shows in the USA (New York, Chicago, Las Vegas), Basel, Switzerland, Venice, Italy, Lisbon, Norway, Croatia, Turkey, Bhutan, Seoul. Works in the permanent collection of the Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art, USA, and Yekaterinburg Gallery, Russia. Installation God’s Particle at India Art Festival 2012.
Recently elected Chairman of historic Artists’ Centre, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai. Guest of Honour at the 7th International Festival Morocco 2025, Jury at Belgravia Art Gallery, London.
“Art is a spiritual quest and a bridge to the universe.”
It is my great honour to inaugurate HUES OF MY HEART, the solo exhibition of Dr Zaheda Khanam at Jehangir Art Gallery. I have known Dr Zaheda Khanam as one of India’s most sincere abstract artists. Her 8 years of sadhana with knife technique in acrylic, oil, watercolour and mixed media is truly remarkable. Her subdued colours and symbolic textures speak of Ganga, of Nari Shakti, of our heritage and current affairs.
Her celebrated abstract series Dream House is particularly close to my heart—where she paints the feeling of home that belongs to all over the world. In Dream House, every stroke is a dream of peace, belonging and universal love. Born in Varanasi, educated at AMU and BHU, her art carries the soul of India. A recipient of 5 Gold Medals, Kala Ratan, and the Tagore Award, she is an inspiration for Prayagraj and the nation. Her journey from Varanasi to World Art Dubai, London, USA is proof that true art needs no language. I wish her great success.
“Dr Zaheda Khanam does not just paint; she sculpts emotions with her knife; her Dream House gives a home to every heart.”
— Prakash Bal Joshi, Chairman of Artists’ Centre
Dr. Zaheda Khanam, born in Varanasi (1971), is a Prayagraj based artist with 28 years of painting journey. She secured First Division in MFA from Aligarh Muslim University and PhD from Banaras Hindu University under Prof. T.K. Biswas. Inspired by her mother Hamida Khanam, founder of Modern Education Junior High School, she believes True art develops society, environment and country.
Her signature is abstract painting with knife technique in acrylic, oil, watercolour and mixed media, creating symbolic textures with subdued colours. She expresses emotions through abstract forms and knife strokes. Her soul lives in Ganga Series, Mountain & Jungle Series, Nari Series, Current Affairs & Heritage. International shows at World Art Dubai, Nehru Centre London, USA, Indonesia, Sweden, Kathmandu, National at Lalit Kala Academy, Bharat Kala Bhavan.
Honoured with 5 Gold Medals 2020, Kala Ratan Award, Abanindranath Tagore Award 2025, Navratan Achiever 2026, Bharat Genius Award. 13 Solo Shows and countless Group Shows.
“I am a simple, emotional artist who paints with body, mind and wealth.”
Step into our digital exhibition space to experience the Hues of My Heart collection. Walk freely through the virtual hall, view original textures up close, and explore artwork details in real time.
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