Fragmented Reality by Bhagyashri Dange

Bhagyashri Dange is a Delhi-based artist known for her explorations of landscapes and emotional spaces through a diverse range of mediums, including gouache, ink, pastels, natural pigments and lithography, etching, aquatints. With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art in Drawing and Painting from Sir J.J. School of Art and a Master’s in Fine Art specializing in Printmaking from Santiniketan, she has developed a distinctive visual language that reflects her childhood experiences and observations. Her work has been exhibited at Jehangir Art Gallery, NGMA, Lalit Kala Akademi, Birla Art Academy, and Arthshila. Bhagyashri's art has also been featured in collaborations with magazines like Skip Saga and Svasa Life. Bhagyashri’s paintings are often semi-abstract or abstract compositions that invite viewers to engage with their own interpretations. She believes that expressions are perceived uniquely by each individual; thus, her work transcends direct representation. Instead, it encourages a deeper reflection on childhood memories and the unnoticed moments that shape our emotional landscapes.

The tranquil surroundings of Santiniketan have significantly influenced her artistic practice, inspiring her to delve into the vibrancy of color, architecture, and nature. Through her art, Bhagyashri Dange seeks to create an immersive experience that resonates with viewers, allowing them to explore the layers of meaning within their own perceptions.