Look at me now, I am the sun, I must be the sun. III by Deepali

Deepali is a visual artist currently based out of Bangalore, India. Her work delves into the unavoidable interplay of human melancholy and hope, offering an evocative exploration of the human condition. Her practice develops from her own experiences with melancholia and memory which translates into boldly coloured works aiming to give a glimpse into the 'functional freeze’ state that it accompanies. Through her paintings she invites the viewers to reflect on the raw, unfiltered moments of human existence that are often elusive while finding beauty and meaning in its complexity.

Deepali's practice centers on exploring human vulnerability, drawing deeply from personal experiences with melancholia, isolation, and dissociation. She perceives vulnerability as inseparable from the creative process, considering it the essence of her work.

Her paintings aim to penetrate the viewer's defenses, inviting them to momentarily become part of the narrative as they navigate the visual and emotional landscape. The subjects, often depicted in states of desolation and introspection, evoke a sense of distance and longing, prompting viewers to reflect on their own feelings of alienation, mental blocks, and the societal shame often associated with them.

Through her work, she seeks to create a space where viewers can find solace, fostering the recognition that they are not alone in their struggles with these unfamiliar and complex emotions.