Onto 2 by Antara Dey

Antara Dey is a visual artist focused on painting, celebrating the cultural heritage of Sylhet, Bangladesh, and the Sylheti language. Her work draws from Sylheti Hindu mythology, family folklore, and evolving community traditions, fostering cultural unity and pride.

Using acrylic and oil paints, Antara creates bold, distorted figures and symbolic motifs in vibrant, unconventional color palettes. Her compositions weave Sylheti rituals, mythology, and memory, blending tradition with contemporary narratives to preserve and celebrate Sylheti identity.

As a third-generation Indian-Sylheti, Antara's work is influenced by the 1947 and 1971 partitions, reflecting on the erosion of language and customs. Her art revives Sylheti folklore, transforming forgotten stories into visual narratives across generations.

Dividing her practice between Delhi, Chennai, and Guwahati, Antara sparks conversations about preserving marginalized cultures while celebrating Sylheti traditions.