Indian Newslink: An ecstatic vision overwhelms all

An ecstatic vision overwhelms all
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Venkat Raman on 28/04/2010 14:13:00
 
The works of one of the boldest, finest and arguably the most assertive painters
of contemporary New Zealand are currently on show in Wellington.
Laxmi Jhunjhnuwala is a woman with a vision and passion for colours; her
experiments with various themes have resulted in a collection of creative
concepts,  which are now evincing widespread interest.
Called, Blossoms In The Fall, the solo Exhibition opened on April 28 at the
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor and will run through until May 12.
Ms Jhunjhnuwala merges themes from Eastern mythology and modern concepts of the
Western world to create a fusion that not only pleases the eye but also
elucidates the spirit of unity, plurality and purity that are common to many
cultures.
“Given my Indian heritage, my studio methodology brings with it traces of
history, culture and spirituality,” she said.
She uses festive colour palettes to establish cultural identity, activate the
surrounding space and lift the human spirit.
“Colour combined with scale has transformative powers, which lets viewers have
an experiential encounter with my work. The concept of simplicity in my work
allows for purity, which is rich in repercussion,” Ms Jhunjhnuwala said.
She believes in liberating her works from explicit representational contents.
“I am interested in the notion of materiality in the physical, philosophical
and theosophical senses. I am exploring materials like paint, pigments,
plastics, wood, turmeric, chili and flour, to create an ecstatic vision that
overwhelms the viewers with a sense of mystery and emotion.
Her other forthcoming exhibitions include Waitakere Home and Garden Show (The
Trust Stadium, Centre Park Drive, Henderson), May 7 to 9 from 10 am to 6 pm; The
New Zealand Art Show (TSB Arena, Wellington), July 29 to August 1.
Photo: Flamingos At Lake Nakuru, a Perspex and Pigment is one of the recent
paintings of Laxmi Jhunjhnuwala.
What: ‘Blossoms in the Fall’ Painting Exhibition
By Whom: Laxmi Jhunjhnuwala
Where: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, Wellington
When: April 29 to May 12
Contact: (04) 4999500 or 0800- 275337 Email: laxmijj@gmail.com