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Nature is an endless cycle of rejuvenation. If there is something being destroyed on one hand, there is something on the other which is being regenerating.
Depicting the same on her canvas is Madhuchanda Majumder, a 39- year-old artist from Kolkata. “In between the whole destruction and regeneration process in nature, there is a sense of loneliness which is invisible. It’s like you can feel it, but you cannot see it. I love that conflict in nature and that’s precisely why my paintings are called Invisible Lands,” explains the artist.
“I have always wanted to reflect that in my paintings. The concept of old and new, and the whole feeling of being a part of it and witnessing it is a good feeling; it is something to cherish.”
While the concept might seem more intangible and philosophical than concrete, Majumder says the art speaks for itself. “One does not need any narration to look at my paintings. They are selfexplanatory and are easy to decipher.”
Despite having been in the profession for over 12 years, this is Majumder’s second solo show only. With over 16 frames of canvas of rich colour play, form and texture, the collection portray a bridge between the end and rebirth. Like, for example one particular canvas of a tree shows a dried trunk on one side, whereas the other side is beaming with colour, life and events.
“I love the whole feel of state, form and texture one can use while depicting nature. Because it is such a vast subject and there are hardly any limitations. Every person will have their own perception of nature,” she explains of the paintings which revolve around nature and landscape.
So while birth and rebirth are concepts applied to beings and animals, why does Majumder choose landscapes as well? She explains, “Having being born and brought up in Kolkata, I am very inspired by the spirit of the city.
The ruins, age-old buildings, life, people - everything is so full of life and events. It is very animated.”
Coming from a non-artistic family, Majumder’s tryst with colour started when she was five, with the encouragement of her parent. This ultimately led to a professional choice. Her childhood passion coupled with support from home finally brought her this far. “I have always loved playing with colours and showing that on my paintings. However, my choice of colours depends on my mood,” she mentions.
She received her bachelors degree from Government College of Arts, Kolkata and Masters from Ravindra Bharati University in Kolkata as well.
“My art teacher at school, Ravindranath Mukherjee was my guide. His experience was valuable, as he worked as an art director in many films alongside Satyajit Ray,” she says.
Currently Majumder is a part of the Calcutta Arts Club founded by Abhishek Basu. The association was started with the aim to promote art in every form, from visual to performing arts, encompassing over 30 artists from across the world.
“The club has been very helpful in providing a platform for all of us to display our work and get recognition. My most memorable show was at Rome, which I participated in last year. The amount of positive feedback and response I got was immense. I am planning to take this show to other cities also,” says the artist before signing off.
Invisible Lands will remain on display till August 21, from 11 am to 7 pm at the Shrishti Art Gallery, Road No. 15, Jubilee Hills.
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