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मैं देवताओं की पेंटिंग बनाते-बनाते थक गया था

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नेपाल में, महिला कलाकारों की एक नई पीढ़ी संवेदनशील राजनीतिक मुद्दों और महिलाओं और जातीय अल्पसंख्यकों के उत्पीड़न पर अपना गुस्सा व्यक्त करने के लिए पारंपरिक चित्रकला का उपयोग कर रही है। दक्षिणपूर्वी नेपाल के जनकपुर शहर का एक पौराणिक अतीत है। इसे पौराणिक देव-राजा राम की पत्नी सीता का जन्मस्थान माना जाता है। तब मिथिला कहा जाता था, जनकपुर विदेह साम्राज्य की राजधानी थी, जो अब दक्षिणी नेपाल से लेकर उत्तरी भारत तक फैला हुआ था। हिंदू महाकाव्य रामायण के वर्णन के अनुसार, यह सीता और राम के बीच पवित्र विवाह का दृश्य भी था। आज तक, महिलाएं तथाकथित मिथिला शैली में रंगीन भित्तिचित्रों में देवताओं के इस विवाह के दृश्यों को चित्रित करती हैं। इस शैली की विशेषता सामने से दिखाई देने वाली बादामी आंखों वाले लोगों के प्रोफ़ाइल दृश्य हैं, साथ ही पक्षियों और अन्य जानवरों के साथ-साथ ज्यामितीय पैटर्न भी हैं। यह पेंटिंग, जो परंपरा में गहराई से निहित है, अपने विषयों को रामायण के मिथकों से लेती है या रोजमर्रा के दृश्यों, त्योहारों और सामाजिक घटनाओं को दर्शाती है। लेकिन विषयों की सीमा धीरे-धीरे बदलने लगी है। महिलाओं ...
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Artist SC Suman’s Art Exhibit “New York Series” is a Landmark Moment for Mithila Art in the USA

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 Artist SC Suman’s Art Exhibit “New York Series” is a Landmark Moment for Mithila Art in the USA In an increasingly globalized art world, where traditional boundaries dissolve in the face of creativity and innovation, SC Suman’s exhibition “New York Series” in the United States is more than just an art show — it is a cultural milestone. As a renowned Mithila artist from Nepal, Bihar, India, SC Suman carries the legacy of centuries-old folk Mithila traditions into contemporary art spaces, and his debut series in the United States marks a significant moment for Mithila art on the international stage. A Contemporary Voice from an Ancient Tradition Mithila art, also known as Madhubani painting, is one of Nepal and India’s oldest and most revered folk art traditions. Characterized by its intricate line work, vibrant colors, and deeply symbolic themes, it has long been associated with rural women artists from the Mithila region. What makes Suman’s work revolutionary is his ability to bot...
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Bridging Nature and Tradition: The Art of SC Suman In a world increasingly defined by rapid urbanization and cultural fragmentation, the work of contemporary artist Suman stands as a vivid reminder of the delicate balance between humanity, nature, and heritage. Through his evocative paintings, Suman explores the interconnected themes of environmental awareness and cultural coexistence, creating art that is as thought-provoking as it is visually compelling. Thematic Foundations : At the heart of Suman’s art lies a profound respect for both the natural world and the diverse cultures that inhabit it. His paintings are not merely aesthetic expressions but narratives—each canvas telling a story about how people and the environment can thrive together. Using symbolic imagery, earthy palettes, and intricate detailing, Suman often blends landscapes with elements of traditional life, suggesting a harmony that modern society risks losing. Environmental Sensibility : Artist Suman’s environmental themes are deeply reflective, often portraying lush forests, rivers, and wildlife alongside scenes of human life. Unlike romanticized nature paintings, his works frequently depict the consequences of environmental neglect—deforested land, polluted waters, and displaced communities. Yet, his tone remains hopeful. By incorporating native flora and fauna, and showing sustainable lifestyles, Suman invites viewers to imagine a more balanced future. Celebrating Cultural Diversity : Equally central to his work is the celebration of cultural diversity. Suman paints people in traditional attire, engaged in rituals, festivals, and everyday life, surrounded by their natural surroundings. These works act as visual archives of indigenous wisdom and sustainable practices. He believes that preserving cultural identity is not in conflict with ecological conservation—in fact, they often reinforce one another. Technique and Expression : Suman’s use of color and form reinforces his message. He blends folk-art styles with contemporary techniques, creating a fusion that reflects the coexistence he champions. Organic textures, repetitive patterns, and a nuanced use of light evoke a sense of continuity between the old and the new, the natural and the human-made. A Call for Harmony : In exhibitions and community projects, Scsuman emphasizes art as a tool for dialogue. His paintings are displayed not only in galleries but also in public spaces and educational settings, aiming to spark conversations about sustainability and cultural empathy. By engaging local communities in workshops, he extends his artistic vision beyond the canvas into the real world. Conclusion : Suman’s art is more than a visual treat—it is a call to action. His unique synthesis of environmental concern and cultural reverence challenges us to rethink our relationship with the planet and with each other. In an age where division and destruction often dominate the narrative, Suman offers a powerful alternative: a vision of coexistence, painted in the rich hues of hope, heritage, and harmony.

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  In a world increasingly defined by rapid urbanization and cultural fragmentation, the work of contemporary artist Suman stands as a vivid reminder of the delicate balance between humanity, nature, and heritage. Through his evocative paintings, Suman explores the interconnected themes of environmental awareness and cultural coexistence, creating art that is as thought-provoking as it is visually compelling. Thematic Foundations :  At the heart of Suman’s art lies a profound respect for both the natural world and the diverse cultures that inhabit it. His paintings are not merely aesthetic expressions but narratives—each canvas telling a story about how people and the environment can thrive together. Using symbolic imagery, earthy palettes, and intricate detailing, Suman often blends landscapes with elements of traditional life, suggesting a harmony that modern society risks losing. Environmental Sensibility : Artist Suman’s environmental themes are deeply reflective, often por...
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चित्रकलाको ऐतिहासिक विकासको सेरोफेरो

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  चित्रकलाको ऐतिहासिक विकासको सेरोफेरो कला जीवनकला विशेष साहित्यपोस्ट माघ २२, शनिबार ०८:०१ 300 SHARES Share Tweet Subscribe एससी सुमन एससी सुमन सम्भवत: गाँस, बास, कपास र सन्तानोत्पत्ति पश्चात् मानिसको सबैभन्दा पुरानो आवश्यकता स्वयंलाई व्यक्त गर्नु रहेको थियो। प्रकृति मानिसको पहिलो गुरु थियो। प्रकृतिले उसभित्र आफ्नो लागि भय, आदर र प्रेम उत्पन्न गरेर उसलाई जीवनमा आगाडि कसरी बढनु पर्छ भनी सिकायो। मानिस आजको राम्रो वा नराम्रो, ज्ञानि वा मूर्ख जस्तो पनि छ, उसको मूलमा प्रकृति नै हो। भाषाको जन्म भन्दापूर्व, आज भन्दा हजारौं, लाखौं वर्ष पहिले प्राचीन पाषाण तथा नवपाषाण युगमा जंगलमा फिरन्ते रुपमा विचरण गर्ने मनुष्यले ध्वनि, संकेत, मुद्राको संकेत र हाउभाउलाई भाषाको रुपमा प्रयोग गर्थे। आफ्नो कुरा भन्नको लागि आफ्नो घाँटीबाट कण्ठ्य ध्वनि निकाल्थे र संकेतसँगै प्रतीकको प्रयोग गर्ने गर्थे होला। मानव आफ्नो छेउछाउको प्राणीको ध्वनिको अनुसरण गर्ने गर्थे तर यो पर्याप्त थिएन। आफ्नो वरपर हुने गतिविधिलाई अभिनयको माध्यमले संकेत गर्ने गर्थे। बादलको गर्जन, बिजलीको चमक, झरनाको मधुर ध्वनि र जंगलमा वायुको तरङ्ग, ...
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प्रतीक – उद्भव र विकास

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  प्रतीक – उद्भव र विकास कला चित्रकला विशेष साहित्यपोस्ट चैत्र १९, शनिबार ०८:०१ 434 SHARES Share Tweet Subscribe   एस. सी. सुमन एससी सुमन सृष्टिको आदिकालमा मानवको हर्षको कारण प्राकृतिक सौन्दर्य र जीवन यापनको लागि प्रकृति प्रदत्त वस्तु रहेको थियो। सूर्य उदय र अस्त सँगसँगै रात दिन हुनु, आकाशमा तारा र चन्द्रमा देखिनु, घाम-छाया हुनु, पानी पर्नु, मौसम परिवर्तन हुनु, आँधी-बेहरी, अतिवृष्टि, खडेरी जस्ता प्राकृतिक परिवर्तनलाई हेरी आश्चर्यचकित भए। यसरी अर्कोतर्फ मृत्यु हुँदा आतंकित पनि भए होलान्। जसलाई रोक्न असमर्थ हुँदा, प्राकृतिक परिवर्तनमाथि विजय प्राप्त गर्न संघर्षरत रहँदा, यसमाथि आफ्नो नियन्त्रण नहुँदा आदि मानवले अदृश्य सत्तालाई स्वीकार गरी शक्तिका रूपमा प्रतिष्ठित गरी सर्वोच्च स्थान दियो। फलतः उसले प्राकृतिक उपकरणलाई शक्तिको रूपमा आफ्नो आत्मरक्षार्थ हेतु उपासना गर्न लागे, जो कालान्तरमा रूढी हुँदैगयो र यहीँबाट आदिमानवको आत्मरक्षार्थको उपास्य प्राकृतिक उपादान प्रतीक बन्यो तथा यिनै प्रकृति प्रदत्त शक्ति तथा उपादानको आधारमा मानवीय कला विकसित हुँदै गयो। एक प्रकारले प्रतीक कलाको उद्भवको...
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