Kumaraswamy B
Born in 1973, Kumaraswamy is a celebrated artist known for his ability to seamlessly intertwine stylized depictions of women, animals, and birds with the captivating beauty of nature. His work resonates with a deep appreciation for the liveliness of the natural world, expressed through recurring motifs such as blooming trees, fluttering birds, and celestial elements like the sun and the full moon.
Kumaraswamy’s compositions exude a sense of harmony and wonder, offering viewers a glimpse into a fantastical realm where nature and life coexist in perfect balance. His use of vibrant yet soothing color schemes, combined with masterful dry brush techniques, brings depth and dimension to his creations. The intricate textures and highlights in his work further emphasize the interplay between light and shadow, evoking a sense of dynamism and vitality.
The artist's recurring themes explore the enchanting beauty of nature and its profound relationship with the beings that inhabit it. By juxtaposing organic forms such as trees and leaves with symbolic representations of life, Kumaraswamy constructs mesmerizing narratives that celebrate the interconnectedness of all living things. His art is both a tribute to nature’s splendor and a gentle reminder of its enduring vitality.
Education: BFA from J N T University, Hyderabad, 1996
EXHIBITIONS
2024 – “State of Joy” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2023 – “Songs of the falling raindrops” Group show at Jehengir Art Gallery, Mumbai
2023 – “Narratives of the Here and Now” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2023 – “Small is Beautiful” show organized by 105arts Gallery, Chandigarh, India
2022 – “Liberation of Hyderabad” show organized by Lalit Kala Akademi New Delhi
2021 – “Anthology Of The New” online and offline art show organized by Kalakriti Art gallery, Hyderabad
2021 – “Eulogy” art show A Fundraiser Project by Kadari Art Gallery, organized by Kadari Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2020 – “Telangana Topics” –online art show organized by Foundation of Art & Culture, Bhopal
2020 – “Sights & Insights” –online art show organized by Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2020 – “Art in isolation” –online auction art show organized by Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2019 – “Group Exhibition” - organized by Asian Art House, at Sheraton Link Cafe at Hyderabad
2018 – “Theatre & Art Festival in Lucknow” - Group Exhibition, at Hyatt Regency Hotel, Lucknow, UP
2017 – “Nouveau 8X12” - Group Exhibition, The Coal Group in association with Telangana Tourism at Hyderabad
2017 – “Chhota Bat Bada Score” - Group Exhibition at Mantra Art Gallery, Ahmedabad
2017 – “Metamorphosis” - Solo Exhibition at The Gallery Café by Kalakriti, Hyderabad
2016 - “Art for Impact” Dr.Reddy's Foundation in association with Gallery Space at Avasa Hotel, Hyderabad
2016 - “India art Festival” National Stadium, New Delhi
2015 - “Art Fete 2015” Platinum Jubliee Celebration by Hyderabad Art Society, Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2015 - “Shrishti Mela, art objects and paintings by Shrishti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2015 - “Group Show” at The Gallery Cafe, Hyderabad
2014 - “Art@Telangana” group exhibition at Salarjung Museam, Hyderabad
2014 - “Colours of nature” Group show at Gallery Space Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2014 - “Kottha Panduga” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2013 - “Rejoicing nature” Solo painting exhibition at Alankritha Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2013 - “Confluence - Indian Contemporary Arts” Group exhibition at Prakrit Art Gallery, New York, USA
2013 - “Within Reach IV” Group show at Gallerie Nvya, New Delhi
2013 - “Reflections And Images” Group show at Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2012 - “LIFE” Group show at Artic Vision art gallery, Mumbai
2012 - “Art for Care” Group show at Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2012 - “Anniversary Group Show” at ICA Gallery, Jaipur
2012 - “Nature & Women” Solo show at Beyond Coffee Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2011 - “Talent Unlimited” Group show at Renaissance Art Gallerie, Bangalore
2011 – “Group Show” at Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2010 – “Akruti to Sanskruti” Group show at Mantra Art Gallery, Ahmedabad
2007 – “My Neighbors” Solo show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2004 – “Group Painting Exhibition” organized by Hyderabad Art Society, Hyderabad
1996 – “Graphic Works” Group show at JNTU CFA Gallery, Hyderabad
CAMPS
2022 - “Liberation of Hyderabad” art camp by Lalit Kala Akademi New Delhi at Hyderabad
2020 – “Jolly Art Adda” organized by Jolly Board Limited, Mumbai
2016 – “VMAF Art Symposium” organized by Vishnu Manchu Art Foundation at Tirupathi
2016 – “Art for Impact” Dr. Reddy's Foundation in association with Gallery Space at Green Park Hotel, Hyderabad
2015 – “Art for cause” organized by Kalakriti Art gallery at the gallery cafe, Hyderabad
2014 – “Art@Telangana art camp” at Taramati Baradari, Hyderabad
2011 – “Water colour and charcoal art camp” at State Gallery of Fine Art, Hyderabad
2011 – “Water colour workshop” at Icon Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2010 – “Friendly Artist Camp” at State Gallery of Fine Art, Hyderabad
AWARDS
2004 - Highly commendable certificate from AIFACS, Hyderabad
COLLECTION
Private collections in India and abroad
Kumaraswamy’s compositions exude a sense of harmony and wonder, offering viewers a glimpse into a fantastical realm where nature and life coexist in perfect balance. His use of vibrant yet soothing color schemes, combined with masterful dry brush techniques, brings depth and dimension to his creations. The intricate textures and highlights in his work further emphasize the interplay between light and shadow, evoking a sense of dynamism and vitality.
The artist's recurring themes explore the enchanting beauty of nature and its profound relationship with the beings that inhabit it. By juxtaposing organic forms such as trees and leaves with symbolic representations of life, Kumaraswamy constructs mesmerizing narratives that celebrate the interconnectedness of all living things. His art is both a tribute to nature’s splendor and a gentle reminder of its enduring vitality.
Education: BFA from J N T University, Hyderabad, 1996
EXHIBITIONS
2024 – “State of Joy” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2023 – “Songs of the falling raindrops” Group show at Jehengir Art Gallery, Mumbai
2023 – “Narratives of the Here and Now” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2023 – “Small is Beautiful” show organized by 105arts Gallery, Chandigarh, India
2022 – “Liberation of Hyderabad” show organized by Lalit Kala Akademi New Delhi
2021 – “Anthology Of The New” online and offline art show organized by Kalakriti Art gallery, Hyderabad
2021 – “Eulogy” art show A Fundraiser Project by Kadari Art Gallery, organized by Kadari Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2020 – “Telangana Topics” –online art show organized by Foundation of Art & Culture, Bhopal
2020 – “Sights & Insights” –online art show organized by Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2020 – “Art in isolation” –online auction art show organized by Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2019 – “Group Exhibition” - organized by Asian Art House, at Sheraton Link Cafe at Hyderabad
2018 – “Theatre & Art Festival in Lucknow” - Group Exhibition, at Hyatt Regency Hotel, Lucknow, UP
2017 – “Nouveau 8X12” - Group Exhibition, The Coal Group in association with Telangana Tourism at Hyderabad
2017 – “Chhota Bat Bada Score” - Group Exhibition at Mantra Art Gallery, Ahmedabad
2017 – “Metamorphosis” - Solo Exhibition at The Gallery Café by Kalakriti, Hyderabad
2016 - “Art for Impact” Dr.Reddy's Foundation in association with Gallery Space at Avasa Hotel, Hyderabad
2016 - “India art Festival” National Stadium, New Delhi
2015 - “Art Fete 2015” Platinum Jubliee Celebration by Hyderabad Art Society, Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2015 - “Shrishti Mela, art objects and paintings by Shrishti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2015 - “Group Show” at The Gallery Cafe, Hyderabad
2014 - “Art@Telangana” group exhibition at Salarjung Museam, Hyderabad
2014 - “Colours of nature” Group show at Gallery Space Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2014 - “Kottha Panduga” Group show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2013 - “Rejoicing nature” Solo painting exhibition at Alankritha Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2013 - “Confluence - Indian Contemporary Arts” Group exhibition at Prakrit Art Gallery, New York, USA
2013 - “Within Reach IV” Group show at Gallerie Nvya, New Delhi
2013 - “Reflections And Images” Group show at Kalakriti Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2012 - “LIFE” Group show at Artic Vision art gallery, Mumbai
2012 - “Art for Care” Group show at Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2012 - “Anniversary Group Show” at ICA Gallery, Jaipur
2012 - “Nature & Women” Solo show at Beyond Coffee Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2011 - “Talent Unlimited” Group show at Renaissance Art Gallerie, Bangalore
2011 – “Group Show” at Muse Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2010 – “Akruti to Sanskruti” Group show at Mantra Art Gallery, Ahmedabad
2007 – “My Neighbors” Solo show at State Gallery of Fine Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2004 – “Group Painting Exhibition” organized by Hyderabad Art Society, Hyderabad
1996 – “Graphic Works” Group show at JNTU CFA Gallery, Hyderabad
CAMPS
2022 - “Liberation of Hyderabad” art camp by Lalit Kala Akademi New Delhi at Hyderabad
2020 – “Jolly Art Adda” organized by Jolly Board Limited, Mumbai
2016 – “VMAF Art Symposium” organized by Vishnu Manchu Art Foundation at Tirupathi
2016 – “Art for Impact” Dr. Reddy's Foundation in association with Gallery Space at Green Park Hotel, Hyderabad
2015 – “Art for cause” organized by Kalakriti Art gallery at the gallery cafe, Hyderabad
2014 – “Art@Telangana art camp” at Taramati Baradari, Hyderabad
2011 – “Water colour and charcoal art camp” at State Gallery of Fine Art, Hyderabad
2011 – “Water colour workshop” at Icon Art Gallery, Hyderabad
2010 – “Friendly Artist Camp” at State Gallery of Fine Art, Hyderabad
AWARDS
2004 - Highly commendable certificate from AIFACS, Hyderabad
COLLECTION
Private collections in India and abroad