In her latest solo show, ace artist Anita Goel exhibits
works that defy convention. Titled ‘Avataran’ which loosely translates to the
arrival, the paintings in this exhibition showcase her journey and the
destination that she has reached, in terms of her art. Being showcased at the
plush Soho House, Juhu, till 5th May 2022, in this show, Anita goes beyond the conforming
barriers of regular shaped paintings and beautifully gives life to her canvases
in different forms.
It is interesting to note that the expanse of her vision
cannot be contained by square and rectangular-shaped canvases. At times, clad
in different degrees of Grey, White and Black, at other instances, shining with
colours that are as resplendent as a peacock’s plumage, each piece is as
individualistic as it gets. And what’s more is that part of the proceeds from
Anita’s show will go towards Yash Charitable Foundation for the cause of
Autism. Actor-Photographer Luv Sinha and Comedian Atul Khatri graced the
exhibition and lent their support to the cause. Autistic participants Anand
Subramanian, Srideep Dutta and Aarti Nagarkar among others, associated with
Yash Charitable Foundation, expressed their fondness for bright colours in
Anita Goel's works.
A portion of the sale proceeds from Anita Goel’s
current show will go towards Yash Charitable Foundation for the cause of
Autism. A Mumbai-based NGO founded in 2014, Yash Charitable Trust was formed by a team of
committed individuals with the vision that people with developmental
disabilities can live and work in the community of their choice with dignity
and self-respect. They provide skill development, training, mental health
support with counselling, therapies, and livelihood opportunities.
Luv Sinha expressed, "I think the way Anita uses
colours and creates her own unique canvases is simply fantastic! And what I
really appreciate is the cause behind it. Art becomes all the more meaningful
when it is meant to help other people. The fact that Anita is helping the cause
of Autism is great and that's another reason why I'm here... to support the noble
cause."
“Over the years, I have
conducted various art workshops for mentally challenged kids and every time, I
am amazed by the potential that these kids display. I truly feel that they are
no less than any of us. Autism is a cause close to my heart and I am genuinely
grateful to the Almighty that I am able to do a show to help the cause. And I
am happy to associate with Yash Charitable Trust for this initiative,” averred
Anita Goel.
ON DISPLAY: Till 5th May, 2022.
TIME: Daily 11 am to 7 pm.
VENUE: Soho House, 16, Juhu Tara Rd, Chandrabai
Nagar, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049.
