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Ananda Moy Banerji is known for his profound contributions to the field of fine arts. He completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from the College of Art Delhi and pursued a Master's in Fine Arts in Printmaking from Kala Bhavan - Santiniketan between 1983 and 1985. Ananda further honed his skills by undertaking a research associateship in Printmaking at Camberwell College of Arts and Crafts in London, supported by the Charles Wallace India Trust award.
Throughout his career, Ananda has exhibited his artwork in numerous prestigious shows both in India and abroad. He has held several solo exhibitions at renowned galleries such as Gallery Espace, The British Council, and Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi.
His artistic endeavors have also taken him to various international exhibitions, including annuals, biennials, and triennials held in countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, Japan, Korea, Germany, UK, USA, China, New Zealand, Canada, Russia, Greece, Egypt, and Norway. Noteworthy among these exhibitions are the Xth Triennial-India and the First Print Biennial organized by Lalit Kala Akademi in India. Throughout his career, Ananda has exhibited his artwork in numerous prestigious shows both in India and abroad. He has held several solo exhibitions at renowned galleries such as Gallery Espace, The British Council, and Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi.
His artistic endeavors have also taken him to various international exhibitions, including annuals, biennials, and triennials held in countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, Japan, Korea, Germany, UK, USA, China, New Zealand, Canada, Russia, Greece, Egypt, and Norway. Noteworthy among these exhibitions are the Xth Triennial-India and the First Print Biennial organized by Lalit Kala Akademi in India.
Ananda Moy Banerji's exceptional talent has been recognized through numerous awards and accolades. Some of the notable honors he has received include the Annual Best Exhibit Awards from A.I.F.A.C.S in New Delhi, the Sahitya Kala Parishad Award in New Delhi in 1991, the XXXVIIth National Akademi Award from Lalit Kala Akademi in 1994, the Charles Wallace India Trust Award in 1996, and the Nagasawa Art Park Residency Award in Japan in 2001.
Additionally, he has been granted cultural scholarships and a Junior Fellowship by the Government of India. His achievements also include the Sailoz Mukherjee Award in 1980 and the Indo-Soviet Land Nehru Award in 1973. Ananda is a founding member of the Indian Printmakers Guild, reflecting his commitment to fostering the growth of printmaking as an art form in India.
Ananda's artistic expression often revolves around the depiction of female figures, which hold a significant presence in his works. He regards the woman as a representation of 'prakriti' (nature) and all its creations, as well as a symbol of traditions, culture, and the starting point for portraying universal themes and experiences.
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