Songs from My Homeland: A Memoir of Life & Rituals

Our presentation at the London Art Fair focuses on Songs from My Homeland … a memoir of life and rituals, a deeply evocative theme that celebrates stories from the heart of India. It brings together the works of Ram Dongre, Gavara Satyanarayana, and Viswanath Kuttum, three artists whose practices offer a compelling narrative of heritage, community, and resilience.

Each artist reflects a unique perspective: Dongre delves into the intersection of tradition and modernity, drawing inspiration from fading frescoes and rural landscapes. Satyanarayana uses intricate woodblock prints to explore the struggles of India’s agrarian sector, informed by his personal experiences of food scarcity and inequity. Kuttum’s textured, monochromatic paintings pay homage to the tribal rituals and fragile beauty of life in the Andamans, capturing the deep connection between land and memory.

What makes this presentation particularly distinctive is not just its thematic resonance but also the choice of mediums—engraved woodblock, layered oil paintings, and the use of a unique materials like beeswax, paraffin and linseed oil —which amplify the narrative and emotional depth of these stories. Together, these works transcend regional boundaries, offering universal reflections on resilience, identity, and the human connection to place.

This is our debut at the London Art Fair, and we are thrilled to bring these voices to a global audience, spotlighting narratives that are both intimate and profoundly relevant.