Somnath Bothe

About Artist

Somnath Bothe born in 1982 in Paithan, District - Aurangabad, Maharashtra & working in Pune, Maharashtra as an artist of tremendous talent. He obtained Diploma in Art from Mumbai University (Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune). He has received Gold Medal, Royal Academy, National Level, Gulbarga, Karnataka; Gold Medal, National College Student “Varnika Manav Sanket”, Ujjain & Silver Medal, National College Student “Kalawart Nyas”, Ujjain also. His journey in art field began with landscapes and portraits. He started thinking about sensitivity and intent of the paintings… As his entire childhood was spending in village, a very close relationship with the village. “A deep rooted respect for ‘nature’ and ‘humility’ is the inspiration for my paintings”, says Somnath. Then education and living in city life created new sensitivities and understandings… the blend of these different environments and cultures indirectly flowed in his painting… His paintings are colorful, vibrant, nostalgic at times, and sheer conversational pieces. Subdued and quiet by nature paintings is his language. Somnath has his own way of showing his creations. His color schemes are modern and flashy but this is intentional, to remind us of the importance of historical places. The fusion of rainy season and historical places in cities and villages constitute the subjects of his paintings. Now painting is not just a technique, it has become a medium of expression for him. Somnath Bothe's creations represent a beautiful blend of varied geographies and cultures. The passion for cherishing humanity, love and affection, fusion of village and city life are the subjects of his works and folk human figures find a central place in most of his artworks. Thanking you, Somnath Bothe

Academics

SOMNATH BOTHE
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E-mail : [email protected] / [email protected]

Date of Birth : 16th Feb 1982

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
2006-07 Diploma in Art Education, Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune
2002-06 Diploma in Painting (First Class) Merit of Mumbai Board
Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune
1999-2000 Art Teacher Diploma, Aurangabad

Award & Recognition

2006, 08 V. V. Oak, Lokmanya Tilak Exhibition, Pune
2006 1st Prize, Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune
2005 Gold Medal, Royal Academy, National Level, Gulbarga, Karnataka
2004 Kala Aunsh Group, Dhulia
2003 Gold Medal, National College Student “Varnika Manav Sanket”, Ujjain
2003 Silver Medal, National College Student “Kalawart Nyas”, Ujjain
2002 National College Student “Varnika Manav Sanket”, Ujjain

PARTICIPATIONS
2006, 05, 04, 03 Art Society of India, Mumbai
2006, 05, 04, 03 Chitari Academy, Pune
2003, 05 17st South Central Zone, All India Art Contest, Nagpur
2003, 04 Nasik Kala Niketan, Nasik
2003 National Level, “Kalanand Prayas”, Zarkhand
2003 State Art, Mumbai, Maharashtra