The Stainless Gallery hosted ‘Chromalogue – Colours & Conversations’, a fascinating group exhibition that explores the intricate relationship between colour, communication, and culture. The show was inaugurated on February 21st, 2025, with esteemed guests Yuriko Lochan and Prof. Rajeev Lochan lighting the ceremonial lamp. With over 100 works by 15 talented artists on display, the exhibition will remain open for public viewing from 11 AM to 7 PM, February 22nd–25th, 2025.
Chromalogue is a presentation of a diverse group of artists whose works delve into how colour influences communication, emotions, and cultural narratives. The exhibition showcased pieces that highlight the profound impact of colour in shaping human experiences and how it communicates beyond words.
The exhibition brings together myriad artistic expressions, showcasing a diverse collection of art styles. The oil paintings exhibited, including Aarti Uppal Singla’s Lotus Pond 1 and Kumar Neelesh Vats’ Echoes of Dawn on canvas, evoke depth and emotion through their rich textures. Acrylic works add vibrancy and contrast, with Himani Pasricha’s Portal of Peace on stretched canvas, Madhav Bhardwaj’s Silence Speaks in Colour, Nikita Gambhir’s Smell the Coffee, Shravani Dang’s Monsoon, Sujata Khanna’s Blossoms in Perspective – 1, and Sakshi Bajaj’s Seeds of Growth on linen canvas, each offering a unique interplay of hues and themes.
Mixed-media techniques from Priya Bery’s Poppies: The Intoxicators to Winnie Singh’s Meditative Reveries 9 blending materials and textures to create immersive experiences. The diverse surfaces, such as Babita Varma’s Aswan, a striking clay work on wood, and Kripal Mathur’s Spring Dance, intricately crafted with hand-dyed goat’s wool also catched eyes of the veiwers.
Graphic precision meets delicate intricacy in Pragati Gupta’s Paws-1, a pen drawing on 300gsm watercolour paper. Limited edition prints of digital art take center stage with Khushroo Kalyanwala’s florals The Blues That Bring Cheers, printed on 350 GSM Museum Etching Hahnemühle Paper and Sushil Bhasin’s Trance Dance 1 which enthrals with its rhythmic energy.
Together, these works form a dynamic and engaging dialogue, celebrating artistic diversity and the boundless potential of creative expression.
Curated by Aarti Uppal Singla, an accomplished visual artist and founder of The Art Exchange Project, the exhibition brings together these varied artistic voices into a cohesive dialogue. Aarti, who has over 25 years of experience in the art world, explained, “Through Chromalogue, we aim to highlight the unique ability of colour to convey emotions, provoke thought, and ignite conversations. Each piece in this exhibition speaks to the unspoken language of colour, drawing from both universal and deeply personal connections that transcend boundaries and spark new dialogues.”
Yuriko Lochan, an artist and cultural ambassador, shared her thoughts on the importance of colour in art: “As an artist with roots in both Japan and India, I believe that colour acts as a bridge between cultures. It invites conversation, reflects our shared history, and shapes the way we see the world and ourselves. Chromalogue beautifully captures the transformative power of colour in art, as it speaks to the universal human experience.”
Prof. Rajeev Lochan, former Director of the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, emphasized the significance of the exhibition: “Colour, in its myriad forms, serves as a powerful medium of expression. In this exhibition, we see how art transcends language and communicates deeply felt emotions, memories, and cultural nuances. Chromalogue is an exceptional platform for understanding the vibrancy of colour and its role in shaping our emotional and intellectual engagement with the world.”
Chromalogue is a celebration of the enduring power of colour as a dynamic language in contemporary art. This exhibition invites all art lovers, collectors, and cultural enthusiasts to engage with the conversations that colour inspires, making it an unmissable event in New Delhi’s art calendar.
