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ANJANI REDDY
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
"Anjani Reddy's paintings stand as beacons of joy, inviting all who behold them to pause, smile, and rediscover the beauty in everyday life."
BIOGRAPHY
Prof. Anjani Reddy finds joy in life's simple pleasures, as evidenced by her vibrant canvases capturing the essence of celebration. As the eldest daughter-in-law in a large family, she orchestrates numerous weddings and family gatherings, offering a glimpse into the traditional festivities of rural Reddy households.
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Her paintings serve as heartfelt expressions, depicting her deep connection to nature, the bonds of friendship and family, and the sheer joy of human connection. Through intricate floral representations and scenes of familiar traditions like Bathukamma preparations and festive visits, Anjani's art evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth.
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Inspired by childhood memories spent amidst the architectural marvels of her village, Anjani channels her creativity into capturing moments of joy and beauty. She sees her art not just as a means of self-expression, but also as a source of solace and happiness for others in a world often overshadowed by turmoil.
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With each stroke of her brush, Anjani hopes to transport viewers back to the simplicity and innocence of their childhoods, offering a moment of respite from life's challenges. In a world fraught with chaos, her paintings stand as beacons of joy, inviting all who behold them to pause, smile, and rediscover the beauty in everyday life.
MAJOR SHOWS AND RECOGNITIONS
Solo Exhibitions and Awards
Participations:
16 Solo Exhibitions from 1991 to 2023 at Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chicago (USA).
Listed in The coffee table book titled "50 Inspiring Women Telangana Edition" 2023.
Awards :
2023 - Award of Excellence in the field of Art from The American Telugu Association, ATA
2017 - International Women's Day, 'Visishta Mahila Puraskaram', T.S, Hyderabad.
2016 - "Prathiba Puraskaram' by P.S. Telugu University, Hyderabad.
2016 - Amruthalata Apuroopa Award.
2015 - Ugadi Puraskar by the Govt. of Telangana State.
2002 - Ladies Circle India.
1997 - 50(Fifty) Year's Celebrations of Indian Independence AIFACS Award, New Delhi.
1995 - All India Creative Drawing Award from Chandigarh.1988 - Women's International Year Award.
1977 - All India Art Exhibition, Hyderabad Arts Society.
International
2023 - Indo-Nepal Art Symposium, Dept. of Culture, Telangana, Hyderabad, January 2023.
2016 - 'Beyond Canvas', a Solo exhibition curated by Ms. Radhika Reddy in Chicago June 2016
2014 - Indian Drum Beat' Exhibition of Paintings at Riverview Arts Centre, Phillipsburg, N.J.
2013 -'Confluence" by Prakrit Arts, at Marriot, New York.
2013 - Not another Art Project' Barefoot Callery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2013 - 'Unique Benetton Art Book Project of South Asia' at Venice Biennale.
2012 - Asian International Art Exhibition at Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2012 - Asian International Art Exhibition at Karachi, Pakistan.
2006 - National L.K.A, New Delhi Exhibition at Syria Damascus.
2006 - Visited Europe on "ART TOUR" (Germany, Paris, Rome, Florence).
2006 - 'CHRISTIES' Auction of Concern India at Grand Hyatt, Dubai.
2005 - L.K.A. Group Exhibition in Spain.
2001 - Tradition to Modernity' a Contemporary Indian Painting Exhibition at Fulda, Germany, Karlstad, Sweden.
1998 - Appa Rao Galleries shows, New York, London.
1995 - Appa Rao Galleries shows, at Jakarta, Indonesia.
1993 - Appa Rao Galleries shows, at London, New York.
1992 - Appa Rao Galleries Summer shows in Chicago, London, Hong- Kong, Singapore & Bangkok.
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National
- Participated in 43", 44** & 52"d, 59" National Exhibition of Lalit Kala Akademy, New Delhi, at Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and New Delhi.
- Jury of 7* Southern Region Camlin Annual Art Exhibition - Bangalore - 2005.
- 28" National Exhibition of Contemporary Art by SCZCC, Nagpur - 2015.
Participation in important Art Exhibitions, Art Workshops, Seminars, National and International Symposiums & Artist Camps till date regularly.
- Participated in Rajasthan Lalit Kala Akademi Seminar at Jaipur, 2018 & Hyderabad.
- Organised Artist residency programs, Painting Workshops, Print Making Workshops, and Mural Workshops in Dept. of Painting, College of Fine Arts, (INAFAU) Hyderabad.
- Curated - Group Exhibitions and International Artists Camps, at Hyderabad 2014.
- Curated Indo-Nepal Art Symposium, Chitramayee State Gallery of Art, Hyderabad, January 2023.
