Prafulla Mohanti
Works
Overview
Untitled, NA
Prafulla Mohanti, born in 1936 in Odisha, is a renowned artist with a unique artistic journey. After graduating from Bombay University, he pursued a Diploma in Town Planning from Leeds University in the UK, where he held his first solo exhibition in the 60s. Mohanti’s art reflects the influence of his birthplace and childhood, with a distinctive focus on circles inspired by his childhood practice of drawing in mud. His paintings often depict elements like his mother’s vermillion spot merging with cosmic imagery. His abstract art includes symbols like the bindu, representing Shunya, and serene blue landscapes. Mohanti’s work has been showcased globally, from Europe to America, Japan, and India, with pieces featured in prestigious collections like The British Museum in London and various galleries and institutions worldwide. Besides being an artist, he is an author and runs an NGO in Odisha, balancing his time between London and his home studio.