To demonstrate the values of inclusion and spread autism awareness, this year in association with AuTypical.in, Dhoomimal Gallery has created a section to showcase works of young autistic artists in the professional grade. 100 young artists and sculptors are showcasing their artworks which will continue till 15th October at the 31st Ravi Jain Memorial Foundation Exhibition 2022 presented by Dhoomimal Gallery. Nearly 220 artworks and sculptors have been displayed in the gallery by artists from all over the country.
Established in 2020, AuTypical.in is a public purpose platform for showcasing the abilities of autistic children and young adults in the field of art. Autistic artists from all over India, from district towns to mega cities have exhibited their creations on this online platform. This year, participation of autistic artists will be a new flavor that will be introduced in professional art for the first time amongst the Art Galleries in New Delhi and will be unique in its treatment.
Speaking about the event, Uday Jain, Proprietor, Dhoomimal Gallery said, “In its 31st year the Ravi Jain annual exhibition has provided a budding platform to over 100 artists and sculptors. Late Ravi Jain always believed that if the art movement is to be perpetuated in the country, we cannot rely on the seniors alone and new talent should constantly be nurtured and promoted. The participation is from all over India across all medium painting, sculpture, installation, digital and judging is done by an eminent panel of senior artists, sculptors, critics and collectors. Hence the standard of the artists selected is quite high.”
Established in 1936, Dhoomimal Gallery is the oldest contemporary art gallery in India. In the previous years, DMG has felicitated several young artists who went on to become known names and established themselves in the art fraternity. Every year, they award four scholarships to young artists decided by a panel of esteemed judges. In previous years, the jury has included renowned artists such as K.S. Kulkarni, Krishen Khanna, Bimal Dasgupta, GR Iranna, Pooja Iranna, Jagannath Panda etc. Awardees from the past include renowned names such as Sonia Khurana, G.R. Iranna, Nidhi Aggarwal, Hemraj and many more.