Lucknow: A thought-provoking PPT presentation and discussion session featuring eminent printmakers from across the country was organized at the Regional Centre of Lalit Kala Akademi in Aliganj, Lucknow. The programme was organized jointly with the State Lalit Kala Akademi, Uttar Pradesh, as part of the ongoing National Printmaking Camp (March 25–30, 2026), a key collateral event of the 3rd Print Biennale India.
The session brought together nine distinguished printmakers representing diverse regions of India, who shared insights into their artistic journeys, techniques, and evolving practices in printmaking. Among the major participating artists were Prof. Shyam Sharma (Patna), Praveen Sharma (Shimla), Dilip Tamoli (Assam), Dr. Sanjeev Kishore Gautam (Delhi), Dr. Mahesh Singh (Uttar Pradesh), Anant Kumar Sahu (Chhattisgarh), Deepak Yadav (Haryana), Tribhuvan Kumar (Uttar Pradesh), and Ranjan Vishwakarma (Uttar Pradesh).
Delivering a keynote perspective, Padma Shri awardee Prof. Shyam Sharma elaborated on the philosophical and technical nuances of printmaking. He emphasized that printmaking is not merely a technique but a profound confluence of patience and creativity. “Even in the age of advancing technology, preserving the originality and graphic language of printmaking remains essential for every artist,” he noted.
Artist Dilip Tamoli from Assam offered a unique viewpoint on the artistic traditions of Northeast India and the global dimensions of printmaking. He described the process of engraving nature and human emotions onto a block or plate as a deeply spiritual experience, encouraging young artists to embrace the medium with passion and curiosity.
Welcoming the participants, Regional Secretary Dr. Devendra Tripathi highlighted the objective of the camp and discussion. He stated that the initiative aims to provide a collaborative platform for both established and emerging printmakers across the country. “Through PPT presentations, artists not only showcased their works but also engaged in meaningful dialogue on the conceptual depth of art. Such interactions can serve as milestones for the next generation of artists,” he said.
The event witnessed the presence of camp coordinator Kiran Singh Rathore, along with Akhilesh Nigam, Shivbalak, Shakya, Sandeep Bhatia, and a large gathering of artists, art critics, and students from the city.
The session concluded with an engaging open discussion, where artists and art enthusiasts exchanged ideas on the contemporary challenges and future possibilities of printmaking. The dialogue underscored the growing relevance of traditional techniques in a modern context, reaffirming printmaking as a dynamic and evolving art form.
