Ayodhya: The second day of the All India Art Camp titled “Colors of Ayodhya”, jointly organized by the Kala Deergah International Visual Arts Magazine and JBNSS, witnessed a remarkable transformation as artworks on display began to emotionally engage with art lovers and viewers at the JBNSS headquarters.
The ongoing camp has brought together prominent artists from across the country, each interpreting the spiritual and cultural essence of Ayodhya through diverse visual expressions rooted in devotion, symbolism, and contemporary aesthetics.
Senior artist Kanu Patel from Gujarat shared insights into his work, explaining that his painting in Colors of Ayodhya features the glory of Lord Ram’s divine vision set against a base inspired by Bhojpatra (birch bark). To evoke a sense of celebration and spiritual joy, he has incorporated floating ribbon elements into the composition. The central depiction presents Lord Ram’s visage inspired by the devotional hymn “Shri Ramchandra Kripalu Bhajaman Haran Bhav Bhaya Darunam,” reflecting his timeless and compassionate presence.
Acharya Ram Viranjan described his artwork as an attempt to capture Lord Ram in a transcendent, divine experience—portraying him as a “mahāmanav” (great divine being) in a blessing posture. The surrounding environment in the painting is richly decorated with flowers and natural motifs, symbolizing purity and spiritual abundance.
Padma Shri Shyam Sharma, speaking about his work, said his painting presents Lord Hanuman in his full divine glory (Balaji Hanuman), emerging from a serene green background. The artwork reflects a simple yet powerful folk-inspired visual language, reminiscent of traditional public devotional imagery seen in local religious settings. He emphasized that Hanuman’s innocence and purity have been captured with special sensitivity.
Organizers noted that by the second day, the artworks have reached a stage where they appear to “communicate” with viewers, creating an immersive artistic dialogue between creator and audience.
Curator of the art camp, Dr. Avadhesh Mishra, stated that by the third day, nearly all participating artists will complete their works. Meanwhile, patron Dr. Manjula Jhunjhunwala added that on June 19, 2026, the completed artworks will be formally presented before art enthusiasts in their full form, marking the grand culmination of the camp.
The “Colors of Ayodhya” camp continues to celebrate the fusion of spirituality, tradition, and contemporary artistic expression, turning Ayodhya into a vibrant hub of visual storytelling.
