Lucknow: Synapse International Art Gallery, in collaboration with The Centrum Hotel, organized a solo photography exhibition of an eminent photographer Anil Risal Singh from Lucknow.
The exhibition was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony and the unveiling of the E-catalog by our Chief Guest, Brajesh Pathak, the Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and the Guest of Honour, Nilabja Choudhury (IPS), the Additional Director General of Police, Government of Uttar Pradesh, India.
The exhibition took place on Sunday, 1st June 2025 at 5 PM and will continue till 15th June 2025, 11 am to 7pm (All Day) Other dignitaries included Dr. Anil Rastogi, Indian theatre, television and film actor, Prof. Jai Krishna Agrawal, Former Principal cum Dean College of Arts & Crafts, University of Lucknow, Sarvesh Goel an entrepreneur, educationist, marathoner, hotelier, and film producer, Jyotsna Arun -Eminent Columnist & Radio Host, Namit Agrawal, Partner -Muralage, Padma Bhushan Purnima VarmanEditor, Poet & Writer, Akhilesh Nigam -Senior Painter, Art Critic & Art Historian, Rakesh Kumar Maurya– Founder and Director of Gallery, and Bhagwati Pant -General Manager, The Centrum Hotel.
The Founder and Director of the Gallery, Rakesh Kumar Maurya, spoke to the media about the exhibition titled “The Residency – Thousand Stories Within.” This exhibition is a profound exploration of possibilities through the medium of photography. 30 photographic artworks are displayed in the gallery, showcasing the artist’s creative expression as he explores, analyzes, and captures the essence of ‘The Residency’ through his camera, preserving its significance.
“The Residency” refers not only to a historical monument or ruins, but also encompasses a deeper experience that can only be felt in person. These images of the residency highlight the isolation, visualization, and conceptualization created by eminent photographer Anil Risal Singh. Through his pictures, he aims to reveal an inner vision, creating something extraordinary that comes to life when viewed through the camera’s lens. He emphasizes the splendid lines, energy, and spaces that exist in this environment, achieving a balance between stability and movement, which continuously inspires him to explore aesthetic possibilities.
For Singh, capturing the residency with his camera is a deeply enjoyable experience that offers new heights, depths, and dimensions to his imagination. It serves as a catalyst for his experimental nature, providing him with tremendous energy and a rich source of inspiration that deepens his understanding of beauty and aesthetics.
The residency experienced partial destruction during the revolt of 1857 and has further deteriorated over time for various reasons. However, Singh observes that these factors have enhanced its beauty in unexpected ways, capturing them through his lens to preserve their essence. The exhibition will continue for the next 15 days, and everyone is invited to visit and enjoy the artworks.
