"Abstract-216, Reflections"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 40x30 in
$1,892.33
26 artworks by Nivas Kanhere (Selection)
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Critic Note-
Nivas Kanhere's works are characterised by the forces of acceptance and negation. Yet,[...]
Critic Note-
Nivas Kanhere's works are characterised by the forces of acceptance and negation. Yet, the acceptance is not prima facie. Indeed, the more colourful works were done mostly during the extended pandemic period, as if in an attempt to disprove the doom. These works propose an ode to the vibrancy of (once-) lived surroundings. As the city regained its radiance, Kanhere reclused to the blues and greys. The expanses of unlived spaces made their presence felt in his works. Can this be called escapist? Is abstraction an escape from the real?
'No' is the obvious answer, as binaries of real- unreal are ineffective and the two realms often coexist in all creative ventures. Though loosely concerned with his surroundings, Kanhere seems to be more attached to the paints and canvases in his studio. The hues of blue and grey led him to explore what we might call the depths. Decelerated roller strokes formed sedate squares that encased oceans. The changes in artist's body-rhythm can be deciphered in other works, too.
From brisk actions of palette-knife that often form triangular shapes, to the expansive movements of a roller; from a play of paint that engenders myriad hues to an ascetism that keeps layers of paint visible, Kanhere gels the technical possibilities with his quest for exploration of space.
The space turns lived experiences to dream sequences, and informs the unreal expanses with real-life situations. Perhaps one of the earliest childhood memories for Nivas Kanhere, has been that of this play between the finite and infinite, the tangible and intangible. As a seven-year old, he would sit for hours beside a village stream, dip his tiny hands into its flow and took a deep look at the handful of a stream. Sometimes the stream within his hands came with extra dash of life- a small fish. Soon after that deep look, the artist-child would place hands in the flow again, while the water in hands started its voyage to faraway places, the hand had another water to look at. The child held the flow, and let it go.
Nivas Kanhere still does that, with his paints and canvases.
Nivas Kanhere's works are characterised by the forces of acceptance and negation. Yet, the acceptance is not prima facie. Indeed, the more colourful works were done mostly during the extended pandemic period, as if in an attempt to disprove the doom. These works propose an ode to the vibrancy of (once-) lived surroundings. As the city regained its radiance, Kanhere reclused to the blues and greys. The expanses of unlived spaces made their presence felt in his works. Can this be called escapist? Is abstraction an escape from the real?
'No' is the obvious answer, as binaries of real- unreal are ineffective and the two realms often coexist in all creative ventures. Though loosely concerned with his surroundings, Kanhere seems to be more attached to the paints and canvases in his studio. The hues of blue and grey led him to explore what we might call the depths. Decelerated roller strokes formed sedate squares that encased oceans. The changes in artist's body-rhythm can be deciphered in other works, too.
From brisk actions of palette-knife that often form triangular shapes, to the expansive movements of a roller; from a play of paint that engenders myriad hues to an ascetism that keeps layers of paint visible, Kanhere gels the technical possibilities with his quest for exploration of space.
The space turns lived experiences to dream sequences, and informs the unreal expanses with real-life situations. Perhaps one of the earliest childhood memories for Nivas Kanhere, has been that of this play between the finite and infinite, the tangible and intangible. As a seven-year old, he would sit for hours beside a village stream, dip his tiny hands into its flow and took a deep look at the handful of a stream. Sometimes the stream within his hands came with extra dash of life- a small fish. Soon after that deep look, the artist-child would place hands in the flow again, while the water in hands started its voyage to faraway places, the hand had another water to look at. The child held the flow, and let it go.
Nivas Kanhere still does that, with his paints and canvases.
"vibrent energy"
Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in
$1,730.66
"Abstract-225 Sunrise"
Acrylic on Canvas | 48x36 in
$1,519.76
"Abstract-204, vibrant energy"
Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in
$1,273.35
Prints available
"Abstract-197"
Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in
$1,040.93
"Abstract-196 Positive Energy"
Oil on Canvas | 72x48 in
$3,421.33
"Abstract-190 Divine Light"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 72x72 in
$6,797.19
Prints available
"Abstract-214"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 60x60 in
$4,758.63
"Abstract- 227, Energy in nature"
Acrylic on Canvas | 42x66 in
$3,405.12
"Abstract-210"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 48x72 in
$3,842.77
"Abstract-200"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 36x60 in
$2,078.27
"Abstract-193"
Oil on Canvas | 60x60 in
$3,595.03
"Abstract-199"
Oil on Canvas | 72x48 in
$3,333.16
"Abstract-189 In the mood for Love"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 60x60 in
$3,758.22
"Abstract-212"
Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in
$1,730.68
"Abstract-180 Happy Mind"
Oil on Canvas | 72x48 in
$4,154.13
"Abstract-209 Introspection and beauty"
Oil on Canvas | 60x36 in
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"Abstract-203"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 48x72 in
Sold
"Abstract-194"
Oil on Canvas | 48x48 in
$2,179.59
"Abstract-192 OPTIMISM"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 60x60 in
Sold
"Abstract-211"
Oil on Canvas | 48x48 in
$2,849.44
"Abstract-224"
Acrylic on Canvas | 48x48 in
$2,093.07
"Abstract-206, Intangible essence of emotions"
Oil on Canvas | 48x72 in
$3,890.63
"Abstract-201"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 36x60 in
$1,972.86
"Abstract-195 Positive Energy"
Oil on Canvas | 72x54 in
$3,955.1
"Abstract-191 Hidden Mind"
Oil on Canvas | 60x60 in
$3,657.81
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Biography
Nivas Kanhere, a contemporary and award-winning Indian painter, sees painting as a language through which he articulates his life experiences. His vibrant works often depict the organic shapes of natural environments and the diverse species inhabiting them, rendered with oils on canvas to create colorful abstractions.
Born and raised in Kumbhej, a small village in the Solapur district of India, Kanhere's artistic journey began to take shape during his school days under the guidance of his teachers, who nurtured his talent and passion for art. Influenced by the simplicity of rural life and deeply moved by the experiences of farmers and women, Kanhere found inspiration in the rural culture that surrounded him.
Seeking to further his artistic education, Kanhere pursued studies at the Abhinav Art College in Pune and later at the prestigious Sir J.J. School of Art in Mumbai. Immersed in the vibrant art scene of Mumbai, he realized the unique perspective he brought to his work—a perspective rooted in the rural landscapes and narratives that shaped his upbringing.
For Kanhere, painting serves as a means of expressing the richness of his life experiences and the music he perceives in his natural surroundings. His artworks reflect a deep connection to his roots and a commitment to capturing the essence of ordinary life through his canvas.
Throughout his career, Kanhere has been recognized with numerous awards, including Gold Medals at the Manavsanket National Art Competition and the Kalavart National Art Exhibition. His accolades also include First and Second Awards at various art festivals and competitions across India.
Born in 1982, Nivas Kanhere continues to evolve as an artist, exploring new forms of expression and pushing the boundaries of his creativity. His journey is marked by a deep appreciation for the beauty of the world around him and a commitment to translating that beauty into captivating works of art.
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Nationality:
INDIA
- Date of birth : 1982
- Artistic domains:
- Groups: Contemporary Indian Artists
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Education
2011 - 2012
Diploma in Art Education
Mumbai,
Maharashtra,
India
2006 - 2010
Government Diploma In Fine Art
Pune,
Maharashtra,
India
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Presented by Galerie Arte del Mondo
Galerie Arte del Mondo
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Reviews and comments
Thank you so much Anna for beautiful Comments !!!!
Your art embodies the spirit of abstraction in its purest form. The way you abstract reality and distill it into its emotional essence is extraordinary. Profoundly impactful!
Thank you so much dear Anna !!
The colors and composition are outstanding.
Complimenti... Le tue opere sono molto interessanti
Congratulations... Your works are very interesting
Thank you so much !!
Beautiful.. following
Thank you very much!
Thank you very much dear Jeannette Allary
Perfect art with light !
Thank you so much !
Thank you so much sir!
One thinks of swimmers in a subaquatic world. I like the colours and the tranparency.
Thank you very much !
Thank you so much !
You have the trick to highlight the magic of colors...!
Such a sunset mood ! Superb !
Asolument magnifique !
Magnificent impressionist technic !
merci pour ces formes et ces couleurs , mat
Great work Nivas.
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