Urban Rhapsody in Blue

PURNENDU MANDAL Indian Contemporary / An Impressionist Artist / Born 1980 / Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, India Artist Statement : My paintings explore contemporary life, urban spaces, and human emotions. I work in semi-realistic, abstract, and impressionistic styles, allowing each subject to develop its own visual language. Cities, streets, and everyday moments inspire me deeply. I am interested in how architecture, movement, and people reflect inner feelings such as solitude, hope, energy, and silence. In recent works, I have also introduced symbolic elements like the sacred bull and abstract interpretations of Banaras Ghat, connecting modern life with spiritual and cultural traditions. Through expressive colors, textures, and forms, I aim to create artworks that invite viewers to pause, reflect, and form a personal connection with each painting. About the Artist : Purnendu Mandal is an internationally exhibited Indian contemporary artist with over two decades of professional experience in the field of fine arts. He completed his Bachelor of Visual Arts (BVA) in 2003 from the prestigious Government College of Art & Craft, affiliated with the University of Calcutta. Since then, he has developed a prolific career marked by extensive national and international presence. Over the years, He has built an extensive exhibition record, having presented his work in 31 Solo Exhibitions, 70 Group Exhibitions, and participated in 23 International and 18 National exhibitions at leading galleries across India and abroad. His artistic journey is further enriched by participation in more than 21 National and International Art Camps and Workshops, allowing him to remain actively engaged with global artistic practices. His artworks have been auctioned in major art centers such as Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi, and are held in numerous private collections worldwide, including in the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Russia, Australia, Italy, Norway, Belgium, Singapore, Kenya, Thailand, Taiwan, and across India. His contributions to contemporary art have been recognized through numerous prestigious national and international awards. Currently working as a freelance visual artist, Purnendu Mandal continues to create from his art studio in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, actively participating in exhibitions, art fairs, and international projects.