Arafat Hosen

I grew up in Katiadi, a village within Kishoreganj District. For this very special reason, rural life, nature and the people living in a rural setting with all its traditions, folklore and local history occupy a large part of my childhood memories. Even though I later adopted institutional art in an urban environment, the memories I retain from my village have always had a significant impact on and inspiration for my artistic journey.

People and portraiture were once my favourite subjects, reflected in my first solo exhibition, Passage to the Soul (2008), which featured portraits and figurative works created using pen and ink, pastel and acrylic mediums. Over time, my exploration through various artistic media and the opportunities art has offered me have played a profound role in my emotional and psychological growth. This transformation gradually influenced both my thoughts and the application of my skills leading me toward new subjects, new media and experimental techniques throughout my evolving journey as an artist.

Now based in Sydney, I continue my practice through mindful watercolour painting, plein air observation and community art education. The Australian landscape, its changing atmosphere and multicultural environment...

Education

2012 - Masters of Fine Arts (MFA), Drawing and Painting, University of Development Alternative, Dhaka

2007 - Bachelors of Fine Arts (BFA), Drawing and Painting, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology

Solo Exhibitions

2023 Art For Humanity, Bonani, Dhaka
2022 The Journey, Shafiuddin Shilpaloy, Dhanmondi
2017 Sprite of Soul, Vast Bhutan
2008 Passage to the Soul, Drik Gallery, Dhanmondi

Duet Exhibitions

2013 Lively Lives, Gulshan, Dhaka
2011 Portrait of Lives, Drik Gallery, Dhanmondi
2010 Group Painting Exhibition,
US Embassy, Dhaka