Babbu The Painter

Babneet Paul Lakhesar b. 1993
Born Punjabi, India

Babneet Lakhesar, a talented Punjabi-Canadian visual artist residing in Toronto, specializes in the captivating mediums of
acrylic painting and sculpture. Her family emigrated from India
when she was just seven years old, and her experiences as an
immigrant and her cultural heritage serve as significant influences
on her artistic expression. Drawing from traditional Indian art forms such as miniature paintings and frescoes, Lakhesar's work explores themes of self-identity, challenges societal standards of beauty and representation, and confronts the struggles of an identity crisis. A colorful and dynamic pop art approach characterizes her style, with bold and vibrant hues inspired by traditional Indian aesthetics at its core. With her work, the artist hopes to provide a platform for marginalized voices and facilitate meaningful discourse around the experiences of diaspora, displacement, and the pursuit of belonging. Her own journey as an immigrant holds a prominent place in her artistic narrative. As an artist of color, she recognizes the importance of visibility and representation in the arts. In addition to her fine art practice, Babneet Lakhesar has also established a unique br...

BFA in Sculpture and Installation, OCADU, Toronto CA 2015

2019 - Soho House Mural - Mumbai, India
2018 - POC Unplugged - Los Angeles, U.S.
2018 - Wallace Museum Collection - London, U.K.
2016 - Chicago South Asian Film Festival - Chicago, U.S.
2016 - PAMA Sikh Heritage Month - Toronto, Canada
2016 - SHAME SHAME - Oxo Tower Wharf - London, U.K.
2016 - Babbu's Baagh - London, U.K.
2016 - SHAME SHAME - Toronto, Canada
2015 - PAMA Sikh Heritage Month - Toronto, Canada
2015 - Indian International Film Festival - Toronto, Canada
2014 - PAMA Sikh Heritage Month - Toronto, Canada