Afshana Sharmeen

I am Afshana Sharmeen, an artist from Chennai, and my work reflects the dynamic evolution of India’s urban landscape, while also standing as a testament to my deep commitment to women’s empowerment. My journey in art began after graduating with a degree in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University Guindy, but it was under the guidance of my mentor, Shri. A.V. Ilango, that I truly found my voice in painting.

Over the years, my work has been featured in more than 30 exhibitions both in India and internationally. I’ve been fortunate enough to earn over 25 awards, which have been deeply humbling and affirm the global resonance of the messages I strive to convey through my art. One of the defining moments in my career was being selected for the Salon D’automne in Paris in January 2024—an honor that highlighted the emotional depth and power of my narratives.

Most recently, I was privileged to be recognized as an Art Ambassador for India at the "Inspire Inclusion" exhibition, the 7th edition of Art Connects Women, hosted by UNESCO in Dubai. This experience was truly meaningful, as it furthered my mission of promoting hope, inclusion, and empowerment, while also spotlighting the silent struggles that many women endure.

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Bachelors in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University, Guindy, India (2010-2014)
Master of Business Administration, Madras University , India (2024-2025)

Group Shows:
2024- Madras an as emotion group show by MadrasArtWeekend at Lalit Kala Academy, Chennai, India
2024- Art Connects Women by Zee Arts gallery, Dubai
2024- Salon d'Automne, 120th Edition, La Grande Halle de la Villette, Paris
2023- The Power Binary Show by Gnani Arts at Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore, India
2023- Strokes & Tints group show for a cause at Inko Centre, Chennai, India
2023- Manikarnika Womens Kala National Online Art Exhibition, Delhi , India
2022 - Souhtern Trends Group Show at Bangalore International Centre (BIC), India
2022 – Southern Trends Group show at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore, India
2022 - Crossroads Group show at Vennba Gallery, Chennai
2022 - Art Show International 2nd Grant Online group show (USA)
2022 - Cityscapes Online Art Exhibition by Light Space Time Gallery, USA
2021 - Biafarin Awards 2021 international online group exhibition, Canada
2021 - Grey Cube Gallery Monochrome Online Art Exhibition, USA
2021 - Narika Fundraiser x Art Cube Gallery Online Art Show at San Francisco, USA
2021- Camelback Land & Sea Online Art Exhibition, USA
2021- Camelback Shades of Red Online Art Exhibition, USA
2021- "Fusion Art" 6th Annual Waterscapes Online Art Exhibition
2020- "OnArt Fair by Mo...