Rajib Chowdhury

An artist, living and working in Baroda, India. I am a painter and digital artist.

In my recent work I'm trying to show the present day scenario of terrified, politically disturbed world. We see destruction more than constructive efforts. The funny part of this century is human beings do anything and everything; either good or bad, either constructing the temple, mosque or a church; or demolishing the same; we do not forget to include the name of god/religion in such scenario as well. The same thing we do, when at war with any nation or a neighbor.
The present day scenario has hit us all. Financially, socially, politically, emotionally and physically. And in this show of power or super power, the most affected are the innocent souls, the children and the common people. No political agendas or diplomatic talks. Simply innocent souls, who don't know anything. They are the victims who loose their lives or identity.
I'm not a political artist, but subconsciously I can't ignore it. If I try to escape, I can't. When I read the news paper or watch news on television, my mind gets destructed by knowing about some horrible incidents. When I try to focus and concentrate on something; get diverted all the time. My works are just outcome...

Rajib Chowdhury, born in Calcutta in 1971, made his Bachelor degree in painting from Government College of Art and Craft, Calcutta, 1996. He completed his post-diploma in graphics from M. S. University, Baroda, 1999. His first solo show (MALHAR) was held in Jehangir Art Gallery, Bombay, 2004. He has participated in number of important group shows in India and abroad. He was also awarded the National Scholarship from the Department of Culture, Govt. of India, 1996-98.The artist currently lives and works in Baroda, India.,