‘The narrative is fragmented and reconstructed to cater to my visual expanse, where strong flat hues are embellished with intricate patterns and designs…the central characters occupy the canvas, leaving vast negative spaces on which I draw meticulous imagery. The imagery is inspired from ancient stories, particularly from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. The potent rendition of the narratives is entirely fresh and allows the viewer to interact with each character, while decoding the web of imagery.’
A university gold medallist, Bolgum Nagesh Goud graduated from JNT University, Hyderabad, with a degree in Fine Arts. In a career spanning over 26 years, he has been honoured on multiple occasions by the Hyderabad Art Society and the Lalita Kala Samithi in Siddipet. Recently, he turned to curation with GAJA – an elephant sculpture group show held in Hyderabad.
Reinterpreting the narratives of the Mahabharata, Ramayana and other epic stories, Nagesh Goud presents a cornucopia of visuals for the audience to interpret and interact with. Drawing inspiration from traditional Kalamkari and Paithani art, his work unravels the complex connotations of mythology and its relevance in modern societies.