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On the occasion of his centenary year, step into the world of the maverick F.N. Souza, hailed as the visionary Father of Modern Indian Art, with 'Reminiscing Souza: An Iconoclastic Vision', at Dhoomimal Gallery. (Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons)
Scheduled for April 12, 2024, the show is being organised by Dhoomimal Gallery, in conjunction with esteemed curator Yashodhara Dalmiya, kicking off with a special film screening of 'F.N. Souza: Father of Modern Indian Art.' (Courtesy: PR Handout)
Souza's art embodies freedom of expression and aims for a society where emotions like anger, resentment, and jealousy are expressed openly. (Courtesy: PR Handout)
The show pays homage to the groundbreaking vision and artistic endeavours of the art genius where attendees get a chance to closely observe the exquisite assortment of his masterpieces. (Courtesy: PR Handout)
As a founding member of the progressive artists group in Bombay, the Modern Indian Art artist broke traditional art boundaries and embraced a new style of thinking and painting, inspiring generations to embrace art as an important medium of expression. (Courtesy Wikimedia Commons)
His greatness lied in his power of lines and bold use of colour, as well as his use of chemical alterations on paper in the 1960s. (Courtesy: PR Handout)
FN Souza with SH Raza and Akbar Padamsee in Paris in 1952. (Courtesy Wikimedia Commons)
Immerse yourself in the legendary world of F.N. Souza at the Dhoomimal Gallery, established in 1936 making it India's oldest contemporary art gallery. (Courtesy: PR Handout)
