Gallery Champa Tree is pleased to present “A Room Full of Phools”, a group exhibition of the most recent works of eleven contemporary artists – Abhijit Saikia, Balaji Ponna, Keerti Pooja, Manisha Agrawal, Nehal Desai, Raju Thota, Samir Mohanty, Sanjay Biswal, Shivam Khandelwal, Sonali Laha & Venkatesh Dhuli, with an opening reception on August 4, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. onwards at the gallery premises in Greater Kailash II.

Around 24 artworks (paintings, drawings & sculptures) will be on display for the exhibition showcasing artists working with a vast range of mediums, such as, oil & acrylic on canvas; watercolor on wasli paper; tea water, charcoal, gauche & watercolor on paper; oil on coated linen; acrylic & glass marker on canvas; preserved twigs, flower petals & feathers; acrylic color on box; fiberglass.

The exhibition will be on view until September 3, 2023.

‘A Room Full of Phools’ a sensory journey, where fragrances intertwine with art to narrate stories of life, love, memories, and observations.

In the realm of sensory wonders, every corner of our world, from the heart of the kitchen to the verdant gardens, markets, places, books, and our favourite things, all exude an ethereal fragrance that transcends time and space. Amidst this olfactory tapestry, our cherished memories weave their aromatic tales, enveloping us in a poetic symphony of scents, creating an artistic

ode to the essence of life itself. Many poets, artists, and writers revered flowers as the mistress of fragrances; in historical fiction, Sherlock Holmes can identify a variety of tobacco by its aroma; while in the world of nature Pheromones are used as a form of communication by bees. Smells have a strong connection to emotions and can trigger a plethora of feelings, such as happiness, nostalgia, disgust, or comfort and evoking powerful memories. Presently, our city’s atmosphere is immersed in a symphony of clouds, carrying with them the delightful aromas of flowers and

the refreshing scent of rain. These captivating scents evoke the rich histories and cherished memories of Delhi and cities elsewhere.

This exhibition invites viewers to experience the evocative power of scents, igniting powerful emotional responses and stirring long-forgotten memories. Through a collection of artistic expressions, we seek to celebrate the essence of nature and life’s mysteries by awakening a profound appreciation for the sensory world, connecting us to our past, and illuminating the magic of fragrances that thread through the tapestry of our lives.

‘A Room Full of Phools’ brings together a diverse group of 11 contemporary artists, each offering their unique perspectives and interpretations as they explore the fascinating world of fragrances and their profound impact on human existence