Thota Vaikuntam Indian, b. 1942
"I have taken everything from the village. I have taken the subjects and the colours they wear. They wear Indian colours like brown and yellow ochre. The hearts of villagers are very clear. They don’t play games and very open to everything. That’s why they adopt direct colours and that’s where I have taken those colours from. They are my inspiration, motivation and cultivation as well."- Thota Vaikuntam
Thota Vaikuntam hails from Andhra Pradesh in South India.
Vaikuntam's art is highly stylized; his paint application and execution of his charcoal drawings emit a sense of strength and power that his works encapsulate. Quotidian life of the people of rural Telangana, specifically the vibrant depiction of highly embellished women of his village, is a recurring theme in his works. Through his art, Vaikuntam sheds light on the sensual tradition that has been a prominent part of Indian mythology and art.
Vaikuntam has received many awards throughout his career. He has been a part of many group and solo shows.
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Kala Sutra 2023 - Singapore
Tangible/Intangible Odyssey Rosa Maria Falvo, 2023Paperback, 128 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Kala Sutra 2022 - Singapore
Mapping What Is Ethereal Arun Ghose, 2022Paperback, 129 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Dimensions: 25.3 X 20.2 X1.2 -
Kala Sutra 2017 - Hong Kong
2017Paperback, 68 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Dimensions: 16.6 X 22.8 X 0.6 -
Kala Sutra 2015 - Singapore
Diversity/ Continuity/ Context Arun Ghose, 2015Diversity/ Continuity/ Context, 76 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Kala Sutra 2014 - Hong Kong
Confluence And Convergence In Art Today Arun Ghose, 2014Paperback, 63 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Kala Sutra 2014 - Singapore
Roots and Fruits in New Age Aesthetics Arun Ghose, 2014Paperback, 84 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Kala Sutra: Continuity and Fluxus
Strings Invisible In Art In India Today Arun Ghose, 2013Paperback, 84 pagesRead more
Publisher: Sanchit Art Publications
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Dimensions: 20.4 X 25.5 X 1
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Sacred Whirlwinds
A Group Show 1 - 31 Dec 2024The works evoke energy swirling through time, capturing the essence of change and introspection. Each piece reflects an inner journey, where the whirlwind symbolizes both chaos and harmony, blurring the...Read more -
Art Mumbai 2024
14 - 17 Nov 2024As a prominent gallery dedicated to Indian contemporary art, we bring a carefully curated selection of works that reflect the diversity and depth of modern Indian artistry. Our showcase highlights...Read more -
Oasis of the Wandering Mind
A Group Show 1 - 30 Sep 2024Through their unique style and medium, each artist explores themes of introspection, imagination, and the fluidity of thought. The exhibition acts as a sanctuary for artistic exploration, depicting the mind's...Read more -
IN SEARCH OF IDENTITY
A Group Show 1 - 31 Aug 2024Delving in their personal and collective journeys, as they navigate and unearth the multifaceted dimensions of their identities. Through a diverse array of mediums and styles, these artists offer intimate...Read more -
Meandering Forms
A Group Show 1 - 31 Jul 2024Through vibrant interplays of colours, shapes, and lines, every piece tells a tale of artistic exploration and boundless creativity. This forms part of their special exhibition from the gallery collection,...Read more -
HUMANISATION WITH HUMAN THOUGHTS
A Group Show 1 - 30 Apr 2024All exploring the conceptual realm of humanisation, whether through portraying emotions on faces, introspective reflections, or intertwining human qualities with the natural world. These works exemplify an aesthetic fusion of...Read more -
Kala Sutra Singapore - 2023
Tangible/Intangible Odyssey 11 - 15 Oct 2023Kalasutra(kala: 'artform', sutra: 'thread') celebrates a legacy that weaves together the grandiosity of Indian art, specifically in a post-modernist context that is constantly evolving. This contemporary visual vocabulary represents the...Read more -
Kala Sutra Singapore - 2022
Mappin What Is Ethereal 21 - 25 Sep 2022The exhibition featured artwork from modern Indian masters, including M.F. Hussain, Satish Gujral, F.N. Souza, Ram Kumar, and S.H. Raza. The artworks showcased were full of visual impact, essence, and...Read more -
Art Central Hong Kong 2019
26 - 31 Mar 2019This exhibition showcases rare pieces from the early period of work of twelve Indian masters, highlighting their artistic evolution and the development of their distinctive styles. The exhibition aims to...Read more -
Kala Sutra Singapore - 2018
17 - 20 May 2018The show brought together some of the most renowned and celebrated artists in India, showcasing a wide range of styles, mediums, and techniques. Visitors to the exhibition were able to...Read more -
Art Central Hong Kong 2018
27 Mar - 1 Apr 2018Sanchit Art proudly presents a group exhibition featuring a curated selection of artworks that beautifully blend modern and contemporary Indian art. This showcase brings together a diverse array of pieces,...Read more -
Kalasutra: Continuity in Diversity
25 - 28 Jan 2018Featuring works by 12 of the country’s most celebrated artists, this exhibition presents a unique visual representation of the diverse yet continuous cultural traditions of Indian art. Through a seamless...Read more -
Kalasutra Hong Kong - 2017
29 Nov - 3 Dec 2017The exhibition featured a range of mediums, including painting, and mixed media pieces. Artists such as Manoj Dutta, M.F Husain, and Manu Parekh were among the notable participants. Kala Sutra...Read more -
Art Stage Singapore 2017
11 - 15 Jan 2017At Art Stage Singapore 2017, Sanchit Art brought together an eclectic collection of artworks that reflected the rich diversity of Indian modern and contemporary art. The exhibition featured the vibrant...Read more -
Kala Sutra Hong Kong - 2016
30 Nov - 16 Dec 2016As part of the Kala Sutra series, event at the Hong Kong Visual Art Centre from November 30, 2016, to December 4, 2016, featured the works of several notable artists,...Read more -
Nizam’s of Art
27 Jan - 30 Mar 2016The rustic, potent and sensuous imageries depicting the life and people from the Deccan region by the living legends K. Laxma Goud and Thota Vaikuntam, who have been dominating our...Read more -
Kala Sutra Dubai - 2015
Invisible, Unique yet Variable 15 - 20 Oct 2015The exhibition showcases works from several notable artists, including Paresh Maity, Neeraj Goswami, and Thota Vaikuntam. The exhibition features paintings, sculptures, and mixed media installations that explore the intersection of...Read more -
Kala Sutra Hong Kong - 2015
A Social Perspective of Visual Connectivity 16 - 21 Sep 2015The event lasted from September 16th to September 21st and showcased a diverse range of contemporary Indian art. The event brought together works from multiple renowned Indian artists and provided...Read more -
Art15 London
20 - 23 May 2015Curated by Arun Ghose, this show explores the three essential aspects of art in life in the sub-continent through their works. Husain's art revolves around his own realisation of myth...Read more -
Kala Sutra Singapore - 2015
Diversity / Continuity / Context 15 - 20 Apr 2015The show traces the continuity of this thread, exploring the independent flowering of art that transcends geographic boundaries. From the floral-infused paintings of Senaka Senanayake to the spiritual works of...Read more -
Kala Sutra Hong Kong - 2014
Convergence and Confluence 19 - 22 Sep 2014Kala Sutra-Convergence and Confluence was a celebration of ancient and modern art. Featuring works by some of the most famed Indian artists, the exhibit showcased various art forms that have...Read more -
Kala Sutra Singapore - 2014
Roots and Fruits in New Age Aesthetics 22 - 25 May 2014The show seeks to explore the creative process of artistic creation, and the resulting transformation of ideas into tangible art forms. Through the use of vivid imagery, the artists pay...Read more -
Cat Walk - Blue Moon
Art Stage Singapore 2014 15 - 19 Jan 2014Sanchit Art proudly presents an exhibition in Singapore, featuring the works of three distinguished Indian contemporary artists: Thota Vaikuntam, Arpana Caur, and Neeraj Goswami. The exhibition highlights Vaikuntam’s vibrant depictions...Read more