Gallery Pradarshak will present Silence: Within. Beyond. Between., a group exhibition featuring 14 artists from seven cities. Opening on 19 June 2026 in Mumbai’s Khar West neighbourhood, the exhibition explores themes of reflection, awareness and inward attention through painting, printmaking, mixed media and photography. The exhibition will remain on view until 27 June 2026.
Exploring the Many Dimensions of Silence
Curated around the idea that silence extends beyond the absence of sound, the exhibition examines moments of pause, contemplation and personal discovery. According to the curatorial note by Dr. Alka Chadha Harpalani, silence can emerge through colour, texture, memory, nature and attentive observation, offering viewers opportunities for deeper engagement with both artworks and their own perceptions.
Fourteen Artists from Across India
The exhibition brings together works by Monali Pawaskar, Meghanad Ganpule, Deepshikha Verma, Savya Jain, Fatemah Bundeally, Amita Dand, Sayani Mondal, Meetul Agarwal, Ar. Zahra Yasmoon, Madhura Deshpande, Jayashree Ghosh, Lalit Patil, Rachana Bajaj and Ankita Shahasane. Their practices engage with themes ranging from nature and spirituality to architecture, memory and everyday experience.
Exhibition Highlights
The exhibition includes works that explore silence through different artistic approaches:
- Contemplative landscapes
- Meditative abstractions
- Figurative works rooted in personal reflection
- Nature-inspired imagery
- Photography that captures atmosphere and stillness
- Mixed-media explorations of memory and perception
These varied approaches collectively present silence as a space of awareness rather than absence.
Gallery Pradarshak Marks 32 Years
The exhibition coincides with Gallery Pradarshak’s 32nd anniversary. Established in 1994, the Mumbai-based gallery has focused on promoting original art, supporting emerging artists and creating opportunities for public engagement with contemporary visual culture. Over the past three decades, it has organised exhibitions and artist-led initiatives aimed at connecting audiences with diverse artistic practices.
For more information, visitors can explore the official website of Gallery Pradarshak.
Conversation Programme Extends the Exhibition
As part of the opening weekend, Gallery Pradarshak will host a special edition of Open Canvas – Kala ke Kisse aur Cutting Chai. Titled What Are We Missing in the Noise?, the discussion on 20 June 2026 will examine attention, distraction, stillness and the role of silence in contemporary life. The programme is designed to encourage audiences to engage with the ideas behind the exhibition beyond the gallery space.
Event Programme
- Open Canvas – Kala ke Kisse aur Cutting Chai
- Theme: What Are We Missing in the Noise?
- Date: 20 June 2026
- Focus: Attention, distraction, stillness and perception in art and daily life
Visitor Information
| Event Name | Details |
| Title | Silence: Within. Beyond. Between. |
| Venue | Gallery Pradarshak, Mumbai |
| Exhibition Dates | 19–27 June 2026 |
| Organiser | Gallery Pradarshak |
| Participating Artists | 14 artists from seven cities across India |
| Gallery Hours | 11 am – 7 pm (except Sundays) |
| Entry / Tickets | Open to All |
| Website | https://www.gallerypradarshak.com |
Takeaway
At a time when daily life is increasingly shaped by speed and constant information flow, Silence: Within. Beyond. Between. proposes a slower mode of engagement. Through diverse artistic perspectives, the exhibition encourages viewers to reflect on attention, perception and personal experience. By creating space for contemplation and dialogue, the project contributes to ongoing conversations about the role of art in fostering awareness and meaningful cultural exchange.
