SRINAGAR: The Sama-Vaya art retreat, held at Skyview by Empyrean, concluded with an exhibition on August 25, 2024. Eight artists from various parts of India, including Jammu, showcased individual and collaborative artworks. Prominent art lovers and collectors from India and abroad attended the event, along with over 80 art students from Jammu University’s Institute of Music and Fine Arts.
The four-day retreat was organised by art curator Anupa Mehta and supported by author and crafts curator Anu Chowdhury Sorabjee. It featured artists such as Lado Bai (Bhil art), Kritika Joshi (Phad painting), Saroj Shyam (Gond painting), and others. The exhibition highlighted artworks inspired by the artists’ surroundings at Skyview by Empyrean.
“We at Skyview by Empyrean are so proud to have hosted the second edition of Sama-Vaya that allowed us to see the different shades of Jammu through the eyes of this very talented and observant group of artists. They enriched the exhibition by bringing their diverse and interesting perspectives from both urban as well as indigenous backgrounds. Both Anupa and Anu have elevated the standard of the art retreat this year with their expertise and keen eye for detail. We look forward to continuing our support for such enriching cultural initiatives going forward,” said Owais Altaf Syed, Director of Skyview by Empyrean.
Ace theatre personalities such as Rajit Kapur, Shernaz Patel, Anahita Uberoi, and Sohrab Ardeshir attended the event.
