'Continuum' traces three decades of artist Asit Kumar Patnaik's practice
The show “Continuum” offers a sweeping look at Asit Kumar Patnaik’s three‑decade journey, gathering early sketches to recent canvases. It maps his shift from wood and fiberglass to layered paper collages, with texture becoming a hallmark.
Central to the retrospective is his celebrated Man‑Woman series, where semi‑realistic figures probe love, attraction, conflict and detachment. Red‑toned hair marks women’s vitality and empowerment, presenting them as resilient across ages.
Male figures appear with humility, fostering a visual dialogue of mutual respect. The exhibition underscores Patnaik’s consistent curiosity, even as his visual language grows more confident and complex.
A gold medallist from Banaras Hindu University, Patnaik has shown widely and earned the 2024 Best Solo Exhibitor Award at Art Expo New York, confirming his standing in both Indian and international arenas.