About me

 

Section 5

 

My life has been an immersive exploration of music and art since childhood, navigating the interconnectedness of sound and colour.

My devotion to Indian miniature painting began in earnest when I met my guru, Padma Shri Vijay Sharma ji of Chamba. Under his mentorship I continue to deepen my understanding of the Pahari schools, and of Basohli, Guler and Kangra in particular.

I am a graduate of The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts, where I am now pursuing a PhD. Alongside the Pahari schools I have developed expertise in the Tanjore and Mysore traditions, and I continue to widen my repertoire, studying Madhubani, Pattachitra and Pichwai.

My work has previously been shown at the Saatchi Gallery in London, and will be on display at the Garrison Chapel in London this October.

What began as training in the traditional arts has become a lifelong pursuit and a deep source of reflection. I look forward to continuing this journey of learning, creating and discovery in the fascinating world of colour and sound.

Illustration

 

Section 4

 

Artist Trajectory & Provenance

My Artistic Learning Journey

A chronological trajectory of Traditional Art mastery, and prestigious recognitions.

Upcoming
2026

Exhibition at State Art Gallery

State Art Gallery

Hyderabad, India

Upcoming Exhibition: At State Art Gallery, Hyderabad

Upcoming
2026

From Darkness to Light, From Light to Darkness

Garrison Chapel

London, UK

For Details, go to URL. https://lalitakapilavai.com/events/light-to-darkness

Group Show
2023

Alumni Exhibition @start.art.global and @schooloftraditionalarts

School of Traditional Arts

London, UK

https://media.umbraco.io/live-company-group/hfehctka/startx- pfsta-catalogue-2023.pdf

Education
2022 - Present

Advanced Training in Pahari Art

Padma Shri Dr. Vijay Sharma

Chamba, Himachal Pradesh

Undergoing advanced training in Pahari art from Padmashri Dr Vijay Sharma, Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.

Experience
2022

Conducted Demonstration of Pahari Art

Glendale Academy

Hyderabad, India

Conducted Demonstration of Pahari Art to students of Glendale Academy, Hyderabad.

Education
2021 - 2022

Educational Tour to learn from Master Craftsmen in Traditional Arts

Multiple Cities

India

Udaipur- Basics of Pichwai Painting from artist Rajaram Sharma. Jaipur – Embossed and Illuminated Calligraphy from artist Kailashchand Sharma. Mysore- Mysore Painting from artist J. S. Sridhar Rao

Group Show
2021

Degree Show at London

Prince’s Foundation for Traditional Arts

London, UK

https://www.kings-foundation.org › degreeshow2021

Education
2019 - 2021

Master of Traditional Arts with Distinction

King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts

London, UK

Master of Traditional Arts with Distinction

Education
2018

Educational Tour to learn from Master Craftsmen in Traditional Arts.

Multiple

India

Udaipur- Basics of Indian Miniature Painting from artist Lalaji. Dahanu- Worli art from artist Sadashiv Mashe. Odisha - Pattachitra and Pothichitra from artist Prasanna Nayak. Bangalore- Tanjore Painting from artist Swarna Raja. Sri Kalahasti – Kalamkari Art from Sri Viswanath Reddy. Hyderabad- Drawing of Sri Yantra from artist Sambashiva Shastri. Cheriyal Painting from artist Madhu Merugoju. Madhubani Painting from artist Pavan ji.

Experience
2018

Teaching of Tanjore and Oil Painting

Lalitakapilavai Arts

India

Teaching of Tanjore and Oil Painting

Section 3

 

Archival Document

Lalita Kapilavai Resume

Lalita Kapilavai_Resume_Arts_V1.pdf

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