Farhana Afroz Bappy’s latest art exhibition, “A Meditation on Peace,” opened at Dwip Gallery in Lalmatia on October 3rd. The exhibition, curated by Shehzad Chowdhury, marks Bappy’s second solo showcase and was inaugurated with Art. Luva Nahid Chowdhury, Director General of Bengal Foundation, as the chief guest.
Born in 1971, Bappy holds MFA and BFA degrees in printmaking from the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka. Inspired by the pandemic-induced lockdowns that confined many to their homes, including herself, Bappy turned to her creative expressions to navigate the anxiety and emotions brought on by the global crisis.
Visitors to Dwip Gallery are greeted by Bappy’s captivating abstract paintings, which have a mesmerizing effect, inducing a meditative state in viewers. The interplay of colors in her artwork, transitioning seamlessly from one hue to another, forms abstract shapes with a rich color palette. The fluidity and precision of the lines, along with the intriguing shapes within the paintings, evoke a sense of tranquility and wonder. The exhibition also offers an immersive audio-visual experience, courtesy of artists Adittya Arzu Siam and Ehfaz Rezwan.
Describing her artistic process, Bappy revealed that creating these paintings served as a form of meditation and reflection during the long hours of isolation. Curator Shehzad Chowdhury praised Bappy’s art for its dynamic yet minimalist approach. Despite starting this journey during the COVID lockdown, Bappy has chosen to continue exploring themes of healing, reflection, and meditation in her work.
The “A Meditation on Peace” exhibition at Dwip Gallery will be open to the public until October 12, 2025, inviting art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in Bappy’s introspective and evocative creations.