There are two directions artists can take in their work. Most establish a distinctive, easily recognizable style, and then remain in that groove. But for Shakti Maira, an artist, sculptor and print maker, things are totally different. His work done over a period of time, when brought together, may look more like a group show. The freedom to strike out in new directions is a true expression of his creativity, which could be described as 'formed resonance'. His materials and styles move with, and respond to, his life journey.
'Formed resonance' – an exhibition of sculptures in wood and bronze, by Shakti Maira, is a celebration of art which is an intimate engagement between the artist's mind and hands. In this exhibition, Shakti will present three-dimensional and two-dimensional works that are created through marks and strokes. There are four groups of drawings in this show .A set of 'Figure Drawings' , a small suite of ink drawings and paintings titled 'Mother India and Her Sons' that Shakti did when the Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid tensions were roiling in India, saddened by what India's sons were doing to a pluralistic nation , a few charcoal drawings that celebrate music and singing, and lastly, a recent group of drawings called 'The Origin of Form'. It will be inaugurated by Krishen Khanna today.