Kolkata Ink Studio presented a group exhibition of graphic art at Gallery Charubasona, featuring 18 artists who each contributed two disc-shaped copperplates and matching prints. The works ranged from Manik Kumar Ghosh's clever double-disc brassiere to Partha Pratim Deb's absurd clownish figures, Laxma Goud's restrained goddess imagery, and Rm. Palaniappan's three-dimensional illusions. Other highlights included Siddhartha Ghosh's identity-less human figures, Sukla Poddar's environmental themes, and Swapnesh Vaigankar's archaeological inspirations. The exhibition was described as neat but lacking in challenge, with most works in monochrome and only faint touches of color.
The exhibition matters because it showcases the ongoing tradition of graphic art in Kolkata while testing artists' ability to work within a restrictive circular format. However, the review suggests that despite the technical skill on display, the works failed to push boundaries or exceed expectations, raising questions about the balance between decorative appeal and artistic innovation in group shows. The mixed participation of established and emerging artists also highlights the generational dynamics within India's printmaking community.