About
Binay Sinha
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I spent my childhood in Ranchi, Jharkhand, a region once renowned for its natural beauty and serene, hilly landscapes. Growing up there, I had the privilege of immersing myself in the tranquility of nature, which fostered a deep sense of solitude and introspection. The environment allowed me to connect with the natural world in a way that profoundly influenced my artistic sensibilities, providing a strong foundation for my future endeavors in art.
For my formal art studies, I moved to Varanasi, one of the most culturally and spiritually significant cities in India. Known as the spiritual heart of the nation, Varanasi is a place where the sacred and the artistic intertwine seamlessly. The city’s rich heritage, its ancient traditions, and the profound energy emanating from its ghats and temples, left an indelible mark on me. Varanasi’s vibrant culture, its deep-rooted spiritual practices, and the constant ebb and flow of life along the Ganges River all became vital sources of inspiration for my art.
In pursuit of further artistic growth, I later moved to Delhi, the dynamic capital of India. Delhi, with its fast-paced life, modernity, and diverse cultural influences, was a sharp contrast to the tranquil and spiritual atmosphere of Ranchi and Varanasi. In Delhi, I encountered a rapidly evolving urban landscape where tradition and contemporary life intersected, challenging me to adapt and reframe my artistic approach. The city's energy, its hustle and bustle, as well as its rich historical heritage, provided a new dimension to my art practice.
These three cities—Ranchi, Varanasi, and Delhi—are vastly different in their essence, each offering distinct experiences that have shaped both my personality and my artistic journey. Ranchi nurtured my connection to nature, Varanasi enriched my understanding of spiritual and cultural heritage, and Delhi introduced me to the complexities of modern life. Together, these influences have woven a tapestry of experiences that inform my art practice today. My work reflects India’s ancient traditions, intertwined with the vibrant forms of nature, while also engaging with contemporary realities. Through my art, I seek to explore and celebrate the convergence of these diverse worlds, capturing the timeless essence of Indian culture while navigating the rapidly changing world around me.
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Date and place of birth
19th June 1977, Ranchi, Jharkhand
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Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts- 1998 Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
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Experience
- Worked as illustrator – Computers Today, India Today group (1998 – 2002)
- Working as Chief Illustrator – Business Standard Newspaper (2002 - Present)
Fair Booths
2022 - LA Art Show - Gallery 1202
2022 - LA Art Show - Gallery 1202
2021 - LA Art Show - Gallery 1202
2020 - LA Art Show - Gallery 1202
2019 - Kolkata Art Fair, CIMA, India
2017 - Kolkata Art Fair, CIMA, India
2017 - Jaipur Art Summit, India
Solo and Two-Person Show
2020 - A Pairing in India, Gilroy, California
2016 - Contemporary Colors, Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery, Mumbai, India
2016 - Not Missing Anything Important, AIFACS, New Delhi, India
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Selected Group Shows
2024 - 97th Annual All India Art Exhibition, AIFACS, Delhi
2021 - Looking back in 20/20, Gallery 1202, Gilroy, California
2019 -Taste of Life at gallery ARTPEGAZS Art Gallery, Riga, Latvia
- Collections and Interpretations, Anant Art Gallery at Times of India DesignX, Taj Palace, New Delhi
- And trace in leaves and flowers that round me lie, Anant Art Gallery, Delhi
- Parables & Paradoxes - Apparao Gallery and Anant Art Gallery at The Lodhi, Delhi
- Kolkata Art Fair, CIMA Art Gallery
2018 - Lokmanya Tilak art Exhibition, Pune, India
- All India Annual Exhibition, The Art Society of India, Jehangir Art Gallery,
- Confluence’ 18, international art contest, Galerie Art Eterne
2017 - Goa Affordable Art Fest, Museum of Goa, India
- Thoughts by the river, Galera, Užupis Art Incubator, Vilnius, Lithuania
- 7th All India Digital Art Exhibition, AIFACS, Delhi
- 9th All India Portrait Exhibition, All India Fine Art and Craft Society, Delhi
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Awards
2024 - 97th Annual all India art exhibition award, All India fine art and craft society, Delhi
2019- Bhaiyasaheb Dmkar Smruti Award from Lokmanya Tilak All India Art Exhibition, Pune
2016 - 6th All India Digital Art Exhibition, All India Fine Arts & Crafts Society, New Delhi
1996 - Gold Medal - East zone Inter University youth festival, Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Darbhanga, Bihar
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Artist Residency
2017 - One-month residency at Užupis art incubator, Vilnius, Lithuania
Publication
Artwork featured in the World Bank Report on water conservation
2009 - Business Standard political profiles, a collection of articles published as a book by Business Standard, includes portraits created by me.
2012 - Table for Two – In conversation with power, fame, and glory, a collection of articles published as a book by Business Standard, features portraits created by me.
2023 - The book India’s finance ministers – from independence to emergency (1947-1977), authored by A.K. Bhattacharya, features illustrations created by me. It was published by Penguin books.
2024 the book India’s finance ministers – stumbling into reforms (1977-1998), written by A.K. Bhattacharya, includes illustrations by me. It was published by Penguin books.