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Anand Prakash is an Indian freelance artist (printer) based in Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh, India. He has been actively working in the field of visual arts for over 16 years and is recognized for receiving the National Award from Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi.
Early Life
Anand Prakash was born on 15 September 1981.
Education
Professional Art Education
- 2013 – MFA, Raja Mansingh Tomar University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- 2006 – BFA, University of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
- 1995 – IGD, Government of Maharashtra
General Education
- 2001 – Bachelor of Arts, University of Allahabad
- 1997 – 10+2, K.P. Inter College, Allahabad
- 1995 – 10th, Allahabad Inter College, Uttar Pradesh Board
Career
Anand Prakash has built a career as a freelance artist specializing in printmaking and contemporary visual arts. He has participated in numerous national and international exhibitions, art camps, and workshops.
He has been associated with major cultural institutions and has showcased his work in leading art galleries across India.
Awards
- 2018 – Jagdish Swaminathan Award, Madhya Pradesh State Rupankar Kala Parishad, Bhopal
- 2010 – 52nd National Academy Award, Lalit Kala Akademi, Ministry of Culture, Government of India
- 2009 – Camlin Award, Northern Region Art Exhibition, New Delhi
- 2007 – AIFACS Award (Painting), New Delhi
- 2006 – State Lalit Kala Academy Award, Lucknow
- 2005 – Youth Festival Award (Painting), Deen Dayal Upadhyay University
Fellowship
- 2009–2010 – Junior Artist Fellowship, Ministry of Culture, Government of India
Solo Exhibitions
- 2023 – “Curiosity – The Unfamiliar & Unseen”, Dhoomimal Art Centre, New Delhi
- 2020 – “Series of Roopabah”, Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal
- 2014 – “Antahkaran”, Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi
- 2012 – “Amurt Ki Anant Yatra-II”, ICCR, Bhopal
- 2011 – “Amurt Ki Anant Yatra-I”, Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi
Group Exhibitions
Anand Prakash has participated in numerous group exhibitions across India including venues like Jehangir Art Gallery (Mumbai), Bharat Bhavan (Bhopal), Lalit Kala Akademi (Delhi), and other prominent galleries in Kolkata, Baroda, Indore, and New Delhi.
Art Camps and Workshops
He has actively participated in national and international art camps including events organized by Lalit Kala Akademi, NCZCC, Bharat Bhavan, and international collaborations in Sweden and South Korea.
Projects
- 2019 – Conceptual design project for NTPC, Meja, Prayagraj
Films
- 2015 – “Coming Into Existence”
- 2015 – “Light, Shadow and Enforcement”
- 2014 – “Time & Life”
- 2013 – “The Hole”
- 2012 – “Underline”
Collections
His works are part of collections at:
- Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal
- NCZCC, Prayagraj
- NTPC, Meja
- Art Heritage Gallery (Private Collection)
- Various institutional and private collections across India
Jury and Contributions
- 2025 – Jury Panel Member, Viksit Bharat Art Contest, Allahabad Museum
- 2022 – Jury Member, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Art Competitions
- 2017 – Jury Member, Regional Institute of Education (NCERT), Bhopal
Address
Anant Niwas, House No. 1401/611, Rajrooppur, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh – 211011
Contact
- Phone: +91 9179526867, +91 9340218286
- Email: anand.prakash81@gmail.com