ABOUT SULAKSHANA DEVIDAS DHARMADHIKARI
Love for Nature
(b. 10th June 1975, Pune, Maharashtra)
Sulakshana Dharmadhikari is a celebrated Indian artist known for her evocative oil paintings that beautifully intertwine nature’s serenity with human emotions. Born in Pune, Maharashtra, and raised in Satara, she pursued a Diploma in Digital Electronics from KPB College of Engineering, Satara. However, her deep-rooted passion for art, nurtured since childhood, led her to a creative path. Despite her technical education, she dedicated herself to painting, learning from senior artists and refining her artistic voice through continuous experimentation.
Her monotone series, in contrast, delves into the resilience of the human spirit. Using a subdued grayscale palette interspersed with bursts of color—blue, red, and yellow—she symbolizes hope emerging from adversity. This series reflects the emotional journey of individuals as they navigate life’s challenges, with light serving as a guiding force amidst darkness.
Over the years, Dharmadhikari has showcased her work in several prestigious exhibitions across India. Her solo exhibitions include:
- 2018 – PN Gadgil Art Gallery, Pune
- 2010 – Gallery Leela, Mumbai
She has also been a part of numerous esteemed group shows, including:
- 2022 – The Form Art, Delhi
- 2022 – Fabulous 5, My Indian Art, Kolkata
- 2021 – Khushi Art Foundation, Delhi
- 2021 – Indi Galleriya, Delhi
- 2021 – Studio 3, India Art Fair, Mumbai
- 2020 – Online show Nature by Gallery Veda, Chennai
- 2020 – Online show Art Zest by Banyan Art Gallery, Ludhiana
- 2019-20 – GAAF @ Museum of Goa
- 2019 – Artists’ Centre, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai
- 2018 – Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery, Pune (Art Bit World Women’s Day National Group Show)
- 2018 – Khajuraho International Art Festival, Madhya Pradesh
- 2018 – Society of Indian Marine Artists, Balgandharva, Pune
- 2016 – Sea Scape by SIMA, Balgandharva, Pune
- 2005 – Rama Art Gallery, Aurangabad
- 2002 – Khushboo Art Gallery, Pune
- 1998 – Shahu Smarak, Kolhapur
Her dedication to the arts has earned her numerous accolades, solidifying her reputation as a distinguished painter.
Sulakshana Dharmadhikari’s work is not merely an aesthetic endeavor—it is a heartfelt narrative that urges viewers to reconnect with nature’s tranquility and the enduring power of hope. Her art bridges nostalgia with contemporary existence, serving as a gentle reminder of the beauty that surrounds us. Whether through the soft luminescence of a flower or the bold strokes of resilience in her monotone series, her paintings resonate with collectors and art lovers alike, offering a sanctuary of peace and reflection.
