The Architecture of Life

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  • Praween Karmakar

I chose this title because the painting doesn’t just show people working; it shows people becoming the structure of their world. The figures are stacked and interwoven, suggesting that society is built not just of bricks and mortar, but of the collective effort of every individual.
Elaborating on the Artwork
This painting is a masterful exploration of humanity, toil, and interconnectedness. Here is a breakdown of why it resonates:
* The Central Presence: At the heart of the chaos is a large, smiling face. This suggests a “spirit of the worker” or a personification of resilience. Despite the heavy baskets and physical strain depicted around them, the central expression is one of warmth and dignity, grounding the entire composition.

25 x 36 inches
Watercolor on Paper
Vertical Rectangle
Clear
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ABOUT PRAWEEN KARMAKAR
Layers of Heritage and Time

Artist Praween Karmakar is a freelance artist based in Jharkhand with several notable achievements to his credit. He won the Best Entry Award at the Camlin Art Contest held at the Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata. He was also among the selected artists who painted the boundary wall mural of the JPSC Office as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative.

His artworks are displayed at the JSCA Stadium, Dhurwa, as well as at the State Museum, Hotwar. Praween Karmakar is a member of the International Watercolor Society and the Indian Institute of Creative Art and Painting.

He primarily works with watercolors on Fabriano paper, creating evocative landscapes, still-life compositions, and figurative artworks. His practice reflects a sensitive handling of light, color, and everyday subjects through the transparent and expressive medium of watercolor.

Size

25 x 36 inches

Medium

Watercolor on Paper

Orientation

Vertical