| Medium | : | Watercolour |
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| Surface | : | Paper |
| Height | : | 11.75 inch / 29.8 cm |
| Width | : | 8.25 inch / 21 cm |
| Style | : | Figurative Paintings |
| Dimension | : | W: 21 cm × H: 29.8 cm |
| Year | : | 2026 |
An expressive watercolor of a mother walking with her child, blending simplicity and emotion through fluid ink lines, soft washes, and subtle color accents that evoke strength and quiet resilience.
Gouranga Beshai | Untitled | Watercolour on Paper | 11.75 x 8.25 inches
This artwork carries a gentle rhythm of movement, as if the figure is walking not just through space, but through life itself. A mother strides forward with quiet determination, her child resting securely against her shoulder. There is no dramatic gesture here — only the calm, steady resilience of everyday existence.
Rendered in expressive watercolour and ink, the figure emerges through soft washes and confident, minimal lines. The monochrome palette is subtly interrupted by bursts of deep blue and warm ochre, adding emotional depth without overwhelming the simplicity of the composition. These accents feel almost like fleeting thoughts or memories — present, yet not fully defined.
In one hand, she carries what appears to be a bag, while the other loosely holds an umbrella — symbols of daily routine, protection, and preparedness. Yet, despite these grounded elements, there is a lightness in her presence. Her posture is upright, her gaze calm, almost introspective, as if she carries her responsibilities with quiet grace rather than burden.
The child, gently leaning into her, adds a layer of tenderness and trust. Together, they form a narrative of care, movement, and endurance. The background remains largely untouched, allowing the viewer to focus on this intimate journey — one that feels deeply personal, yet universally understood.
Born in 1968 in West Bengal, this self taught artist shows a great influence of Hemendra Mukherjee in his depiction of the female figures. As a realist artist his usage of colour too brings to life the figurative study in detail. Gouranga has exhibited his works through several solo shows in Kolkata, and Mumbai and participated in many annual shows over the years in Kolkata and Delhi and participated in innumerable groups’ shows in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Hyderabad.
He has attended many camps as follows: Several Art Camps in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Sikkim; Art Auction in Aid of Tsunami victims at Calcutta Swimming Club, 2005. He is the recipient of several awards as mentioned: Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata Atul Bose’s Award & Academy’s Award, 1999; Reflection of Another Day (RAD) Aranya Award 2003; Vicharmanch, Indra Dugar Samman (Awards) 2005; Govt. of Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) Awards 2012; Colours Land Art Academy Certificate of Excellence 2014.
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