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Well, WELL, well - Sunday in Hindustan Times, October 06, 2024
Rashmi Ghosh is obsessed with Stepwells, which is probably a good thing- since there are thousands of these ancient beauties in India, and not much documentation of them. See how the Pune accountant got started, tour the most unique wells she visited, and find out which she dreams of seeing next.
Stepwells in the shapes of swords and keys; others that look like giant works of origami art basking in the sun... Rashmi Ghosh, a Chartered Accountant from Pune, has stepwells on her mind.
Step in Time - New India Express Sunday, July 21, 2024
Ghosh’s obsession led her to more than 40 stepwells in various states, engaging with guides, locals and archaeologists.
"We do not choose our obsessions, they choose us,” expounds Rashmi Ghosh. In 2022, the 57-year-old artist visited a 17th century stepwell in Karad, Maharashtra, and was captivated by the pattern of its steps, columns and platforms that descended in harmonious order into the earth. It spurred her to document these unique medieval structures.
Ghosh’s obsession led her to more than 40 stepwells in various states, engaging with guides, locals and archaeologists. Her passionate peregrinations culminated in her solo art exhibition held in Pune, Mapping of Stepwells: A Visual Narrative which showcased 20 photographs and 28 in mixed media.
Exploring India's Ancient Stepwells: A Journey through Art in Pune - Pune Pulse, June 21, 2024
Renowned artist Rashmi Ghosh, a former Chartered Accountant, traces her fascination with Stepwells to a pivotal visit to Naktya Ravlyachi Vihir in Karad in 2022. This inspired her to explore 40 stepwells across India. Her art evolving from figurative drawings to a profound study of Stepwells, captures their intricate fractal geometry and cultural motifs. Her Solo exhibition titled 'Mapping Stepwells: A Visual Narrative" curated by Nalini Malviya and hosted by IGA Galleria will be held at the Monalisa Kalagram in Koregaon Park from June 21-30.
City -based artist to highlight India's ancient stepwells - Times of India, June 24, 2024
An upcoming exhibition in the city will view India's ancient stepwells from a fresh perspective, aiming to raise awareness about these architectural marvels alongside highlighting their vital role in the realm of water conservation - especially in the face of climate change.
Chartered Accountant turned - artist Rashmi Ghosh, whose art will be on display at the event, traces her fascination with stepwells back to when she visited the Naktya Ravlyachi Vihair in Karad.
Explore the forgotten marvels of India - Unwind, TOI, June 21, 2024
India's forgotten marvels, the Stepwells, a symbol of ancient Indian ingenuity and architectural expertise, are set to take center stage in a unique mixed media exhibition titled "Mapping Stepwells: A Visual Narrative". The exhibition is being presented by artist Rashmi Ghosh and curated by Nalini Malaviya. The exhibition is an effort to offer a fresh perspective on stepwells to encourage people to explore India's diverse heritage offerings.