Ratnakar's paintings and drawings are free from western art influences and deliberately ignored so called Indian urban sensibilities. But they are ver

Ratnakar's paintings and drawings are free from western art influences and deliberately ignored so called Indian urban sensibilities. But they are very much contemporary. They are the representatives of rural India .

Ratnakar has deep understanding of socio-economic, socio-cultural and socio-political conflicts of north Indian states and their knowledge reflects in his works and often strengthens it. His bold and powerful lines make his work distinctive and his bright colours make them inspiring.

 

Vinod Verma

Producer,

BBC WORLD SERVICE