PRADARSHAK
At 60 square feet, Pradarshak easily is the smallest gallery
in India. And quite unapologetic about it. Savita Hira, who owns and
runs the gallery, does not consider the lack of space to be a problem.
In fact, it presents a welcome challenge to artists who are used to
larger galleries and bigger works. Depending upon the sizes of the
work, about 10 to 18 exhibits can be displayed here. Pradarshak is
the result of a passion for art, and is part of the interior design
studio of Lalit Hira. Now 6 years old, the gallery began as a platform
for young and upcoming artists; many of whom had their first solo
shows here. Today it features all manner of artists - established,
lesser known, as well as unknown ones.
Address: 110 Kalpana building, 338, 12th road, Khar
(W),
Mumbai - 400 052.
Phone: 91-22-2646 2681
Timings: 11 am to 7 pm (Sundays closed)
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GALLERIA
Galleria was started in 1995 by Ritu Prakash, an art lover who
wanted to provide an avenue for artists to exhibit their works. Galleria
patronises both established as well as young artists. It is has a
comfortable unpretentious atmosphere. The gallery is also into exclusive
furniture and often features both old and new furniture, as well as
restored pieces.
Address: 369, Dadabhai Naoroji Road, Fort, Mumbai,
400 001.
Phone: 91-22-2284 1837
Timings: 10:30 am to 6:30 pm |
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CYMROZA
ART GALLERY
 Since
its inception Cymroza Art Gallery has aimed to "create an identity
for itself as an important point of interaction between artist,
viewer, buyer and collector." Over the years, it has hosted the
works of established and lesser-known painters, sculptors, ceramists,
photographers and printmakers.
The exhibition is often accompanied by the production of artists'
portfolios. The gallery also hosts lectures and discussions related
to the arts. Quite appropriately, the gallery calls itself "a
centre for interdisciplinary education in contemporary art."
Address: Hormos Nelson Bld,72, Bhulabhai Desai Road,
Mumbai - 400 026.
Phone: 91-22-2367 1755, 2367 1983
Timings: 10 am to 8 pm
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GALLERY
TAO
One of the most recent additions to the city's art scene, Gallery
Tao opened on January 28th, 2000, with an exhibition titled
'Sacred Space' featuring S H Raza, Sujata Bajaj, Prabhakar Kolte,
Vijay Shinde and Anant Nikam. The gallery, a presentation of art
lover Kalpana Shah, is located within an impressive atrium at Sarjan
Plaza in Worli. It plans to present shows of established and upcoming
artists and use its unconventional space to artistic advantage by
experimenting with installation art, interactive workshops, etc.
Address: Sarjan Plaza, 100,
Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli,
Mumbai - 400 018.
Phone: 91-22-2491 8585
Timings: 10:30 am to 6:30 pm (Sundays closed)
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LAKEEREN
ART GALLERY
Lakeeren Art Gallery is devoted to contemporary art.
It started in 1995 and has hosted over 45 shows and events related
to contemporary art in India. Managed by Arshiya Lokhandwala, the
gallery intends to "create awareness of contemporary art by providing
a forum for appreciation of art and art form through knowledge-based
interaction." It provides a platform for upcoming and established
artists. The exhibitions at the gallery are usually accompanied with
adequate documentation. Some of the more important exhibitions of
curatorial significance at Lakeeren have been 'Aparanta', 'Icons of
the Millenium', and 'The Looking Glass Self'. Some of the artists
who have been featured at Lakeeren include Akbar Padamsee, Laxman
Shreshtha, Prabhakar Kolte and Nasreen Mohamedi.
Address: 185, S V Road, opposite Golden Tobacco, Vile Parle
(West), Mumbai - 400 056.
Phone: 91-22-2671 8983
Timings: 11 am to 7 pm (Mondays closed) |
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ART
RESOURCE TRUST
Art Resource Trust is a small
art gallery that is dedicated to Indian contemporary art. Located
in the bustle of Nariman Point's business district, the gallery
usually showcases affordable works of young and upcoming artists.
Exhibitions -- usually held once a month -- are sponsored by it.
The Trust that was set up with the intention of promoting fine arts
in India and abroad, has a lot of parallel activities with charitable
causes.
Address: 9, Tulsiani
Chambers, Ground Floor, Free Press Journal Road, Nariman Point,
Mumbai - 400 021.
Phone: 91-22-2281 0717 / 18
Timings: 9:30 am to 7 pm (9:30 am to 6 pm on Sundays)
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