Inscribed Landscapes by Alok Bal

Alok Bal’s art masterfully intertwines activism with lyrical beauty, addressing ecological and social injustices while celebrating community resilience. Set against lush landscapes, his works reflect a deep emotional bond with nature, portraying it as both sanctuary and conflict. Transitioning from earlier urban scenes, Bal’s recent pieces arise from a post-Covid exploration of human-nature connections, showcasing his unique figurative style that evolves through constant transformation.
Through serene colours, flying figures and skillfully crafted motifs, Bal invites viewers to journey beyond surface appearances. While the foreground captivates with lyrical sophistication, it ultimately reveals the insecurities and materialism of modern existence. His art eloquently portrays a world often overlooked, where nostalgia and emotion intersect with a vivid critique of egotism and voyeurism, challenging us to confront the deeper truths of our environment and society.
Bal, a graduate of the Faculty of Fine Arts, M.S. University, Baroda, has developed an idiom distinctively his own, influenced by British and American Pop artists. His work critiques humanity's instinct to dominate nature, using irony to convey both fascination and disillusionment with metropolitan life.

This exhibition is in collaboration with Gallery White.