Between Despair and Renewal

The charcoal self-portrait dwells in loneliness, suspended in time with blurred edges as if dissolving. The landscape paintings shift toward light and hope, expressing a gradual, resilient return.

Artists

Rakesh Y.M. (Kalamandir School of Arts, Bangalore)

Medium

Charcoal on canvas; Acrylic on paper; Acrylic on canvas

Venue

BMS Warehouse, Opposite Holy Cross Church Mattancherry (Kuriachante Nada)

Timings

10AM to 6PM (Mon to Sunday)

Till March 31st, 2026

About

Rakesh Y.M. presents a body of work exploring the emotional journey between despair and renewal.

A Profile in Bleaklight is a charcoal self-portrait dwelling in loneliness—suspended in time, depicted with blurred edges as if dissolving, unreachable within surroundings.

In contrast, Gate to Infinity and Spirit of Silence shift toward light and hope. These landscape paintings employ soft colors and upward gestures, expressing a gradual, resilient return.

Together, the pieces hold dual truths: the feeling of being stuck in isolation and the quiet, persistent resilience that slowly propels us forward.

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