Puja Sarkar - Biography
My name is Puja Sarkar; I am from Kolkata, a metropolitan city of India. I was born and brought up in Kolkata. I completed MFA (Master of Fine Arts)2009 & BFA (Bachelor of Visual Arts)2007 (Specialization in Painting with 1st class) from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India and since then I have been working as a professional artist for 15 years. In 2010 I received a prestigious Award that was given by Book Art Press, New York, USA . I have participated in Fifteen International Sponsored Exhibitions (Including Solo Show) and more than Hundred National Exhibitions (including Eighty Sponsored Shows) and also participated National Painting Camp and Workshops.
in 2008, I have been invited in a prestigious show artists of Chittagong & Kolkata titled "Vicinity" which was sponsored & organized by Assistant High Commission of India, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
In 2022 I awarded - JUNIOR FELLOWSHIP in Painting2019-2020, By CCRT, Ministry of Culture, Gov.t of India, New Delhi.
I have been invited and appointed as an honorable Judge in the jury panel or Chief Guest for many prestigious awards sponsored and organized by Government of India, Government of West Bengal and private sectors related to art and culture.. My works have been reviewed by the leading National and International Newspapers, Magazines etc. and I have also been interviewed in electronic media as well.
Beside my main stream profession, I founded an Artist Group in 2009 named “SMS” A Group of Artists which has been continuously performing many Art Events, Shows, and Exhibitions for the past ten years quite successfully.
Beside my creative activities I feel urge to contribute to the society by standing beside the ill treated, helpless and deprived people and therefore I have been involved with various social events and activities since the beginning of my student life. I have been actively working as a social activist for the last ten years. To promote this noble cause, I founded a wing of my "SMS" Group named “SMS Group Social Works”. As “SMS” A Group of Artists, we contribute foods, clothes, books and stationery on regular basis to the orphanages and homes so that these deprived people can feel better and take a sigh of relief.
I also work professionally as an Art Instructor, Illustrator, Interior Designer, and working as VIDA fashion designer.
I always believe and focus on my work and fulfill by my own self. I think what I achieve in my life is the result of consequence of nourishment my own talent and restless hard works with determinations, honesty, and believing in my inner self. I have been passing through tough hurdles and struggles of life, a lot of abundances, pains, and rejections. However, nothing can stop me to nurture and continue my creative journey and visualizing my dreams. Failure rejections only make me more fearless and stronger. With zeal and zest I am working hard to reach my goal.
Puja Sarkar
Painter, Curator & Social Activist
State Cultural Secretary – AIRA International Reporter’s Association
Founder Director of “SMS” A GROUP OF ARTISTS (Artistic & Social Organization)
Studio Address – 48 / 3 Rishi Arabinda Sarani, Flat No – 4,
2nd Floor, Kolkata – 700090, West Bengal, India.
Mobile - +91 - 9748111642 / 9433226233 (INDIA)
Email – poojasarkar.artist@gmail.com / puja.artist@gmail.com
Website - www.poojasarkarart.com / www.pujasarkarart.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pujasarkar.artist/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/poojasarkarart/
Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/puja.sarkar.1848
You Tube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmv5xkSwkbMRytEPecBFwuw
Educational Profile:
2009: MFA (Master of Fine Arts) 1st Class with Specialization (Honors) in Painting from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India.
2007: BVA (Bachelor of Visual Arts) 1st Class with Specialization (Honors) in Painting from Rabindra Bharati University,
Kolkata, India.
2004: 6th Year in Fine Arts from Sarba Bharatiya Charu Kala Mandir (All India Fine Arts Association) Registered with The Govt. of West Bengal, India.
2003: “Chitra Visharad Final” (5th Year) in Fine Arts (Painting) from Pracheen Kala Kendra Chandigarh, India.
2003: 6th Year in Painting from Surabharati Sangeet Parishad, Registered with The Govt. of West Bengal, India.
Awards, Achievements, Honors & Grants:
2022: Junior Fellowship in Painting 2019-2020, Awarded by: Centre for Cultural Resources & Training (CCRT), Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India, New Delhi.
2010: Award - Paintings Published in the 2010-2011 Edition of “New Art International’’ Art Book Book Art Press, New York, USA.
2006: Scholarship Student Stipend from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India
Exhibitions: Solo Shows (NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL) :
2021 : Worldwide Art Movement, Presented “SOLO ART SHOW” the Prestigious Solo Showcase on the Official “Worldwide Art Movement” You Tube Channel on 23rd June, 2021.
2021 : Art Family India Presented “International Women Art Fair” the Prestigious Solo Showcase on the Official “Art Family” Page on Facebook on 7th Feb, 2021
2020 : Foundation of Art & Culture Bhopal NGO Organization, Presented at Online Solo Exhibition of Puja Sarkar on 30th December 2020 (Artist Birthday Tribute) on Facebook.
2020 : Solo Online Exhibition of Painting Organized by VIMOHI on December 2020 at www.vimohi.com.
2014 – 2016 : “ The Eye Within ’’ Organization, Presented at Online Sponsored Solo Exhibition of Puja Sarkar Since 26th April 2014 to 31st July 2016. - http://www.indianmasterpainters.com/exhibitions/index.asp
2010 : Solo Exhibition of Paintings in ‘’Ananda Mela 2010’’ California Presented & Sponsored by Bay Area Prabasi, A Nonprofit Organization, California, USA. (www.prabasi.org)
Camps: 2017 : National Painting Camp, Sponsored & Organized by Lalit Kala Akademi , Regional Centre (Kolkata), in Collaboration with Vibgyor Media Solution, at Pobitora, Guwahati , Assam, from 1st Dec to 5th Dec, 2017.
Workshops:
2019: "SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized & Sponsored a Painting Workshop with a Unique Idea - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE on 23rd October, 2019 at Baithak Khana Cafe, 11E, Guru Prosad Chowdhury Lane, Kolkata- 700006, West Bengal, India.
2019: Invited Artist at ABID ART WORKSHOP at the ABID Interiors Fair, 2019. Organized & Sponsored by ABID from 19th January to 25th January 2019 at Science City | EM By Pass, Kolkata,
2018: Painting Workshop of Kolkata Art Festival 2018, Organized & Sponsored by “BONDHU” NGO on 13th April, 2018 at The Spring Club, E.M Bypass, Kolkata India.
2008: Workshop on Fresco Painting (Fresco Buno) with Prof. Nandadulal Mukherjee (Head of the Department – Painting, Viswa Bharati University Santiniketan), Organized & Sponsored by Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India.
ART RESIDENCY:
2023 : Invited at National Art Residency Programme in Kannur by Kerala Lalitkala Akademi.
INTERNATIONAL : Participations, Group Shows, Competitions & Art Fairs:
1. 2022: International Sponsored Show at 5th PASA FESTIVAL , KORIA and VIETNAM
2. 2021: International Art Show, Sponsored &Organized by Daejeon International Arts Exchange Association, KORIA
3. 2020 : International Art Exhibition on Covid-19, Organized by Indian Royal Academy of Art And Culture.
4. 2019: Winner Women Artist of “ HER STORY ” which celebrates the idea of Feminism, Women Empowerment and Social Responsibility” Project - Sponsored by SeeMe Gallery from 28th – 31st March, 2019 at: The Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea, New York, United States, USA.
5. 2016: " Creators Deserve to be Seen" Project ” -- ‘’The Beauty of Art - Sponsored by SeeMe Gallery. on 8th June, 2016 at: 4 Times Square New York, NY, USA .
6. 2015: '' The Voice of the Artist '' SCOPE Art Fair. Sponsored by Scope Art from 1st-6th December at Miami Beach, FLORIDA 33139 USA.
7. 2010: Paintings Selected to Appear in the 2011 - 2012 Edition of ''New Art International'' Art Book Sponsored & Published by Book Art Press, New York, USA.
8. 2008: Artists of Chittagong & Kolkata titled “Vicinity” Sponsored & Organized by Assistant High Commission of India, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Curated Shows by Puja Sarkar :
2023 : Curated A Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures “VIBRANT HUES, SPIRITED FORMS” Curated by Puja Sarkar Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 14th February 2023 to 26th February, 2023 at Smart Art Gallery, Newtown.
2021 : Curated an International Online Art Exhibition “CONCAVE & CONVEX” of Contemporary Sculptors Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 1st October 2021 to 31st December, 2021 at www.smsgroupartist.com
2021: SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized a Talk Show (LIVE) - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE (6th Edition) TOPIC – “PRACTICE WITH PURE MEDIUM IN PAINTING” on 21 April, 2021 on Facebook Live
2020: Curated a National Online Art Exhibition “EMPATHY” for a Noble Cause to Support Affected Artists by this COVID-19 Pandemic. Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 7th December 2020 to 31st January, 2021 at www.smsgroupartist.com
2020: SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized a Talk Show (LIVE) - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE (5th Edition) TOPIC – “DURGA PUJA ART” IN THE NEW NORMAL SITUATION” on 14th October, 2020 on Facebook Live
2020: SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized a Talk Show (LIVE) - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE (4th Edition) TOPIC – “PRACTICE OF SCULPTURES IN THE NEW NORMAL SITUATION” on 10th July, 15th July, 20th July, 2020 on Facebook Live
2020: SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized a Talk Show (LIVE) - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE (3rd Edition) TOPIC – “PRINTMAKING TODAY” on 15th June, 2020 at ZOOM App
2020: SMS" A GROUP OF ARTISTS Organized a Talk Show (LIVE) - ADDA WITH CHOBI & COFFEE (2nd Edition) TOPIC – ARTISTS IN LOCKDOWN on 8th June, 2020 at ZOOM App
NATIONAL : Participations, Group Shows, Competitions & Art Fairs:
Participations :
2023: ART INDIA GALLERY Presented an International Women’s Art Award Organized by Art India Gallery, at www.artindiagallery.online New Delhi, India...
2023: My Profile Featured in ‘MOJARJO ARTIST OF THE WEEK’ by MOJARJO, at www.mojarto.com Kolkata, India...
2023: 56th Annual Exhibition 2023 Sponsored by BIRLA ACADEMY OF ART & CULTURE Kolkata, India...
2021 :Camel Art Foundation Presented ‘Annual Art & Design Contest 2021’ Sponsored Exhibition, Kolkata, India.
2021: Invited Artist in KEEN Kolkata, Online Exhibition of Artist of Kolkata, Organized & Sponsored FACB Foundation.
2021: Invited Artist in All Bengal Art Festival 2021, Organized & Sponsored by Barasat Academy of Culture, Kolkata.
2020 :Camel Art Foundation Presented ‘Annual Art & Design Contest 2020’ Sponsored Exhibition, Kolkata, India
2019 : “Charukala Exhibition 2019” Sponsored & Organized “Rajya Charukala Parisad”-Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department from 24th Nov to 3rd Dec, 2019 at Academy of Fine Arts, Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata,India.
2019 : Invited Artist in Kolkata Art Festival 2019, Exhibition Organized & Sponsored by “BONDHU - Ek Asha” NGO from 15th February to 17th February, 2019 at Mohor Kunja, Cathedral Road, Kolkata, India.
2019 : ANNUAL ALL INDIA FINE ARTS EXHIBITION 2019 Sponsored & Organized by Academy of Fine Arts from 29th Dec to 9th January, 2019 at Academy of Fine Arts, Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata, India.
2018 : Invited Artist in Kolkata Art Festival 2018, Exhibition Organized & Sponsored by “BONDHU” NGO from 12th April to 14th April, 2018 at The Spring Club, E.M Bypass, Kolkata India.
2018: 51st Annual Exhibition 2018 Sponsored by BIRLA ACADEMY OF ART & CULTURE Kolkata, India...
2017 : “Charukala Exhibition 2017” Sponsored & Organized “Rajya Charukala Parisad”-Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Academy of Fine Arts, Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata,India.
2017: “81st ANNUAL ALL INDIA FINE ARTS EXHIBITION 2017” Sponsored & Organized by Academy of Fine Arts Kolkata, India.
2016: Invited & Selected Artist & Sponsored by IMA Foundation (London) , for ANUBHAV Tour Exhibitions in 3 Cities The Schedules are :
1st ANUBHAV Exhibition is in Ahmadabad at the Hutheesing Visual Art Centre 2nd, 3rd and 4th December 2016.
2nd ANUBHAV Exhibition is in Jaipur at the IV Jaipur Art Summit. IMA Foundation Collaborating with the Jaipur Art Summit team to produce the fourth edition of the Jaipur Art Summit 7th to 11th December 2016.
3rd ANUBHAV Exhibition is in Vadodara at the SITE Art Space 16th and 17th December 2016. All Exhibitions are Curated by IMA Foundation and Working Together with Hutheesing Visual Art Centre Ahmadabad, Jaipur Art Summit Jaipur, SITE Art Space Vadodara, and IMA Foundation London.
2016: “Charukala Exhibition 2016” Sponsored & Organized “Rajya Charukala Parisad” - Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Academy of Fine Arts , Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata, India.
2016: Invited Artist in the Exhibition '' FREEDOM '' 2016 of Paintings, Drawings and Sculptures by Eminent Artists, Presented & Sponsored by Galerie La Mere from 15th to 26th August, 2016, Kolkata, India.
2016: Invited Artist in the Exhibition '' Parama 2016 '' of Paintings, Drawings and Sculptures by Eminent Female Artists Presented & Sponsored by Galerie La Mere from 21st February to 6 th March, 2016, Kolkata, India.
2016: All India 49th Annual Exhibition 2016 Presented & Sponsored BIRLA ACADEMY OF ART & CULTURE from 9th January to 31st January 2016, Kolkata, India.
2014: Indian Art Collectors - Art Gallery,Presented at Online Sponsored Group Show from 16th Nov to 31st December, 2014.
2014: Indian Art Collectors - Art Gallery, Presented at Online Sponsored Group Show “The Square Foot’’ from 1st to15th July, 2014.
2013: Invited Artist in Online Group Exhibition of Three Artists titled “Women Artists“ as An Honor on International Women’s Day,
Presented & Sponsored by Indian Art Collectors - Art Gallery, from 1st to 15th March 2013..
2011: City Art Factory Presented Internal Hotel Display of Contemporary Paintings at the Hotel Hindustan International,Kolkata,India
2011: City Art Factory Sponsored Internal Hotel Display of Contemporary Paintings at the Hotel Chrome, Kolkata, India.
2010: All India 43rd Annual Sponsored Exhibition of Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2009: All India 42nd Annual Sponsored Exhibition of Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2009: Annual Exhibition of Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India.
2008: All India 41st Annual Sponsored Exhibition of Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2008: International Camel Art Foundation the 9th Eastern Region Art Sponsored Exhibition, Kolkata, India
2008: Annual Exhibition of Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India.
2008: All India Sponsored Exhibition of the ‘Eye Within’, “The Golden Brush”, Kolkata, India.
2007: All India Seventy-Second Annual Fine Arts Sponsored Exhibition of Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata, India.
2004 to 2007: Annual Exhibition of Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India.
Group Shows :
2023 : Curated A Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures “VIBRANT HUES, SPIRITED FORMS” Curated by Puja Sarkar Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 14th February 2023 to 26th February, 2023 at Smart Art Gallery, Newtown.
2021 : Curated an International Online Art Exhibition “CONCAVE & CONVEX” of Contemporary Sculptors Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 1st October 2021 to 31st December, 2021 at www.smsgroupartist.com
2020: Curated a National Online Art Exhibition “EMPATHY” for a Noble Cause to Support Affected Artists by this COVID-19 Pandemic. Organized by "SMS" A Group of Artists From 7th December 2020 to 31st January, 2021 at www.smsgroupartist.com
2019: “SMS” Group Presented Online Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures “ RUPAM DEHI” at www.smsgroupartist.com
2018: “SMS” Group Presented Online Group Show of Paintings & Graphics “FREEDOM At MONSOON at www.smsgroupartist.com
2017: Group Exhibition of Fellow Members of Youth Guild in the Occasion of International Women’s Day Organized by Youth Guild for Friendship,Russian Centre of Science & Culture Kolkata at Gorky Sadan, Kolkata. India.
2015: Group Exhibition of Contemporary Artists, at Nazrultirtha Art Gallery, Kolkata, India.
2012: Group Exhibition of Recent Works at Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata India.
2012: Bliss Art Gallery Presented & Sponsored Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures of ‘’SMS’’ GROUP in Pune, India.
2011: Invited Artist in Exhibition Organized & Sponsored by ''Samayer Canvas'' - Contemporary Group Artists of Paschimbanga Ganasanskritik Parishad at Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata, India.
2011: “SMS” GROUP Presented “Coalesce” Group Exhibition of Paintings at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore, India.
2011: A Group Exhibition of Paintings & Sculptures at Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2010: Group Show of Paintings & Graphics of ‘’SMS’’GROUP Sponsored by Servaria at X-Bose Pacia Art Gallery, Kolkata,India.
2009: Invited Artist in Group Exhibition of Paintings, Sponsored by ‘’Anastasia’’ Art Gallery , Kolkata, India.
2009: Group Exhibition of “SMS” Group at Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2009: Group Exhibition of Paintings of “Blue Petals” Group at Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata, India.
2009: Invited Artist in Group exhibition of Paintings titled “Unmesh” (Blossom) – Sponsored by Gallery “Upstairs’’ Kolkata, India.
2008: Group Exhibition of “Creativity” Group at Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata, India.
2008: Invited Artist in Group Exhibition titled “Tribute to Durga’’ Sponsored by Spectrum Arts Gallery, Kolkata, India.
Art Fairs
2022 : A display of Paintings & Sculptures of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2022-2023” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata,IN
2022 : A display of Paintings & Sculptures of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2022” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata,IN
2021 : A display of Paintings at Arts Acre Art Haat 2021 in Artsacre Campus from 17th to 20th Dec, Kolkata, India
2021 : A display of Paintings & Art Works of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2021” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata, India
2019 : A display of Paintings & Art Works of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2019” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata, India
2018 : A display of Paintings & Art Works of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2018” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata, India.
2017 : A display of Paintings & Art Works of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2017” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at MOHOR KUNJA (Opposite of Academy of Fine Arts) Kolkata, India.
2016: A display of Paintings & Art Works of “SMS’’ Group at “Charukala Mela 2016” Sponsored by “Rajya Charukala Parisad” Govt. of West Bengal Information and Cultural Affairs Department at Rabindra Sadan & Nandan Cultural Centre Premises, Kolkata, India.
2016: “5th Edition of Emami Art Fair” Sponsored & Organized by ECA (Emami Chisel Art) at Emami Chisel Art Gallery, Kolkata, India.
2015: A display of Paintings & Graphics of ‘’SMS’’ Group at ‘Charukala Utsav 2015’ Organized by ‘’Charukala Parisad ‘’- Govt. of West Bengal, Kolkata, India.
2012: A display of Paintings & Graphics of ‘’SMS’’ Group at ‘Charukala Utsav 2012’ Organized by ‘’Charukala Parisad ‘’- Govt. of West Bengal, Kolkata, India
Illustrations:
2017: Sukhabar Daily Newspaper 30th July 2017, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2016: Jagobangla Utsav Sankha 1423(Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2015: Jagobangla Utsav Sankha 1422(Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2014: Jagobangla Utsav Sankha 1421(Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2013: Jagobangla Utsav Sankha 1420(Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2012: Jagobangla Utsav Sankha 1419(Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
2012: Aajkal Sarod Sankha 1419 (Bengali Magazine) Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Honors
2022: Judge in Asian Paints Sharod Samman 2022, Organized by Asian Paints on 29th September, 2022 at Kolkata.
2022: Judge in the Sit & Draw Competition, Sponsored by The Govt. of West Bengal, Department of Information & Cultural Affairs & Organized by Sishu Kishore Academi, & District Information & Cultural Office, North 24 Parganas, Barasat, at Barasat, on 11th September, 2022, Kolkata, India.
2019: Judge in Asian Paints Sharod Samman 2019, Organized by Asian Paints on 2nd Oct , 2019 at Kolkata, India
2019: Judge in Kolkata Police Sharod Safar 2019, Organized by Govt. of West Bengal Kolkata Police ,Kolkata, India
2019: Judge in the Sit & Draw Competition, Sponsored by The Govt. of West Bengal, Department of Information & Cultural Affairs & Organized by Sishu Kishore Academi, & Sub-Divinional Information &
