Between devotion and design- Exploring the spiritual in print

Bridging Culture and Arts Foundation (B-CAF), in association with Lalit Kala Akademi as part of the 3rd Print Biennale India, unveiled its latest exhibition, In the Name of God, at B-CAF, Kolkata. Curated by renowned artist and academic Prof. Parag Roy, the show brought together 23 printmakers from West Bengal in a compelling exploration of faith, belief, and spirituality as enduring forces shaping human civilisation and collective consciousness.

The exhibition was inaugurated in the presence of Munish Jhajharia (Director, Multiwyn Group), Dr. R. K. Mohanty (Regional Secretary, Lalit Kala Akademi), and Syed Kawsar Jamal (eminent poet and cultural thinker), whose participation added layers of thought and dialogue to the evening.

Rooted in the legacy of Indian printmaking, In the Name of God examined how concepts of divinity, morality, and cultural memory continue to influence personal and societal narratives. Eschewing a single religious viewpoint, it presented multiple visual interpretations that invited introspection, dialogue, and empathy—affirming printmaking’s role as a vital language of cultural reflection and inquiry.

Curator Prof. Parag Roy reflected, “This exhibition examines how ideas of divinity and faith have evolved through time, allowing multiple interpretations to coexist through the lens of printmaking.”

Reena Dewan, Director of B-CAF, added, “Our constant effort at B-CAF is to create spaces that deepen public engagement with art and ideas. In the Name of God invited viewers to reflect on belief, heritage, and shared human values through this evocative medium.”

Dr. R. K. Mohanty observed, “The 3rd Print Biennale India celebrates the depth and diversity of printmaking in India. This exhibition exemplified that mission through works rich in cultural and philosophical substance.”

Featuring artists including Avijit Mukherjee, Atin Basak, Paula Sengupta, Parag Roy, Rajat Subhra Halder, and others, the exhibition remained on view from 17 January to 1 February 2025, engaging audiences in an artistic conversation about faith, ethics, and the human spirit.

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