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Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures

Ancestral Furtures

Ancestral Furtures

October 19, 2024 – December 12, 2024

Artworks in Exhibition

How do we celebrate the history of an art gallery that helped to shape the Indian art scene from 35 years ago until today? Or to ask this more generally: How do we bring our pasts into futures? Shared stories, individual experiences, cultural expressions, ideas of progress promised, fulfilled, or broken, dreams of achievements and growth. We can’t just dwell on the past, but the sole orientation towards the future might also blind us to what exists around us in the present.

Ancestral Futures envisions possibilities of bringing these ontradictions together. To accept metamorphosis as intrinsic to human life, to art and its environment. The concept of “ancestral futures” intertwines the past, present, and future, positing that ancestral histories profoundly influence our understanding of time and identity. In the realm of art, this idea provides a rich tapestry for creative expression, prompting artists to engage with their heritage while imagining the possibilities that lie ahead. Ancestral futures encapsulate not only the legacies we inherit but also the visions we can forge for ourselves and future generations. This exhibition explores the significance of ancestral futures in art, reflecting on how artists utilize their cultural narratives to challenge contemporary issues and envision hopeful trajectories.

Ancestral futures also provide a framework for envisioning alternatives. In a world grappling with rapid change, environmental crises, and social inequalities, art can serve as a medium for reimagining possibilities. Artists often communicate visions of resilience and regeneration, addressing past traumas while inspiring hope.

Moreover, ancestral futures challenge linear notions of time. Traditional Western narratives often construct time as a straight line, moving definitively from past to present to future. Artists might utilize non-linear storytelling techniques, mixed media, and innovative forms to engage viewers in a multi-faceted experience. This approach invites audiences not only to reflect on history but also to consider how the past influences their present realities
and future aspirations.

The idea of ancestral futures serves as a profound lens through which artists can explore identity, heritage, and the complexities of contemporary life. As audiences engage with works rooted in ancestral futures, they are invited to reflect on their own histories and their roles in shaping a collective future.

Artists

Installation Shots

Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
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  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures
  • Installation shoots of Ancestral Futures

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