Ashif Hossain

I believe art should flow like music, where melody and rhythm give life to a painting. Without “sur” (melody) and “tal” (rhythm), a work loses its charm, its “madhurjya,” and ceases to be more than a mere picture - it must resonate like a living composition.

Ashif Hossain

Contemporary Artist

About Artist

Kolkata-based artist Ashif Hossain is a visionary inspired by India's vibrant culture and the concept of secularism. His paintings bridge the gap between modernity and tradition, drawing from the chaotic yet captivating essence of everyday life. With a skillful use of shades like brown, black, blue, and red, he infuses his sepia-toned works with antique charm and vibrant energy. Ashif's art invites both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of India's infrastructure and its resilient people. His canvases become windows into a world where history and contemporary life intertwine, showcasing the diverse colors, textures, and narratives that define the nation. Step into Ashif Hossain's realm, where time and culture converge, and experience the enchanting magic of India's bustling streets, serenity, and the enduring human spirit.

Highlights And Achievements

Artist Education

Graduate from the Government Art College, Kolkata, 2005

Group Shows

2023 – Group Show, Jehangir Art Gallery

2022 – Group Show, Chandigarh & Delhi by 105 Art Gallery

2022 – Group Show, Jehangir Art Gallery by Aparmitra Sapru

2022 – Group Show, Cimroza Art Gallery, Mumbai

2022 – Group Show, Cimroza Art Gallery by Aparmitra Sapru

2022 – Group Show, Ganana Art Gallery, Singapore

2021 – Group Show for Cancer Patients, Cimroza Art Gallery

2016 – Delhi Art Festival, Singapore Art Fair, Dubai Art Festival, Mumbai Art Festival

2015 – India Art Festival 2015, Mumbai – Traditional Heritage of India (1–31 July 2015)

2015 – Stroke of Luck, Hosted by Nikita Mehta – Konwioon, Hong Kong (18–19 April 2015)

2014 – Accessibly Yours, Group Show, Pune (August 2014)

2014 – India Art Festival, Mumbai (November 2014)

2014 – 4BY3, Group Show, Gallery G, Bangalore (June 2014)

2013 – India Art Festival, Mumbai

2013 – Rhythm of Colour, Group Show, Jehangir Art Gallery (December 2013)

2013 – Visual Polyphony 2, Group Show, New Delhi, Cymroza Art Gallery (March 2013)

2013 – Indian Art Fair, Delhi – Cymroza Art Gallery

2013 – Art Bengaluru, UB City

2012 – Indian Art Festival, Mumbai

2010 – Rhythm of Color, Group Show, Jehangir Art Gallery

2008 – Group Show, Jehangir Art Gallery – Bombay Art Society 115th/116th All India Annual Art Exhibition

Solo Shows

2016 – Solo Show by Studio-3 Art Gallery, Delhi, India Art Festival

2016 – Solo Show by Studio-3 Art Gallery, Bangalore, India Art Festival

2016 – All India Art Festival, Mumbai

2015 – Nostalgia Dwells on Life, Gallery Hotel Leela, Mumbai

2011 – Live portrait painting of Rajesh Khanna at his residence, Bandra, Mumbai

2011 – Solo Show, Taj Hotel, Colaba, Mumbai (for IL & FS)

2010 – Solo Show, Hirji Art Gallery (Jehangir Art Gallery), Mumbai

2009 – Solo Show, Studio Vasant, New Delhi

Sold Artworks

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Whispers of the Holy Ghats

Ashif Hossain

Acrylic on Canvas

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Mystical Varanasi - I

Ashif Hossain

Acrylic on Canvas

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Where the River Meets the Soul

Ashif Hossain

Acrylic on Canvas

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The Illuminated Ghats of Varanasi

Ashif Hossain

Acrylic on Canvas

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