As many as 45 works of art are on display at the Jehangir Art Gallery, each inspired by a true story. These pieces reflect the journeys of individuals, narrated alongside their doctors and caregivers, who share their experiences of hope, courage, and resilience
Updated On: 2025-01-07 05:55 PM IST
Compiled by : Nascimento Pinto
Rang De Neela is hosting an art exhibition titled 'ART for HEALTH', which is part of their larger initiative that aims to harness the power of art in improving health literacy, promoting positive health behaviour, and helping individuals and communities manage chronic, acute, and mental health conditions
The art exhibition will showcase a variety of real-world narratives related to health issues, including experiences from cancer survivors, individuals who have undergone organ transplants, pediatric health concerns, general health topics, mental health matters, and women's health
This first-of-its-kind exhibition will feature a unique collection of 45 works produced by skilled artists drawn from across India by integrating health into art that brings hope to several with subtle colours and courageous stories
A brainchild of the doctor-duo, Dr Ami Shah and Dr Rajiv Kovil, the initiative Rang De Neela, is inspired by the World Health Organization’s (WHO) scoping report that recognised the instrumental role art can play in healing
Over the years, many exhibitions have touched upon different kinds of subjects but few have brought to life the ‘high-stakes’ conflicts taking place in our everyday lives that is battles against disease and often fatal ailments