Hema Upadhyay

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Recognised for her sculptural installations and photography, Hema Upadhyay was a contemporary Indian artist whose work often commented on social themes and political matters such as war and immigration.

Just Another Day

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One of her most recognized works, Made in China, was created as a commentary on globalisation and mass consumerism and an analysis of the loss of identity that results from these themes. Upadhyay often used found materials within her installations and acknowledged that a lot of the chaos within her work actually came from within the built-up city that she inhabited – she remarked: “It’s a double-edged condition when you see development in the making – you see growth but decay.” Upadhyay’s life was cut tragically short, allegedly due to a financial and legal dispute, but she has continued to receive recognition even after her untimely death.

India / female artist / Contemporary art from India

ARTWORKS BY Hema Upadhyay

Hema Upadhyay

Just Another Day, 2008

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What is Contemporary art from India?

Contemporary art from India dates from 1985 to the present, marking the post-liberalization era. During this period, artists have felt free to create independently of traditional Hindu or social conventions. They often incorporate distinctly Indian materials and objects in their work, reflecting a blend of modern ideas and cultural heritage.

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