Reflections in a Golden Eye - Prakash Bal Joshi goes on a journey through art and creativity to make an indelible impression in the world of paintings - A successful Mumbai based journalist succumbed to his baser instincts and reignited his passion for art

 

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Reflections on Transient Life: The Art of Prakash Bal Joshi

Celebrated painter based in Mumbai, Prakash Bal Joshi, has shaken the world of art with his indelible impressions on oil canvas with his paintings reaching sothebys auction and periodic exhibitions in India and overseas . We at TNA Talk celebrate his works. From a Journalist to Painter, it has been a transofrmative experience from grime to oil for Joshi. 

By TN Ashok.          New York, July 15, 2025 

A Voice of Creative Transience

Prakash Joshi is an artist who masterfully captures the fleeting beauty of life. Through paintings, ink drawings, and sketches, he brings out subtle yet profound abstractions rooted in nature and the human conditions. 

Beyond the Obvious

His art delves beneath the surface of both animate and inanimate forms, uncovering hidden vibrancy. The imagery he creates feels both familiar and elusive—anchored in reality, yet slightly beyond reach.

Urban Evolution & Emotional Undercurrents

His ink-on-paper works reflect the stark contrasts of modern urban development—advances in material life juxtaposed with moral and emotional decline. Themes of love, disillusionment, and psychological complexity are conveyed through muted tones and intricate visual mazes.

Spiritual Bond with Rivers

Rivers serve as a recurring metaphor in Joshi’s work—evoking both reverence and loss. A near-drowning experience in his youth gave rise to a deep, spiritual connection with rivers. Among his most compelling inspirations is the mythical River Saraswati, symbolizing ancient wisdom and the passage of time.

Art as Personal Expression

Joshi describes his art as a spontaneous reflection of inner existential turmoil. For him, art is not just creation—it is “a bridge to the universe.”

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About Prakash Bal Joshi

A Multifaceted Creative Force

With over four decades in journalism and creative writing, Prakash Bal Joshi has gained international acclaim as a contemporary artist known for energetic, spontaneous brushwork.

Exhibitions & Global Recognition

He has showcased his work in numerous solo and group exhibitions across India and abroad. Key appearances include:

• India Art Festival – Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru

• International Venues – New York, Chicago, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Basel, Venice, Lisbon, Izmir, Cairo, Amman, Muscat, Seoul, and more

Themes & Cultural Reflections

Joshi’s contemporary works often explore climate change, its impact on nature, and the cultural traditions rooted in environmental preservation, especially within oriental philosophy.

Jury & Literary Contributions

He served on the jury panel for the World Citizen Artists competition (Belgravia Art Gallery, London, 2014) and for a national NFDC poster competition commemorating Satyajit Ray.
His award-winning Marathi short story collection has been translated into English, Hindi, Gujarati, and soon into French and Malayalam.

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Explore More

Visit his official portfolio: www.prakashbaljoshi.com