Born
1907. One of the major Indian artists and
sculptors of twentieth century. Studied
at KalaBhavan, Shantiniketan under Nandalal
Basu. Wrote articles on art collected in
Myself and Other Writings by Monfakira
and an autobiography in Bengali, Amar
E Path.
MEERA
MUKHERJEE
One
of the major Indian Sculptors of late twentieth century. Studied at Germany and
in India with the metal craftsmen. A poet and philosopher in metal. Wrote articles
on art collected in Prabahita Jibaner Bhaskarya by Monfakira and a book
on the Indian craftsmen in Bengali, Biswakarmar Sandhane.
NIKHIL
BISWAS
A
major Indian artist of late twentieth century. Powerful artist, theoretician and
organizer of art movement. Wrote articles on art collected in Shilper Chokh
by Monfakira. Nearly one hundred of his unseen drawings were first collected in
Nari Purush O Anyanya Rekharup by Monfakira.
ALAKANANDA
SENGUPTA
Sculptor.
Did her Masters in visual art. Works in terracotta,
bronze and mixed materials. Original and solid
in form.
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SANDIPAN
BHATTACHARYA
Artist
and designer. One of the activists of Monfakira.
Translated and edited many major texts in
Bengali.
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SANDIP
KUMAR
Young
poet and photographer. Records the changing scenario of the city in writings and
visuals. Currently busy documenting the village fairs and festivals.