Opening on 19 September, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Chitramayee State Gallery of Art, Jubilee Hills, the exhibition brings together 30 artists from 14 states in a significant showcase of one of the oldest and most intricate techniques in art.
Published Sep 18, 2025 | 7:01 PM ⚊ Updated Sep 18, 2025 | 7:01 PM
Edition 2 of printmaking exhibition at State Gallery of Art. (Supplied)
Synopsis: Curated by Annapurna M. and Attri Chetan, the exhibition traces the rich lineage of printmaking, which dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization and flourished in India during the 16th century. The show also explores how contemporary artists are reimagining this age-old practice to suit the aesthetics and conversations of today’s art world.
Hyderabad is set to celebrate rare celebration of a 15th century technique yet under represented medium — printmaking.
Opening on 19 September, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Chitramayee State Gallery of Art, Jubilee Hills, the exhibition brings together 30 artists from 14 states in a significant showcase of one of the oldest and most intricate techniques in art.
The exhibition will remain open to the public until 28 September, 2025.
Curated by Annapurna M. and Attri Chetan, the exhibition traces the rich lineage of printmaking, which dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization and flourished in India during the 16th century. The show also explores how contemporary artists are reimagining this age-old practice to suit the aesthetics and conversations of today’s art world.
Chief Guest Shilpa Reddy — Mrs. India, noted fashion designer, and holistic lifestyle influencer — along with Guest of Honour Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art, will be present at the inauguration ceremony.
More than a visual experience, Edition 2 marks a major milestone for the city’s art landscape with the launch of a public printmaking studio at the State Gallery — an important infrastructural addition that will give both professional artists and students access to this nuanced and technical medium.
As part of the exhibition programming, artist-led workshops and a mini print portfolio initiative will be conducted, giving visitors hands-on exposure to the process and methods involved in printmaking — a technique that merges precision with poetry, craftsmanship with creativity.
“Edition 2 is not only about displaying prints, but about slowing down to rediscover the art of making itself — a dialogue between tradition and experimentation, process and imagination,” said curator Annapurna Madipadiga, reflecting on the show’s vision.
The idea for Edition 2 was conceptualized by Attri Chetan, a practicing printmaker and founder of The Unknowns art collective, which has been building community-driven art conversations for over a decade. With the support of Ms. Lakshmi, Director of the State Art Gallery, this initiative has now culminated in one of the most comprehensive exhibitions focused on printmaking in recent times.
The roots of printmaking run deep — from its use in the Indus Valley Civilization to more modern applications in Litho Press and early newspaper printing. Over the years, several renowned artists have adopted printmaking as an integral part of their practice, and it has emerged as an important field of study within the visual arts.
Hyderabad, too, has been home to several internationally recognized printmakers, including Krishna Reddy, BA Reddy, PT Reddy, Dakoji Devraj, Laxma Goud, and DLN Reddy. Their contributions to the medium have enriched not just regional, but also global conversations around printmaking.
With Edition 2, Hyderabad reaffirms its place in that legacy — celebrating printmaking’s rich history while shining a light on the new generation of artists who are bringing fresh perspectives to this ancient technique.
