New Delhi: The recent exhibition titled "All Together Now" at the India International Centre highlighted a profound sense of solidarity and kinship among multidisciplinary art practitioners. The exhibition, which concluded last week, brought together seemingly disparate art forms into a cohesive display, showcasing the integral role that the city of Delhi has played in the artists' work and their friendships.

A Diverse Showcase of Art Forms

The exhibition featured a wide range of art forms that initially seemed unrelated but came together to form a unified narrative. Among the displays were broken ceramic pieces, a simple terracotta sign sending a message of unity, depictions of empty public spaces, and an animated movie featuring animal motifs from the pottery of the Indus Valley civilisation. The cohesive nature of these diverse works was a testament to the solidarity among the participating artists.

Artists and Their Inspirations

The exhibition featured 19 artists, including Usma Mohsin, Ishan Tankha, Shoili Kanugo, Srinivas Kuruganti, Kaushik Ramaswamy, and Sarnath Banerjee. These artists continue to respond to landmarks such as Jantar Mantar, a site of protests for decades, and objects and spaces that bear witness to violence and societal changes. Their works ranged from journalistic reportage and analogue darkroom experiments to archival investigations, pedagogic form presentations, and contemporary art lens practices. The exhibition's documentation of these diverse practices highlighted the artists' shared experiences and inspirations.

Sukanya Ghosh's Vision

Artist Sukanya Ghosh, who wrote the proposal for the exhibition, emphasized the importance of solidarity and community in the face of global violence and hate. "There’s so much violence and hate we encounter daily," Ghosh said. "I was thinking about how this seeps into our work as creative practitioners and what keeps us going. These pockets of friendship and conversations are some of those things. The show began from there."

The Role of Aditya Pande's Studio

A common thread tying the artists together was their shared studio and darkroom in Delhi, provided by artist Aditya Pande. "The studio located in Delhi’s Shahpur Jat has become the locus of our friendships and communities," Ghosh explained. "The central theme here is how communities of friendship and care need to be celebrated. These spaces help us process what’s going on around us. It’s a self-curated show, but if you look closely, you see echoes of one work in another."

Still, Life: A Photo Zine Exploration

The exhibition also saw the release of a box set of photo zines by Ishan Tankha, a Delhi-based photographer. Titled "Still, Life," the set, which remains available for sale, explores the theme of conflict and its impact on daily lives through a photojournalistic lens. The zines provide a poignant look at how conflict shapes the human experience, resonating deeply with the exhibition's overarching themes of solidarity and resilience.

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Continued Relevance and Online Presence

Despite the conclusion of the "All Together Now" exhibition, its relevance continues through the network of alliances it created among the artists. Their works can now be viewed on their respective social media handles and websites, ensuring ongoing engagement with the themes of friendship, community, and the impact of their urban environment.

Conclusion

The "All Together Now" exhibition at the India International Centre was more than just a display of diverse art forms; it was a celebration of the solidarity and kinship among multidisciplinary artists. Through their varied works, the artists highlighted the importance of community and friendship in navigating the challenges of contemporary life. As their works continue to inspire and provoke thought, the exhibition's legacy endures, fostering a deeper appreciation for the collaborative spirit within the art world.

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