LATEST COLLECTION OF PAINTINGS
If there were only one truth,
You couldn’t paint a hundred
Canvases on the same theme
Pablo Picasso
Explore my most recent compilation of original paintings.
Md Mahabub Alam
"My canvas fills me with great solace and tranquil serenity."
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The Artist
Drawn by
Shahjahan Ahmed Bikash
Born in the idyllic tapestry of 1985, within the rural embrace of Bangladesh’s countryside, my earliest days wove themselves in the fabric of simplicity. Completing the chapters of my school years amidst the quaint confines of a modest village, destiny’s ink led me away in 1995, as my father’s duty-bound journey guided us to a small town. Here, beneath new skies, I encountered fresh horizons of learning, friendship, and adaptation. My childhood danced to the rhythm of transient landscapes, as my father’s vocation bestowed upon us the gift of discovery through constant movement. And so, in the tapestry’s grand design, the year 2003 painted a new chapter—a pilgrimage to the capital, a pursuit of elevated knowledge. In 2007, the story unveiled its teaching verse, a calling that has sustained for fifteen revolutions around the sun, igniting a fervor for nurturing young minds. Yet, amidst the symphony of academia, an unquenchable wanderlust tugged my heart across oceans and borders, until the United Kingdom welcomed me—a freelancer, a traveler, embracing the world’s kaleidoscope with fresh eyes, and penning a new perspective upon the parchment of my existence.
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Shishir Bhattacharya's Cartoons
In the final year of my Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program, I undertook the task of crafting this book titled “Shishir Bhattacharya’s Cartoons.” Here, my primary endeavor was to unravel the rich history of Shishir Bhattacharya’s cartoons and the evolution of this art form. At the outset of the book, I aimed to provide insights into the history, dynamism, progression, and the dissemination of cartoons as an art form. I also sought to elucidate the motivations behind my writing on this subject.
Subsequently, I delved into how this art form, through Shishir Bhattacharya’s artistic prowess, began to gain popularity among the masses. I explored the significant role that cartoons played in the cultural, social, and political movements, shedding light on how they permeated various aspects of society. Shishir Bhattacharya, a prominent cartoonist and artist in Bangladesh, became intricately intertwined with both the world of art and the realm of cartoons.
His journey into the realm of cartoons commenced during his student years in the 1970s, during which he vehemently opposed the authoritarian regime’s various measures to stifle dissent within Dhaka University. He was an active participant in the student and teacher protests against the oppressive government. Shishir Bhattacharya’s resistance became a beacon of defiance, and he chose cartoons as his medium of protest. One of his most remarkable acts of protest was a cartoon titled “Ekphellechen,” a profoundly striking cartoon that was published in a book called “Dakshur Udbog” (The South’s Challenge). It is said that this was the genesis of his cartooning journey.
In the later part of the 1970s, his cartoons found their way into the monthly publication “Ajker Kagoj” and, subsequently, “Vorer Kagoj”, before ultimately gracing the pages of “Prothom Alo,” one of the leading newspapers in Bangladesh. From there, his cartoons embarked on a transformative journey. They not only became a source of artistic expression but also a powerful tool for raising social awareness and protesting injustice. Simultaneously, they served as an inspiration to budding artists, igniting their passion for cartooning.
Presently, the art of cartooning has garnered widespread acclaim across the globe, and Shishir Bhattacharya, with his remarkable talent, has achieved fame both nationally and internationally. In our nation, he is celebrated as an icon of this art form, and his cartoons continue to captivate audiences.
In conclusion, Shishir Bhattacharya’s journey through the world of cartoons is nothing short of remarkable. It has not only left an indelible mark on the art world but has also served as a catalyst for societal consciousness and resistance against injustice. Simultaneously, it has inspired a new generation of artists to pick up the mantle of cartooning. Today, his cartoons resonate with audiences worldwide, and in our country, his name is synonymous with excellence in this field.
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