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National identity, as envisioned by Biren Shome

Takir Hossain
Liberation War, Language Movement and the eternal beauty of Bangladesh are the major themes at the upcoming exhibition of Biren Shome. Shome is one of the noted painters of the '60s who has been consistently maintaining a significant role in the contemporary Bangladeshi art scene. Throughout his chequered
career, the artist has worked on varied themes, portraying them in his personal style and technique. His themes have always been closely connected to the soil of Bengal and its people. His works plunge deep into assortment of forms like abstract, pure-abstract, realistic and semi-realistic.
Shome's "Liberation War" gives the viewer a glimpse of joy and victory. He wanted to demonstrate the Freedom Fighters' valour and their dedication to the land. Freedom Fighters and their courageous movement as conveyed symbolically and in vivid picturesque terms with the Bangladeshi flag are very noticeable in some of his works. His figures are marked by fearless movements and soulful expressions. Colours are very vibrant in the series, focusing on the subject's consequence and historical aspects. People dedicated their lives, hopes and dreams during the Liberation War as portrayed mainly by pigeons, sun and spirited movements. Patriotism has a considerable place in the core of his paintings. Shome gives the viewers a complete picture of the Liberation War.
The artist has also contemplated on the Language Movement. Shaheed Minar, crimson sun, soaring birds, public demonstrations make his works impressive. Shome's paintings take us back to our glorious past.
The artist has used Bangla letters to focus on the subject's relevance. Black is the predominant shade in depicting mourning in the series. Shome's brush strokes,seem restrained and look stylised.
Beauty of Bengal, as seen by the artist, also highlights Bengali women, and their dreams. Shome’s portrayal is dynamic and the proportions are appropriate. Coarse lines carry a distinct mark in his paintings. His compositions are neatly organised, demonstrating soothing tones and aesthetic arrangement of space. The painter brings in many objects. The objects at times appear directly and at others, are symbolically patterned. Panamnagar, Bauls, the indigenous way of life, rivers and more have stunningly emerged in his works.
Shome likes to display a certain romantic concern for vivacious hues. Most of his compositions are based on
solid texture and organised forms. Many of his works feature darker shades. A number of Shome's drawings demonstrate a connection between trees and humans. He meticulously presents the topic with delicate lines.
Shome has also done many prints where simplicity seems to be the key trait. Figures are noticeable in the works. Sometimes his works are completely engrossed with colours and pure forms.
Shome's early works were symbolic and horses, pushcarts, wheels represented struggle and velocity. The soulful artist is always searching for something fresh and new. He works with acrylic, oil, pen, sign pen, and wash and mixed media, and uses many mediums and techniques for bringing dimension to his works.
Shome’s solo painting exhibition will begin on December 20 at Shilpangan Gallery.