The group exhibition in Mumbai celebrated the artistic talents of students.
Somaiya Vidyavihar University presented a group show named, A State of Care, under the Immerse Fellowship Programme, conceptualized in collaboration with Al-Qawi Nanawati, Natasha Jeyasingh, Shaleen Wadhwana and Siddharth Somaiya. The annual exhibition featured unique artworks by the nine artists who were Fellows of The Immerse Fellowship.
The show was scheduled from April 13 to April 29, 2024 at Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU) Campus. It was a celebration of the diverse talent and creativity of recent art graduates from across the country. The Immerse Fellowship serves emerging artists, offering them a unique platform to highlight their artwork. With a focus on inclusivity, it is dedicated to empowering artists from various parts of India, providing them with unprecedented opportunities to exhibit their talents to a wider audience.
Siddharth Somaiya, Co-Creator of The Immerse Fellowship, speaking at the inauguration said, “As Immerse is presented by Somaiya Vidyavihar University, pedagogy is the raison d’etre of the fellowship we run in collaboration with Al-Qawi, Natasha, and Shaleen. Beyond understanding the art world at large, our residency aims to empower artists with practical tools—copyright law, documentation and archiving, artist statements, pricing strategies, and public speaking. We recognize the valuable role that art schools play in nurturing creativity and technical expertise.”
Through The Immerse Fellowship, SVU offers comprehensive support, including funding for travel and art making, access to open studios, residential programs, workshops, and exposure opportunities. Somaiya Vidyavihar University, with over eight decades of legacy of rich experience in managing educational institutions and imparting quality education is nestled in a vast 50-acre green campus. The university caters to more than 10,000 students.
