Allen Satyajit Shaw, a seasoned artist, illustrator, designer, and animator, will present a 30-minute online talk on his 25-year journey of sketching daily lives. This presentation will offer a visual documentation of Shaw’s personal and professional growth, tracing his evolution from a small hamlet in Bihar to the vibrant cultural landscape of Berlin. Shaw will share a selection of his sketches, highlighting how these works capture everyday moments and stories that reflect the diverse environments and cultures he has encountered. He will discuss how his experiences across different regions have influenced his artistic style and perspective, and how his sketches serve as a visual diary that chronicles his life and artistic journey. The session will conclude with a 30-minute Q&A, providing an opportunity for the audience to engage with Shaw on the nuances of sketching as a form of documentation, the impact of geographical and cultural shifts on an artist’s work, and the broader narrative of artistic exploration and discovery.
