Dr. Bhawani Shankar

This drawing captures the vibrancy of a Rajasthani fair with a remarkable sense of openness and movement. The artist uses minimal yet expressive pen lines, punctuated by small patches of watercolour, to suggest a bustling crowd without overloading the composition. The vast expanse of white space becomes an active element — evoking the dry desert fairground while also giving the figures a sense of freedom and dynamism.

Clusters of people, dressed in flowing saris and turbans of red, orange, and blue, gather in casual groups, chatting or strolling. In the background, a merry-go-round and camel riders add to the festive atmosphere, while tents and stalls stretch along the horizon, anchoring the scene. The figures are suggested more than detailed, yet their gestures — a tilt of the head, a cluster of family members, the swirl of a sari — capture the essence of communal interaction.

The simplicity of execution belies its richness: by resisting over-detailing, the artist conveys both the rhythm of human movement and the cultural pulse of Rajasthan. The work celebrates the fair not just as a spectacle but as a living, breathing tapestry of everyday encounters.