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flag Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik, a Padma Shri winner, will showcase five new mixed-media sand paintings at the 2026 Venice Biennale, highlighting nature, harmony, and environmental responsibility.

flag Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik, a Padma Shri recipient, will represent India at the 18th Contemporary Venice 2026 biennale in Italy, marking his first major international exhibition. flag Five of his new "Jugalbandi" paintings—combining mixed media colors and natural sand on canvas—will be displayed from March 6 to 20, exploring themes of nature, harmony, and environmental responsibility. flag The works reflect his artistic evolution from painting to sand art and back, symbolizing a fusion of mediums. flag His participation highlights India’s presence in global contemporary art, following acclaim for large-scale sand installations that convey social and ecological messages.

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