
Born in Rajasthan and brought up in Tamil Nadu, Pramila Giria’s art was heavily influenced by the best of both cultures. The vibrancy of her art is a complete celebration of life. Ranging from flora, fauna, spirituality, still life, landscapes and portraits, her work reflects the aspects of her personality – peace, calm and serenity. Working with oils and acrylic medium she captures the heart of the theme through texture, richness of colour and illusion of light.
As blessed as one could be, her supporting family cheered and encouraged her passion and talent. Her sibling Pradeep, who recognised his sister’s special gift, encouraged her to enrol in a fine arts college and eventually arm herself with a degree in Fine arts from Stella Maris, Chennai.
Her journey as an artist was most rewarding when the accolades came calling. She won the second prize for participating in “A Photo Journey of Women Empowerment” and painting exhibition on “Female Foeticide Eradication Movement and Rural Development”.
In addition, she contributed to the society by donating her art to various organisations selflessly. Her husband Kamal on the other hand, made it a mission to bring her work to limelight and showcase her talent to the world.
PORTFOLIO
#SGPG005 Reflections
A man’s face is his autobiography. A woman’s face is her work of fiction.
Medium : Mixed Media
Size : 24 X 30″
Year : 2006
#SGPG0016 Behind the mask
Describes the hidden feelings behind the mask and how the eyes reflect the same.
Medium : Mixed Media
Size : 30 X 36″
Year : 2008
#SGPG0024 Baby Doll
The artist makes a dynamic impact on the viewer, tempting one to start a dialogue with the colours as they merge to emphasise the importance of retaining a child’s innocence.
Medium : Oil on canvas
Size : 36 X 36″
Year : 2012
#SGPG0037 Lady in veil
There are certain images that persistently demand release from the confines of the mind. Here a veil signifies yet another woman who has lost her individuality whilst carrying out the responsibilities for others around her.
Medium : Oil on canvas
Size : 24 X 30″
Year : 2008
#SGPG0046 The Veiled Beauty
A girl child’s vision is often blinded by the veil of tradition. But there are still some who look through that veil and achieve their dreams. The artist paints her gold, hoping every girl child will one day be wealthy with wisdom.
Medium: Mixed Media
Size: 20 × 30″
Year: 2016
#SGPG0018 Self Introspection
Much needed, self introspection and self reflection to balance, how much of self a woman should actually give away.
Medium : Mixed Media
Size : 24 X 30″
Year : 2007
#SGPG0022 The Mask
Red opens space for new semantic and metaphors.Similiarly behind every mask there is a face waiting to be unmasked.
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 24 X 48″
Year: 2008
#SGPG0028 The Trio
Three faces carries with it notions of the passage of time.It is a repository of time a well as an index of transition and change.
Medium: Mixed Media
Size: 36 X 40″ (12 X 24″ each)
Year: 2013