Atul Bakshi is an Indian glass artist. He is associated with contemporary studio glass practice in India, a relatively young discipline within the country's broader fine and applied arts landscape.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Atul Bakshi |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Glass artist |
Background
Glass as a fine-art medium in India developed largely in the late twentieth century, with a small community of artists working in techniques such as kiln-formed glass, blown glass, fused glass, and mixed-media installation. Practitioners in this field typically combine craft skills with sculptural and conceptual approaches, and often work alongside designers and the wider studio crafts movement.
Practice
As a glass artist, Bakshi works within this contemporary Indian glass art tradition. The medium calls for specialised studio infrastructure, including kilns and furnaces, and is closely linked with both sculpture and design.
Significance
Indian glass artists have contributed to expanding the range of materials used in contemporary Indian art beyond conventional painting and sculpture. Bakshi is included among practitioners associated with this field.