Chandrakant Patel

Chandrakant Patel, a resident artist at our Studio Voltaire space since 2004, creates vibrant, large-scale wall collages that combine painting, drawing and sacred performance. His practice blends rich colour, layered linework and ritualistic gestures, drawing on traditional Hindu Mandalas to evoke a deep sense of spirituality and connection, reflecting the artist’s deep connection to his Indian heritage.

Working across multiple pieces at once, Chandrakant builds and reconfigures his compositions over time, exploring the relationships between artworks through photography and installation. His distinctive practice seamlessly blends painting and drawing, creating dynamic, multi-layered works on both acetate and paper. His approach is intuitive, building intricate contours with delicate, fluid lines and loose brushstrokes. Using inks, acrylics, and pens, he crafts a distinct style that merges abstract forms with emerging colours and patterns.

Frequently, Chandrakant presents his works as series, grouping them into immersive wall collages. These evolving arrangements transform into site-specific installations, as he continually explores new configurations, seeking fresh connections between individual pieces. He then photographs each layout, getting up close with the camera to capture the detail. Chandrakant himself is then photographed with his work; a sense of ritual is reinforced through Chandrakant’s interactions with the final artworks and the wall collages. He combines singing with a moment of sacred performance to honour both the artwork and the occasion.