Artist Saroj Patel explores the contrasting and sometimes conflicting identities of a British Indian artist. Patel’s sculptures present imagined stories that expand on ritualistic practices, myths, Indian astrology, migration, race, identity and gender. Her materials include sari fabrics, bells, glass beads, old clothes, steel and ceramic beans which are woven throughout her sculptures, building up complex structures of delicate fabric folds that challenge rigid ideas of ethnic identity.
Genda and Mandala, exhibited here in celebration of Diwali, are inspired by light, reflections, time and space. Genda is the common name for Marigold Flower which are widely used for rituals, puja and ceremonies within Indian culture. Mandala is Sanskrit for circle and is symbolic in Hinduism for representing different aspects of the universe. The circular designs in mandalas symbolise balance, transformation and interconnection of all things.
Diwali, the biggest and brightest of the Hindu celebrations, marks the triumph of light over dark and good over evil and is celebrated across the globe.
This artwork can be viewed until 7pm on Monday 4 November.
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