For the inaugural episode of Samvardhan Trust's interview series Parichay, we visited Triveni Kala Sangam to engage in a conversation with Mrs. Khushboo Upadhyay Soni, an accomplished artist. What began as a deep dive into the artistic philosophies behind her work soon evolved into a broader discussion on the societal portrayal of women and the challenges they face in pursuing professional aspirations. To witness the full extent of our insightful exchange with Mrs. Soni, make sure to watch the complete interview.

About the artist:
Khushboo Upadhyay Soni, originally from Mirzapur, is a distinguished artist with numerous accolades. A graduate of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) with an M.Phil from Aligarh University, she completed her Master’s from the College of Art, Delhi, where she won the prestigious IFACS Award and the IFACS Junior Camp recognition. She is also a recipient of the CCRT Junior Fellowship and a State Lalit Kala Academy scholarship.

Khushboo’s artistic journey is marked by several solo exhibitions in Delhi and Varanasi, along with group shows at Navya Art Gallery. Her works are cherished by collectors across India and internationally. Early in her career, she innovatively turned rickshaws and auto-rickshaws into mobile art galleries, making her art accessible to a wider audience.

Currently based in Mathura, Khushboo was recently awarded a fellowship by the Ministry of Culture and the prestigious 130th Annual Art Award by the Bombay Art Society. Her home doubles as a creative studio where she continues to experiment with new mediums. With over a decade of teaching experience, she remains committed to nurturing young artistic talent.

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