Jayasri Burman

Jayasri Burman (b. 1960, Kolkata) completed her initial training at Kala Bhawan, Shantiniketan, Kolkata, and later trained under the French printmaker Monsieur Ceizerzi in Paris. She also attended workshops on graphic printmaking conducted by Paul Lingren and Krishna Reddy at Lalit Kala Academy, Kolkata. 

Her work explores the themes of creation, regeneration, and the power of nature through the lens of the feminine form. Her practice reflects on the Earth as a nurturing and protective force, drawing parallels between natural cycles of life, growth, and decay. Through mythological and cultural references, she examines humanity's impact on the environment while celebrating the enduring capacity of nature to heal and regenerate. Her art invites reflection on balance, the divine, and the interconnectedness of life, offering a vision that transcends the immediate human experience.

Burman’s works have been exhibited in numerous solo exhibitions across major cities in India, as well as internationally in the USA, UK, France, Germany, Japan, and China. She holds a pivotal role in the contemporary arts of India and is recognised as one of the major influences on South Asian art practices. She has received several awards, including the National Award in 1984. She is actively involved in several non-profit projects and organisations supporting women and children and played a significant role in the Ananya Festival organised by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2007. For this festival, she designed commemorative stamps, which were inaugurated by the Honorable President of India. She was also invited to visit and stay as an honored guest at the President’s residence.

Burman lives and works in Delhi.