Why Paramjit Singh Abandoned the Brush for a Palette Knife in His New Landscapes

by Vandana Kalra | The Indian Express

At 91, artist Paramjit Singh continues to paint with the same dedication that has informed his practice for over seven decades. Known for his textured, meditative landscapes built with layers of pigment, Singh’s work draws from memory, his travels and an enduring dialogue with nature. An award-winning artist, Singh reinterpreted landscape painting in a way that deviated from the literal form, making him a seminal voice in contemporary Indian art. Talking about his recent exhibition — ‘Liminal Geographies’ — at Delhi’s Vadehra Art Gallery, he sheds light on the evolution of his technique, landscapes that have stayed with him since childhood and his formative years at Delhi Polytechnic’s School of Art.

 
8 March 2026