Ashif Hossain

Ashif Hossain hails from Kolkata and his paintings predominately dwell on life. He is influenced by Indian culture, its vibrant colours and the idea of secularism, which are reflected in his artworks. Contrasting the modern with the ancient, his works depict his thoughts on life and its past.

Using acrylic paint, primarily black, brown and white with hints of blue and red, Ashif paints to reveal unique shades on his canvas. Brown and black is used together to give an antique look whereas white enhances the painting by giving it an open space. Blue and red adds life to the painting by making the sepia/monochrome toned works more vibrant. Acrylic paint is used to create a watercolor effect on his canvases.