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Abid's Art World Abid Shaikh – Artist Biography

Name: Abid Usmangani Shaikh
Born: October 8, 1977 – Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
Education: BFA in Painting, Sir J. J.

Abid Shaikh Fine Art 🎨
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas

✨ Curated for Collectors & Galleries
✨ Statement Pieces for Elegant Interiors
✨ DM for Commissions | Worldwide Delivery 🌍 School of Art, Mumbai (2002)

About the Artist:
Abid Shaikh is a contemporary Indian artist best known for his expressive oil paintings that capture the resilience, emotions, and cultural essence of everyday life. His works combin

e fine classical technique with deep human narratives, often portraying ordinary people with extraordinary dignity. Over the years, he has sold more than 500 paintings to collectors in India and abroad, making his work widely admired and sought-after in both private and institutional collections. Exhibitions:

Solo shows at Jehangir Art Gallery (Mumbai), Sumukha Art Gallery (Bangalore & Chennai), BCA Art Gallery (Mumbai), and international fairs including the Singapore Art Fair. Group shows at Harmony Art Shows, Birla Art Gallery, and various art festivals across India and overseas. Awards & Recognition:

Maharashtra State Award for Best Portrait (2000)

Art Society of India Award for Best Painting (2004)

Harmony Excellence Award for Emerging Artist (2006)

Camel Art Foundation Award (2017)

Winner of EuroArt Tour

Themes & Style:
His paintings often explore identity, equality, and the emotional landscapes of human life. Through figurative expression and layered symbolism, Shaikh transforms simple characters—like children, fruit sellers, or workers—into universal reflections of humanity. Legacy:
With a career spanning two decades, multiple awards, and over 500+ paintings sold worldwide, Abid Shaikh has established himself as one of the most respected names in the Indian contemporary art scene.

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Sai Krupa Valley, Neral, Near Matheran Gate
Karjat
410101

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