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JD Centre of Art is a Bhubaneswar based art centre, founded by eminent artist Jatin Das.

JD Centre of Art’s vision is to create an Art Centre that preserves and promotes tribal, folk, classical and contemporary art, without its traditional boundaries. This vision has manifested itself in the JD Centre of Art (JDCA) in Bhubaneswar, across the historic 2nd Century BC Khandgiri caves. The mandate of the Centre commits it to promote and showcase Indian arts, and create socio-economic change through the arts. The Centre is driven by Jatin Das, its Founder and Chairman, a contemporary artist conferred with Padma Bhushan, one of the highest civilian awards in India, who was born in Odisha. The JD Centre of Art is envisioned to become an important cultural hub for not only Odisha, but also for the country. Its aim is to add to the quality of life in the region in a way that is democratic for a cross-section of audiences.

18/09/2026

Meet our next speaker, Artist, Banshidhar Pratihary at the 295th Meet the Artist programme.

Mr. Pratihary will give an illustrated lecture on “Tempera and Wash Painting”

6 pm, Saturday, 19 September 2026

JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:

Banshidhar Pratihary (born 1928) is an artist known for his mastery of traditional painting techniques including tempera, wash painting, watercolour, woodcut print and batik. A devoted practitioner of the Shantiniketan tradition, his works are inspired by the Ajanta frescoes and the Kalinga temple art of Konark, Lingaraj, Mukteshwar and Raja-Rani temples, reflecting a deep commitment to classical Indian aesthetics.
Pratihary studied at MFA, Kala Bhavana, Shantiniketan, where he earned his Degree in Fine Arts in 1958. He later served for nearly three decades as a designer and Senior Artist at the Upendra Maharathi Institute of Industrial Design, Patna. He collaborated with traditional and tribal artisans in the field of Dhokra, Madhubani painting, Textile printing, Applique and lacquered toys.
His notable works include Radha (tempera), Durga (batik), Meera (wash painting), Lady with parakeet (painting on 22-carat gold foil) and Vinapani (woodcut print). He received the Odisha Lalit Kala Academy Award (1972), the Bihar State Award (1980) and the Dharmapada Award (2023) in recognition of his contribution to Indian art.

04/08/2026

Meet our next speaker, Film Critic, Journalist, Dr. Surya Deo at the 294th Meet the Artist programme.

Mr. Deo will give an illustrated lecture on “Odia Cinema, Literature and Literary Adaptation”

6 pm, Sunday, 16 August 2026

JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:

Dr. Surya Deo is a journalist, film historian, and critic who has made important contributions to documenting and understanding the history of Odia cinema. Through his work in journalism, film research, and archival documentation, he has helped preserve and interpret Odisha's cinematic, literary, and cultural heritage.

Born in Sonepur, Odisha, Deo holds a Ph.D. from Utkal University for his research on Odia film lyrics and a postgraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. A journalist by profession, he has been associated with Odia film journalism, criticism, film society activities, and academic research for more than two decades, publishing numerous research papers and essays in film and literary journals.

His notable contributions include several landmark publications on Odia cinema, including Odia Cinemara Rupa Rapantara, Jhura Mana Jhara Giti, Kaali Paine Kalira Cinema, and the two-volume Odia Cinema Geeta. His book Kaali Paine Kalira Cinema received the Special Mention for Best Book on Cinema at the 68th National Film Awards, and he is a two-time recipient of the Odisha State Film Award for Best Writing on Odia Cinema.

31/07/2026

Meet our next speaker, artist, Dr. Ranjan Kumar Mallik at the 293rd Meet the Artist programme.

6 pm, Wednesday, 12 August 2026

JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:

Dr. Ranjan Kumar Mallik (born 1976) is an artist, academician, researcher, curator, and author whose practice bridges contemporary painting with art historical research and visual culture. Working across painting, drawing, research, curatorial projects, and arts education, his work reflects a sustained engagement with creative practice and academic scholarship.
Mallik completed his B.F.A. in Painting from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, followed by an M.F.A. in Creative Painting and an M.Phil. in History of Art from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, where he later served as a faculty member. He earned a Ph.D. from Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramodya Vishwavidyalaya, Madhya Pradesh. He had also served as academic head at Arena Animation & Picasso Animation College, New Delhi and HOD of School of Fine Arts at Amity University, Haryana. He currently serves as Dean of the Department of Fine Arts and Doctoral Research Centre, and Head of Art & Design at Chitkara Design School, Chitkara University, Punjab.
His notable contributions include 13 solo exhibitions and more than 80 National and International Group Art Exhibition, has authored three books and written over 30 research papers. He led as Convenor and mentor in “Kala Kumbh: Unsung Heroes of Indian Freedom Struggle (Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav- 2022) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. He has received numerous national and international awards for his creative and research contributions.

15/07/2026

Meet our next speaker, Sculptor, Shri. Anjan Kumar Sahoo at the 292nd Meet the Artist programme.

Mr. Sahoo will give an illustrated lecture titled “An Unscripted Journey Through Art”.

6 pm, Saturday, 18 July 2026

JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:

Anjan Kumar Sahoo (born 1966) is a sculptor, educator, curator, researcher, and author whose practice bridges contemporary sculpture with India's traditional artistic heritage. Working across stone, metal, mixed media, public art, and site-specific installations, his work is informed by sustained research into visual culture, traditional crafts, and contemporary art practices.

Sahoo completed M.F.A in Sculpture at the Banaras Hindu University and earned a Ph.D. in Visual Arts from Utkal University of Culture. He served for nearly two decades as Assistant Professor in the Department of Sculpture, School of Visual Arts, Utkal University of Culture, Bhubaneswar, where he contributed to postgraduate teaching, research, curriculum development, and academic leadership.

His notable contributions include monumental public sculptures installed across India, the site-specific art initiative Misconception, and the book The Hands That Made Gods Move, alongside research on Odisha's traditional image-makers, craft communities, and visual heritage. He received the National Award (Honourable Mention) from the Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, and his works are represented in the collections of the Lalit Kala Akademi, Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi, AIFACS, and several art institutions across India.

18/06/2026

Meet our next speaker, 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐃𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚, at the 291st Meet the Artist program

Dr Behera will give an illustrated lecture titled “𝐌𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭”

6 pm, Saturday, 20 June 2026
JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐨:
Dr Chakradhar Behera is an artist, researcher, and academic from Odisha. He holds a Master’s degree and a PhD in Painting from Banaras Hindu University. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Post-Graduate Teaching Departments and Fine Arts at the Utkal University of Culture, Bhubaneswar

Dr Behera works with acrylics, mixed media, and murals. His research focuses on traditional crafts, including the clay image-makers of Cuttack, which informs his creative practice.
He has received a Gold Medal from BHU, the Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi Award, and a National Fellowship from the Government of India. In addition to mentoring doctoral scholars, he has exhibited his work in solo and group shows across India, including New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.

05/05/2026

Meet our next speaker, Architect Gayatree Hota, at the 𝟐𝟗𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 programme.

Ms. Hota will give an illustrated lecture titled “𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬”

6 pm, Saturday, 09 May 2026
JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐨:
Architect Gayatree Hota is a senior architect with over 30 years of professional experience in the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Government of India. A 1995 B. Arch. graduate, she has contributed to shaping public infrastructure across India through her expertise in planning, design, and ex*****on. Throughout her career, she has been associated with the development of major institutional campuses in Odisha, including the Central University of Odisha, Central Sanskrit University, Fakir Mohan University, IGNOU, and Kendriya Vidyalayas. In the healthcare sector, Architect Hota has made extensive contributions to the design and development of hospitals under ESIC, paramilitary healthcare systems, and premier institutions such as AIIMS. She has also delivered specialised infrastructure for paramilitary forces, including the CRPF and BSF, as well as advanced research labs for the ICAR and ICMR. Her diverse portfolio further includes central government residential projects, roads, and bridges. In the MTA she will discuss her professional interest, "Beautification of Public Infrastructures." Her approach focuses on enhancing the aesthetics of public buildings by integrating cultural context and environmental sensitivity. Architect Hota remains committed to creating sustainable environments that significantly advance public architecture in India.

13/04/2026

Meet our next speaker, Artist Shri Kanduri Charan Patra, at the 289th Meet the Artist programme.
Shri Patra will give an illustrated lecture titled “Maniabandha Saree: Tradition, Technique, and Transformation”
6 pm, Saturday, 11 April 2026
JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Artist Bio:
Shri Kanduri Charan Patra is a master artisan from Birabarpur village in the Cuttack district of Odisha. He has been associated with the traditional art of weaving for over 35 years. Shri Patra began his journey at the Utkal Silpa Kala Samiti to support his family, eventually establishing himself as an experienced and expert weaver. He developed specialised skills in producing a wide range of Silk Khadi products, combining traditional techniques with evolving design patterns.
Currently, Shri Patra is actively engaged in weaving finely designed products such as silk scarves and sarees. Using a frame loom, he and his family members work together to produce fine varieties of silk, cotton, and polyvastra fabrics, contributing to their economic stability and the preservation of traditional handloom practices.
In recognition of his exceptional craftsmanship, Shri Patra was honoured with the National Award in 2010 for his excellence in the field of Khadi and Village Industries. This prestigious award highlights his significant contribution to India’s handloom heritage and acknowledges his lifelong commitment as a master weaver.

11/03/2026

Meet our next speaker, photographer Debendra Kumar Pattanayak at the 288th Meet the Artist programme.

Mr. Pattanayak will give an illustrated lecture titled “Spring”.

6 pm, Saturday, 14 March 2026
JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:
Debendra Kumar Pattanayak (born 1958) is interested in photographing culture, heritage, landscapes and wildlife. Interested in photography since childhood, Pattanayak started photography when he was thirteen years old with an Agfa box camera and Agfa Click III.
Pattanayak studied BA in history from Ravenshaw College, Cuttack and completed his Masters in Ancient Indian History from JNU, New Delhi. He served as a probationary officer at SBI for 23 years. Since 2007, he has devoted his time to reading and photography.
Pattanayak currently uses Nikon mirrorless Z9 and Z7 cameras and around 40 lenses for photography. He also owns a personal library of over 4,000 books. For the past nine years, he has been part of a three-member group that has extensively explored and photographed temples and monuments in Odisha, as well as regions of Andhra Pradesh bordering Odisha that share Odia cultural heritage, with a particular interest in murals.

13/02/2026

Meet our next speaker, contemporary painter and sculptor Jagannath Panda at the 287th Meet the Artist programme.

Mr. Panda in his lecture, will discuss about Tradition to Transformation and his artistic journey.
6 pm, Monday, 16th February 2026
JDCA Camp Office, A20 VIP Colony, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Artist Bio:
Jagannath Panda (born 1970) is an Indian painter and sculptor whose practice engages with myth, memory, and the lived realities of contemporary urban India. He grew up in Bhubaneswar, in an environment shaped by ritual, storytelling, and local craft traditions.

Panda studied painting at the B. K. College of Art & Crafts, Bhubaneswar, followed by a Master’s degree in Sculpture from the M. S. University of Baroda in 1994. He later went as a visiting research fellow to the Fukuoka University of Education, Japan, and to the Royal College of Art, London, where he earned a further MA in Sculpture in 2002. He has received several awards, including those from the Lalit Kala Academy, the South Cultural Centre, and the Alice B***r Memorial Foundation.

Working across drawing, painting, and sculpture, Panda often incorporates textiles and detailed line work, drawing from palm-leaf manuscripts and Hindu epics. Based in Gurgaon since 2005, his work reflects urban growth, migration, and ecological tension. In 2011, he founded the Utsha Foundation for Contemporary Art, which supports young artists and encourages dialogue between contemporary practice and diverse cultural traditions.

07/01/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

A short course by Khoj International Artists’ Association led by Pooja Sood and Ruchira Das from 20 to 22 February 2026 (10:30 am to 5:30 pm) at JD Centre of Art (JDCA), Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

The 𝟑-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 will cover the key aspects of arts management: strategic planning, marketing, financial planning, and human resources. The teaching format will include presentations, engaging discussions, and practical exercises to be done individually and in groups.

This course is in collaboration with the JD Centre of Art (JDCA) and is aimed at arts practitioners living and working in the eastern region of India.

𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝟐𝟓 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲.
A registration fee of INR 500 will be collected to confirm participation. This fee will be refunded after the completion of the course.

The course is provided free of charge through the support of Petronet LNG Limited.

𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: Monday, 26 January 2026
𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Monday, 9 February 2026
𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: Friday, 20 February – Sunday, 22 February 2026

𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊: https://linktr.ee/JDCentreofArt #530052052

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Tuesday	9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 6pm
Thursday	9:30am - 6pm
Friday	9:30am - 6pm
Saturday	9:30am - 6pm

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