An essay about transformation in all its forms – from Ovid’s mythic shifts to our digital selves. About politics as performance, the body as a project, and the art of embracing change without losing ourselves.
Bharti Kher, one of India’s most prominent contemporary artists, is known for her complex works that explore both intimate and universal themes. Her art spans sculpture, painting, and installation, often featuring a variety of materials and symbols, with the bindi serving as a recurring motif. These symbols represent transformation, identity, and human consciousness, inviting viewers to delve into social layers and cultural topics that provoke deeper reflection.
