The graphic art or printmaking was known & flourished during half of the 19th century in Assam. Earlier it was used purely for the commercial purpose. But in the early time this technique was not much discussed by the artist, writer and scholar. After "Orunodoi Era" it got more importance among the art scenario in Assam.
Printing is considered as the technique of producing multiple prints by applying ink to the mother block, with multiple prints option the maximum number of editions can be made available to mass at the same time.
The origin of the phrase, 'Graphics' has been derived from the 'Greek Graphikos' through the Latin 'Graphicus' and its stand for the writing, drawing and Art.
Printmaking is the process of making artworks by printing, usually on paper. Printmaking normally comes as only the process of creating prints with an element of originality rather than just being a photographic reproduction of the same piece which is called edition of print each piece produced is not a copy but considered as an original edition. It is not a reproduction of work of art and can be technically considered as an 'Impression'. Creating a work by taking impression from the matrix and applying pressure which is prime means of making multiple copies of a work of art or images. Aristotle, use of the word impression to speak of the mental image must have been more preceded by the existence of seals and other geographical signs and practices in ancient Greece. At the same time, unlike other art work impression, art is not a passive reflector of society but active participant in the larger historical process and social information.
Table of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER-1
- CONTANTS
- THE HISTORICAL REFERENCE OF PRINT MEDIA IN INDIA
- “ORUNODOI” AS A EVIDENCE OF THE DEVELOPMENT IN PRINT MEDIA IN ASSAM.
- JODUMONI CHOPAKHANA IS HISTORICALLY IMPORTANCE FOR IT'S SEVERAL PRINTING PRODUCTION DURING THE TIME OF PRE-INDEPENDENCE...
- CHAPTER-2
- THE PIONEERS OF PRINTMAKING INTRODUCED AS A IMPORTANT LANGUAGE OF ARTS, DURING 1950'S TO 80'S..
- CHAPTER-3
- THE EMERGENCE OF PRINTMAKING ACADEMICALLY IN ART SCHOOLS OF ASSAM..
- CHAPTER-4
- A BRIEF ANALYSIS ABOUT THE INTRODUCTION OF PRINTMAKING AS A MODERN VISUAL LANGUAGE DURING 1980'S ONWARDS.
- NONI BORPUJARI AS A PRINTMAKER AND HIS EXPERIMENTATION ON DIFFERENT MATRIX.
- THE VITAL ROLE OF DILIP TAMULY IN THE FIELD OF PRINTMAKING AND A BRIEF DISCUSSION ABOUT HIS JOURNEY AS A PRINTMAKER.
- DISCUSS ABOUT DR. RAJKUMAR MAZINDER AND HIS WORKS OF PRINTMAKING IS A SIGNIFICATION OF SECULARISM DURING 90S ONWARDS IN A BROADER ASPECT.
- MANESWAR BRAMHA AS A EXPLORATORY INNOVATOR IN CONTEMPORARY SCENARIO OF PRINTMAKING.
Objectives and Key Themes
This dissertation explores the evolution of printmaking in Assam, North-East India, with a particular focus on its historical development and the key figures who shaped its trajectory. It aims to understand the emergence of printmaking as a significant art form in Assam, tracing its origins, key influences, and its role in shaping the artistic landscape of the region.
- The historical development of printmaking in Assam, tracing its roots to the early 19th century.
- The influence of key pioneers who introduced printmaking as a language of art during the 1950s to 1980s.
- The establishment of printmaking as an academic discipline in art schools of Assam.
- The emergence of printmaking as a modern visual language during the 1980s onwards.
- The work of prominent printmakers in Assam, including their experimental techniques and contributions to the field.
Chapter Summaries
The dissertation delves into the historical context of printmaking in Assam, starting with the introduction of print media in the region during the mid-19th century. Chapter 1 explores the significance of publications like "Orunodoi" and the role of the Jodumoni Chopakhana in the development of printing during the pre-independence era. Chapter 2 focuses on the pioneers who introduced printmaking as a significant art form in Assam during the 1950s and 1980s. Chapter 3 examines the establishment of printmaking as an academic discipline in art schools within Assam. Chapter 4 analyzes the emergence of printmaking as a modern visual language during the 1980s onwards, featuring the work of prominent printmakers like Noni Borpujari, Dilip Tamuly, Dr. Rajkumar Mazinder, and Maneswar Bramha.
Keywords
The dissertation focuses on the history and development of printmaking in Assam, exploring key figures like Noni Borpujari, Dilip Tamuly, and Dr. Rajkumar Mazinder. It examines the emergence of printmaking as a modern visual language in Assam, including its integration into art schools, and the role of printmaking in reflecting social and cultural themes of the region.
- Citation du texte
- Pranjit Sarma (Auteur), 2018, The Evolution of Printmaking in Assam, North-East India, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1371815
