Kirti Mandir
Sculptor and Artist

Kirti Mandir is a Kenyan born British citizen of Indian origin, who's artistic work has been widely exhibited in various museums and art galleries through out  the U.K. and overseas, featured in several times on TV. documentaries in many countries. My work can be seen in  both public and private collections world wide. I have  taught in many art colleges in the U.K. and Ireland. I am deeply involved with community art and music projects as well.  In my art I try and express the simple and serene, with inspiration coming from prehistoric art, anthropomorphic sculptures and functional objects. My work is mostly based on human form. I use a variety of materials including bronze, stone and wood and combine modern and traditional techniques. 

http://www.kirti-mandir.com/

The Man behind the art

from Kirty Mandir's website
In my art I try and express the simple and serene, with inspiration coming from prehistoric art anthropormorphic sculptures and functional objects. My work is mostly based on human form. I use a variety of materials including bronze, stone and wood and combine modern and traditional techniques. I was born in Africa in Nairobi, Kenya, but then moved to India at a young age to study. I later moved on to stay in Britain where I have remained, I feel that contrasting places where I have lived has greatly influenced my art.

"Art is my life. It gives me great pleasure and peace of mind and is very relaxing."

Areas of work

Sculptures - Bronze, Stone & Wood Paintings - Acrylic(s) on paper Weavings - Hand woven pieces

Qualifications

1978 Certificate in metal casting, Faculty of Fine Arts, Baroda, India
1976 Diploma in sculpture, Kala Kendra,Vallabh Vidhyanagar, India
1972 Art teachers training, Kala Kendra, Vallabh Vidhyanagar, India

Solo Exhibitions

1999 Garter Lane arts Centre, Waterford, Ireland
1997 South Tipperary Arts centre, Clonmel, Ireland
1994 Museum and Art Gallery, Hitchin, England
1994 Gallery Kohler, London, England
1993 Holland Gallery, Londond,England
1992 Watermans Arts Centre, London, England
1988 Newburgh Street Gallery, London, England
1987 Teagles Arts, Letchworth, England
1983 Halam Gallery, London

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