Janarthanan Rudhramoorthy's Iron Sculptures: The Body as Story

Here, Janarthanan’s work speaks to the many layers that form who we are. From certain angles, you see a human silhouette, while from others, the form becomes abstract. This multiplicity represents the complex, often unseen, nature of our mind space.

This kinetic iron sculpture by Janarthanan Rudhramoorthy seems to burst with untethered motion. The layered figure suggests the many versions of ourselves, creating a dynamic and agile form that defies the weight of its material.

Janarthanan sees the human form as a container for the living being within, much like a bird's nest. This winged sculpture, crafted from iron, evokes a sense of both strength and fragility, capturing the essence of a sentient being ready for flight.

A view of the 'Nestled Within' solo exhibition, showcasing Janarthanan Rudhramoorthy's magnificent metallic beings. The gallery space is transformed by these free-floating, untethered sculptures that explore the human form.

A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Janarthanan Rudhramoorthy's sculptures. His process involves layering overlapping silhouettes to depict the many selves and identities, both physical and metaphorical, that exist within us.

A glimpse into the artist's process, where raw metal is cut and shaped. Janarthanan allows his iron sculptures to rust, a process that transforms them over time and serves as a powerful reminder of the cycles of nature.

Residing in the industrial province of Ambattur in Chennai, Janarthanan discovered his love for metal as an authentic medium to convey his thoughts on the complexities of the human experience. Here, his works are installed in the gallery.

The artist at work, bending and shaping iron. Janarthanan is fundamentally captivated by the human body, and his process uniquely captures its elegance, harmony, and balance, even as the material itself is heavy and industrial.

'The Surface of My Body I', an iron sculpture by Janarthanan Rudhramoorthy. This piece explores the human form as a vessel, conveying the artist's thoughts on the complexities of our existence through a stark, powerful silhouette.