HK Kejriwal Young Artist Awards: Discover Emerging Talent

The HK Kejriwal Young Artist Award was established to address a critical gap in the art ecosystem: providing early-career artists with the visibility and institutional backing required to launch their careers. Every year, we sift through thousands of applications from across India, looking for distinct voices that challenge conventional boundaries.

Whether it is Sonal Varshneya’s intricate use of etching to reinterpret ancient mythology or Sadhna Prasad’s vivid, fantastical digital creations, the work presented here reflects the diverse preoccupations of today’s youth. We prioritize technical skill, yes, but we also look for artists who are brave enough to use their medium—be it sculpture, canvas, or digital installation—to make a statement on urban expansion, memory, or the natural world.

Visiting this exhibition at our Sadashivanagar space offers a chance to own a piece of art that is at the very beginning of its appreciation curve. Many of our past winners have gone on to be featured in major publications like The Hindu and Bangalore Mirror, and their works now reside in serious private collections. If you are looking to invest in art, this is where you start—not by buying established names, but by identifying the talent that will become the next generation of Indian masters. We welcome you to experience these works firsthand at our gallery, where you can speak with our gallery directors about the provenance of each piece and the story behind the artist’s journey.