ARTIST STATEMENT
Dinesh is Toronto based Artist and an observant watercolorist, who has taught himself the art form. His breathtaking masterpieces capture the essence of his worldly adventures. As a kid, he loved drawing and that passion stayed. Through vibrant colors and intricate details, his artwork transports viewers into his own world. After settling in Toronto, he found inspiration in the city's rich culture and diverse inhabitants.
Dinesh pushes the boundaries of watercolors to create his unique style, earning recognition in juried exhibitions and among collectors. One of his artworks will be displayed in Toronto's City Hall art gallery earning a place in the esteemed Toronto Collections. He firmly believes that beauty can be found anywhere, whether it's in a worn-out city area or in the stunning natural scenery.
He hopes his creations will encourage people to take a little extra time to appreciate the magnificence in their immediate surroundings. In addition to his art, Dinesh finds solace in nature and enjoys playing softball during warm summers.
EDUCATION
2010 Game Art and Design, Centennial College, Toronto ON
2008 B.Tech, Information Technology, Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, IN
AWARDS
2023 Mayor Purchase Award, TOAF (62nd Toronto Outdoor Art Fair), Toronto ON
2022 People’s Choice Award, Homer Watson Gallery, Annual Juried Show, Kitchener, ON
EXHIBITION
2024 Solo Exhibition, Impressions, Toronto Public Library (North York), Jan 2024, Toronto, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, New Vistas: Next Steps exhibition, Juried Exhibition, Dec 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, 71st Colour Form Society, Juried Exhibition, Dec 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, Homer Watson House & Gallery, Juried Exhibition, Nov 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, 62nd Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, TOAF, Jul 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, 36th Pelham Art Festival, Juried Exhibition, May 2023, Pelham, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, 59th Aurora Art Show, Juried Exhibition, Apr 2023, Aurora, ON
2023 Group Exhibition, 10x10 Show, Collective 131, Juried Exhibition, Mar 2023, Oakville, ON
2022 Online Exhibition, Limitless, FCA (Federation of Canadian Artist), Juried Exhibition, Oct 2022, Vancouver, BC
2022 Group Exhibition, Homer Watson House & Gallery, Juried Exhibition, Nov 2022, Toronto, ON
2022 Group Exhibition, 22nd Annual Juried Show, Oakville Arts, Sept 2022, Oakville, ON
2022 Group Exhibition, "Life Doesn't Stand Still", Juried exhibition, Leslie Grove Gallery, Dec 2022, Toronto, ON
2022 Group Exhibition, MOD Fall Art Fair, Dufferin Of Museum, Juried Exhibition, Sept 2022, Dufferin, ON
2022 Group Exhibition, Perceptions, Twist Gallery, Juried Exhibition, Aug 2022, Toronto, ON
ART SHOWS
2023 Toronto Art Crawl, Exhibition Place, Dec 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Trinity Bellwoods Park, Aug 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 Toronto Artisan Art Market, CF Don Mills Shop, Jul 2023, Toronto, ON
2023 BARNS Spring Art Festival, May 2023, Toronto, ON
2022 Craftadian Art Market, Oct 2022, Mississauga, ON
2022 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Trinity Bellwoods Park, Aug 2022, Toronto, ON
2022 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Trinity Bellwoods Park, Aug 2022, Toronto, ON
2022 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Nathan Philips Square, Jul 2022, Toronto, ON
2022 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Trinity Bellwoods Park, Jun 2022, Toronto, ON
2021 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Twist Gallery, Dec 2021, Toronto, ON
2021 Toronto Artisan Art Market, Twist Gallery, Oct 2021, Toronto, ON
ARTIST TALKS & WORKSHOPS
2024 Winter Term - Sessional Instructor, Shader Art, OCAD, Toronto, ON
2024 Winter Term Workshop, Watercolor Journey through Winterscapes, Homer Watson Gallery, Kitchener, ON
2024 Winter Term Workshop, Watercolor Fundamentals, Avenue Road Arts School, Toronto, ON
2023 Fall Term Workshop, Watercolor Cityscapes, Avenue Road Arts School, Toronto, ON
2023 Volunteer Workshop, Fun with Watercolors, Aldebrain Care Services, Scarborough, ON