Draft:Varun Tandon

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Comment: Draft is not written in a neutral encyclopedic tone; it seems like it may be an autobiography. The claims in the draft are not properly sourced. Netherzone (talk) 13:20, 1 February 2025 (UTC)

Biography

Early Life

Varun Tandon was born and raised in Jalandhar, a city renowned for its Sports industry & vibrant cultural heritage. From a young age, he had a keen interest in the arts, often spending hours sketching and drawing.

Education

Varun did not receive formal education in art. However, during his graduation, he was deeply inspired by the works of the Late Artist Sardar Surinder Singh Ji. This inspiration motivated Varun to start sketching during his College years.

Career Beginnings

After graduating, Varun Tandon embarked on his professional journey in Chandigarh, working in a consultancy company. He spent nine years in this job, all the while nurturing his passion for sketching. Varun often gifted his artwork to colleagues, which allowed him to refine his techniques and develop a unique artistic voice. Following his departure from the consultancy job, he focused on honing his skills in visual arts. His unique style and dedication led to his work being featured in local galleries, earning him critical acclaim and a growing fanbase.

Artistic Style and Influences

Main Themes

Varun Tandon's artworks predominantly pay tribute to famous personalities. His pieces often encapsulate the essence and legacy of these individuals.

Techniques

Varun Tandon began his artistic journey with pencil sketches. He then transitioned to using black ink for his artworks. Over time, he has experimented with a diverse range of unique materials such as burnt matchsticks, tea leaves, salt, spices, smoke, and stamps. Varun selects the material based on the subject of the artwork to ensure that each portrait or piece tells a compelling story.

Influences

Varun is deeply influenced by the injustices and wrongdoings in society. He creates artworks that spread positive messages and encourages the use of easily accessible materials to make art sustainable, rather than relying on traditional colors.

Major Works

Notable Projects

Some of Varun Tandon's notable projects include:

Portrait of Late Sardar Jaspal Bhatti: Created using emoji stickers. Portrait of Late Sardar Milkha Singh: Made with limestone powder, commonly used to mark athletic tracks. Portrait of Late Sardar Balbir Singh Sr: Crafted with a black inked ball moved with a hockey stick. Portrait of Louis Braille: Composed of pages from old Braille books. Portrait of Dr. BR Ambedkar: Made with pages from books and newspapers. Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi: Created using salt.

Exhibitions & Workshops

Varun Tandon has showcased his work in various exhibitions and conducted multiple workshops:

Exhibitions:

Few of Varun Tandon's Exhibition at

Beant Singh Memorial, Chandigarh, May 3, 2015.

Punjab Kala Bhawan, Chandigarh, June 25, 2017.

Government Museum & Art Gallery, Chandigarh, October 29–30, 2021.

Hotel The Lalit, Chandigarh, April 30, 2022.

AFC Gallery, Alliance Francaise, Chandigarh, May 26–28, 2023.

Rama Krishna Mission, Chandigarh, January 12, 2025.

Workshops:

Few of Varun Tandon's Workshops at

Institute for the Blind, Chandigarh, May 24, 2017.

Ashiana Children’s Home, Panchkula, June 18, 2017.

Eco City 1, New Chandigarh, April 25, 2022.

Observation Cum Special Home, Sector 25, October 22, 2023.

References

The Tribune - Smiling Away to Glory^[1]

Times of India - Chandigarh Artist Creates Milkha Singh's Image on Feathers^[2]

Indian Express - Bappi Lahiri Tribute by Chandigarh Artist^[3]

NDTV Food - MDH Owner Death News^[4]

The Tribune - Of Impression and Expression^[5]

ANI News - Optical Illusion Portrait of Guru Nanak Dev Ji^[6]

References

[1] ttps://www.tribuneindia.com/news/archive/smiling-away-to-glory-768521

[2] ttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/lifestyle/spotlight/chandigarh-artist-creates-milkha-singhs-image-on-feathers-as-tribute-to-the-flying-sikh/videoshow/83662878.cms

[3] ttps://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/art-and-culture/bappi-lahiri-death-chandigarh-artist-tribute-singer-golden-voice-7777036/

[4] ttps://food.ndtv.com/news/mdh-owner-death-news-chandigarh-artist-tribute-portrait-spices-2334313

[5] ttps://www.tribuneindia.com/news/archive/life-style/of-impression-expression-456327/

[6] ttps://www.aninews.in/news/national/general-news/gurupurab-chandigarh-based-artist-makes-optical-illusion-portrait-of-guru-nanak-dev-ji20201130050405/

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