Shrikant Gajanan Jadhav is a senior Indian visual artist, educator, and retired professor whose creative journey spans over five decades. Born in 1950 in Kirloskarwadi, Maharashtra, he grew up in an artistic environment, observing his father paint and developing a deep attachment to art from an early age. This early influence inspired him to pursue formal training and dedicate his life to creative practice.

He completed his G. D. Art in Painting in 1973, followed by a Post Diploma in Mural Painting in 1974 and an Art Master Diploma in 1975 from the prestigious Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai. After completing his education, he joined the same institution as a lecturer and served with dedication until his retirement in 2008, contributing significantly to art education and mentoring generations of students.

As both a teacher and practitioner, Jadhav explored various genres of painting. However, his temperament as a quiet observer led him to develop a deep connection with nature, especially trees. For him, trees represent silence, strength, and emotional resonance. This connection evolved into his signature style, expressive interpretations of landscapes and natural forms infused with personal reflection and subtle emotion.

Working primarily in expressive and landscape-oriented styles, his paintings balance observation with introspection. Post-retirement, he has devoted himself fully to travel, exploration, and translating new environments into his unique visual language.

Through his lifelong commitment to art and education, Shrikant Gajanan Jadhav continues to create works that celebrate nature, contemplation, and the enduring power of artistic expression.

Personal details:

Born at Kirloskarwadi (Maharashtra), 11th December 1950.
G. D. Art (Painting) - Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai 1973.
Graphic - Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai 1972-74.
Post Diploma Mural Painting - Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai 1974.
Art Master Diploma - Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai 1975.
D.T.C Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune, 1969.

Academic Pursuits:

Teaching experience as a lecturer and professor at Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai, (Department: Fine Art, Painting) from 1975 to 2008.

Artist’s Statement

I grew up watching my father paint, and from an early age, I knew that art would be my life’s path. This conviction guided me from my school years to my studies at Sir J. J. School of Art, where my journey as an artist truly took shape. I consider myself fortunate to have served my alma mater as a lecturer from the beginning of my professional life until my retirement. Teaching allowed me to engage with diverse genres of painting and to learn alongside my students continuously.

While I enjoy the company of people, I am, by nature, a quiet observer and a listener. Perhaps this is why I find my deepest connection and comfort in nature, especially in trees, which represent a silent yet powerful living world. Through them, I discover a space for reflection, expression, and emotional balance. Over time, this connection has evolved into my preferred artistic language: expressing inner feelings and experiences through the forms, rhythms, and presence of trees.

For me, painting is not merely a visual exercise but a means of understanding life, silence, and continuity. Each tree I paint carries its own story, strength, and stillness, reflecting both the outer world and my inner state of mind.

After retirement, I have devoted myself to exploring new places and translating these experiences into my personal style of painting. This phase has allowed me to rediscover freedom in creation and deepen my relationship with art as a lifelong companion.

— Prof. Shrikant Gajanan Jadhav

Shrikant Gajanan Jadhav

Visual Artist | Thane, Maharashtra, India

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