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SRIJANIKA ART GALLERY
Nexus Seawood Mall - Navi Mumbai
A MONTH-LONG ART EXHIBITION
WITH SELLING OPPORTUNITIES IN NAVI MUMBAI
Indian Art Carnival – Season 9
Organised by: Srijanika Art Gallery, Nexus Seawood Mall, Navi Mumbai
Curated by: SKAF India (Siddhartha Karmakar Art Foundation), Mumbai
Date: 2nd - 29th August 2026
Time: 11 am - 10 pm (Daily)
DRAWING/PAINTING | PHOTOGRAPHY | DIGITAL ART | GRAPHIC ART
siddhARTha karmakar Art Foundation (SKAF India), founded by artist and advertising professional siddhARTha karmakar, is committed to uplifting emerging artists, especially those lacking recognition or platforms to showcase their work. With an MFA from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata and 25+ years in advertising sector in Mumbai, Siddhartha combines creative and strategic expertise to guide artists in navigating today’s art landscape. SKAF India bridges the gap between talent and opportunity, offering exposure, resources, and support - empowering artists to thrive and connect with a global audience.
siddhARTha karmakar
CURATOR
ARTWORK GUIDELINES
- Artwork in any medium on framed canvas or canvas board is preferred.
- An outer frame is not mandatory for inner framed canvas, but it is mandatory for canvas boards.
- Glass-framed artwork will be accepted only if the artist can drop off and pick up the artwork/s directly from the gallery on the specified dates and time. Glass-framed artwork/s will not be accepted via hyperlocal courier or delivery services.
- For photography, canvas print with inner frame is preffered.
- 2 hanging clips on the backside of each artwork are mandatory, even for small-sized works.
SIZE OF ARTWORKS
Maximum size of artwork should be:
2 ft (width) x 2 ft (height)
(AFTER COMPLETE FRAMING)
Artwork slightly larger will be accepted with an additional fee.
PHYSICAL ARTWORK SUBMISSION
Local artists must personally deliver and collect their artwork to and from the Gallery.
SRIJANIKA ART GALLERY
LG & B1 Floor, Nexus Seawoods Mall, Sec 40, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400706
Drop Off - 1st August (Saturday) 5pm
Pick Up - 29th August (Saturday) 7pm
Courier option also available for out station artists with Rs 500 per artwork additional cost. (From our Mumbai address to the gallery and return)
PARTICIPATION FEES
PAYABLE AFTER THE SELECTION, NOT AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION
FOR 4 WEEKS (28 days), INCLUDING WEEKENDS
1 ARTWORK Rs. 2199
FOR EXTRA ARTWORK Rs. 1999 FOR EACH
Larger Artwork will be accepted with an additional fee of Rs. 500 PER SQ/FT
FOR 10 ARTWORKS & ABOVE FLAT 10% DISCOUNT on the total fees.
SALES & COMMISSION
The gallery will add 33% to the artist's price before selling the artwork to the buyer. This extra 33% is the gallery's commission and will be paid by the buyer. THE ARTIST WILL RECEIVE THE FULL PRICE THEY ASKED FOR. NO COMMISSION WILL BE CHARGED FROM THE ARTISTS.
ALL ARTISTS WILL GET
Participation certificate and memento will be provided to all participants.
Participation e-certificate and e-poster will also be provided to all participants.
CURATORSHIP & SUBMISSION FEE
Indian Art Carnival is curated by siddhARTha karmakar Art Foundation, Mumbai. There is no submission fee to apply for selection. Participation fees are payable only after final selection.
SELECTION PROCESS
Each submission will be evaluated individually, not collectively.
PAYMENT TIMELINE
Participation fees must be paid within 4 days of selection. Space will be reserved for 4 days only; if payment is not received, the slot will be offered to another artist.
ARTWORK DELIVERY
The organizer is not responsible for any breakage or damage to artwork sent via hyperlocal couriers or delivery services. It is entirely the artist’s responsibility.
ARTIST PRESENCE
The artist’s physical presence at the exhibition at all times is not mandatory.
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