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Sumana Dey

Sumana Dey is an award-winning Indian figurative artist, researcher, and educator whose work celebrates the richness of India’s cultural heritage through contemporary visual expression. A graduate of Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune, she secured First Class First with Distinction and was awarded the prestigious Usha Deshmukh Gold Medal by Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai. Sumana Dey A Journey Through Art, Culture, and Tradition For artist Sumana Dey, art is not merely a profession—it is a lifelong journey of learning, devotion, and cultural expression. Her artistic path began under the guidance of her late father and first guru, Shri Sachin Nath, who introduced her to the discipline and joy of drawing at a young age. Those early lessons became the foundation of a career dedicated to celebrating India’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. Over the years, Sumana has established herself as a figurative artist, earning recognition through numerous awards, exhibitions, art camps, workshops, demonstrations, and jury assignments at national levels. While these achievements have marked important milestones in her career, she believes that the true reward