Bloody Dark Body is a solo exhibition by Mahalakshmi Kannappan that transforms graphite and wood into layered, abstract sculptural forms. The works explore the delicate balance between fragility and strength, permanence and impermanence, presence and absence. Through subtle gradations of black and meticulously crafted surfaces, Mahalakshmi creates a poetic language of materiality and touch, inviting viewers to experience memory, time, and transformation in tangible form.
The exhibition is designed by Sona Reddy, enhancing the viewing experience, while the curatorial text by Bose Krishnamachari guides visitors through the nuances of her practice, offering a deeper understanding of the layered forms and metaphoric richness of the works.