Haren Thakur

Haren Thakur (b. 1953) is a distinguished artist whose work is deeply rooted in the tribal ethos and natural landscapes of Jharkhand. A graduate of Shantiniketan, he was mentored by iconic artists such as Ramkinkar Baij, Somnath Hore, and Binod Bihari Mukherjee. Their influence, combined with the simplicity and depth of Santhali culture, has profoundly shaped his artistic vision.

Thakur’s work is a poetic blend of tribal forms and contemporary aesthetics, often created using mixed media on Nepalese rice paper. His compositions reflect harmony, rhythm, and spiritual resonance, drawing inspiration from nature, mythology, and the structural beauty of primitive art. His exploration goes beyond visual representation—he delves into the symbolic and emotional significance of trees, tribal life, and forgotten histories.

Fusing tribal geometry with visual elements inspired by Egyptian mural traditions, Thakur seeks to rediscover the essence of ancient creativity. For him, creation is not governed by doctrine, but by an intuitive connection to nature and the past. His art embodies spontaneity and inner rhythm rather than surface sophistication.