Sanjay Bhattacharya

Sanjay Bhattacharya (b. 1958) is a contemporary Indian figurative artist from Kolkata, known for his expressive paintings of urban life, travel experiences, and everyday human moments. A graduate of the Government College of Art & Craft, Kolkata, he began his career as a freelance illustrator for leading advertising agencies before establishing himself as a full-time painter.

 His practice focuses on contemporary figurative art, capturing fleeting scenes and lived experiences through a strong sense of observation and narrative depth. Bhattacharya’s works often reflect modern Indian life, blending realism with expressive interpretation.

Trained under Bikash Bhattacharya, his paintings demonstrate a refined understanding of light and shadow, influenced by Dutch realist traditions. This is evident in his dramatic tonal contrasts and carefully composed imagery.

Working primarily in oil and watercolour painting, he uses an earthy, pigment-rich palette with subtle textures and atmospheric lighting. His artworks balance realism and emotion, transforming travel memories and urban impressions into compelling visual narratives. He is widely recognised for his contemporary Indian painting style that bridges figurative realism with experiential storytelling.