Arvind Sharma’s printmaking is distinguished by a meticulous sensitivity to human relationships and the cultural tapestry of his native Karnal, Haryana. Rooted in early influences from his father’s devotional drawings, Sharma’s work reflects a lifelong engagement with line, form, and the nuances of communal life. His prints capture the rhythms of interaction and the subtle dynamics that shape identity within a multicultural society, rendered with a precision that speaks to both technical mastery and emotional depth.

Trained at Kurukshetra University with both a Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts, Sharma’s artistic journey has been marked by prolific creativity and international recognition. Accumulating 251 awards, split almost evenly between national and international honors, his contributions to printmaking resonate across borders. His works are held in esteemed collections such as the China Printmaking Museum and numerous private holdings worldwide, signaling his far-reaching impact within the global art community. Sharma’s practice spans an impressive range of printmaking techniques, including etching, lithography, woodcut, serigraphy, and drypoint. This diversity of methods underscores a commitment to exploring the full expressive potential of the medium. His technical expertise is matched by a conceptual rigor, aligning the quality of his line work with thoughtful reflections on social experience. Each print emerges as a nuanced exploration of community life, its tensions, harmonies, and evolving narratives.

Beyond his studio practice, Sharma is deeply invested in education and mentorship. As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fine Art at Budha College of Higher Education, Karnal, he fosters both technical proficiency and creative inquiry among emerging artists. His dedication to teaching complements his artistic contributions, ensuring the vitality and continuity of printmaking traditions alongside contemporary innovation. Arvind Sharma’s career embodies a dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity, personal vision and communal storytelling. His ability to integrate classical printmaking techniques with themes rooted in lived experience positions him as a vital figure in Indian and international printmaking circles. Through his work, Sharma continues to engage audiences with prints that resonate visually and culturally, reflecting the complexities and richness of human interaction within a rapidly changing world.