Celebrating Handmade Ceramics
Explore a lifetime of ceramic artistry and innovation by Kusum Gupta — sculptor, teacher, and winner of the Dev Kumar Prize, Bombay Art Society 1989.
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Dev Kumar Prize, Bombay Art Society, 1989
Her Story
Born in 1941 in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, Kusum Gupta graduated from Ravishankar University, Raipur. Her love of sculpture began early — wood-carving, pottery, and bell-metal casting were part of her life long before formal recognition found her.
Her journey took her through the tribal communities of Bastar, where she learned metal casting techniques, and through the craft of wood carving, all before discovering her true medium. In 1987, when Bharat Bhawan in Bhopal opened its ceramic facilities, Kusum began working with clay — choosing cacti, mushrooms, wood, and sea shells as her subjects.
Within two years she had created a body of work exhibited across Bhopal's most prestigious venues. In 1989, during the Bombay Art Society's centenary celebrations, she was awarded the Dev Kumar Prize for outstanding sculpture. Her prize-winning piece, Adi Kusum, was exhibited at the Jehangir Art Gallery — and gave this body of work its name.
Key Achievements
- Dev Kumar Prize — Bombay Art Society Centenary, 1989
- Solo Exhibition — Jehangir Art Gallery, Bombay, 1992
- Group Exhibition — Roopankar, Bharat Bhawan, Bhopal, 1988
- Group Exhibition — Ravindra Bhavan, Bhopal, 1988 & 1989
- 35+ Years — Continuous practice since 1987
- Featured Alongside — M.F. Hussain, Anupam Kher
"Clay responds to patience. Every piece is a conversation between intention and material — you guide it, but it also guides you."
Gallery
Selected works — click any piece to explore
Classes
Learn ceramics from a master. Small groups, personal attention.
Beginner Ceramics
Monday & Wednesday, 10am – 12pm
₹2,500 / month
Start from zero. Learn hand-building, basic throwing, and surface decoration. No experience needed.
Intermediate Workshop
Saturday, 10am – 1pm
₹3,000 / month
Deepen your skills in wheel throwing, trimming, and glaze chemistry. For students with 3+ months experience.
Private Lessons
By appointment
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One-on-one sessions tailored to your goals — ideal for focused projects or accelerated learning.
From Students
"Kusum ji has a rare ability to teach through patience. Her classes changed not just how I work with clay, but how I observe the world."
"I came with no experience and left after three months with my first fired piece and a lifelong appreciation for ceramics."
"The studio atmosphere is warm and unhurried. Kusum ji's guidance is precise, generous, and deeply inspiring."
Get in Touch
Location
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Studio Hours
Mon – Sat, 9am – 6pm
Note
Classes fill quickly. Reach out early to secure your spot or join the waitlist.