Nishikant Palande

Fine Artist | Illustrator | Mentor

Nishikant Palande is an acclaimed fine artist and illustrator, celebrated for his hyper-realistic portraits, intricate landscapes, and detailed illustrations. A graduate of the prestigious J.J. School of Art, he seamlessly blends artistic mastery with versatility, working across mediums like watercolors, gouache, charcoal, and acrylics.

Nishikant is the founder of Kalaarambh and Thoughtline Design Studio, nurturing budding artists and fostering creative excellence. His artistic journey includes numerous national and international accolades, reflecting his ability to capture the essence of everyday life and the beauty of landscapes with striking precision.

As a committee member of the Art Society of India, Nishikant remains dedicated to the art community, conducting workshops and live demonstrations to inspire and educate aspiring artists.

Notable Contributions:

  • National and international awards for fine arts.
  • Renowned for hyper-realistic portraits and dynamic landscapes.
  • Active mentor, fostering creativity through teaching and exhibitions
Award

Awards and Achievements

GoldmedalinATD-2004
BestcolorawardinBFAAppliedArts-2005Selection in ISW Albania - 2016
SelectioninWatercolorFestival-VIZart2nd TiranaInternationalWatercolor-2017Selection in ISW India - 2017
Kala Vidya Sankul Polytechnic Landscape Competition- 3rd Award 2017 Selection in ISW Czech - 2018
TheArtofWatercolourMagazine(32nd issue)WinnerofReader-2018Selection in Fabrianoin Acquarello - 2018
Selection in IWS Global Summit - 2018
GalleriaEsdéFinalistsInternationalWatercolorContest-2018GAWA International Watercolor Online Contest - 2018 Appreciation Award of Abu Rawash Award- 2019
GAWA International Watercolor Online Contest - 2019 2nd RunnerupinWhiteNightsWatercolourAward-2019Bronze Medal in 1st Olympiart IWS Exhibition - 2019
1st RunnerUpinWatercolorMediumWorldArtCompetition3.0byJumbishCreationsKokuyo Camlin Award in best Portrait – 2021
Bombay Art Society Award – 2023
ISW Singapore- Bronze Medal 2024
 
Workshop

Workshops

Watercolour Portrait Workshop in Delhi - 2018
Watercolour Portrait Workshop in Delhi - 2019
Watercolour Portrait Workshop in Chandigarh - 2019
WatercolourLandscapeWorkshopinChandigarh-2019
Watercolour Landscape Workshop in Mumbai - 2019
Watercolour Portrait Workshop in Mumbai - 2019
Residential Workshop in Bundi - 2022

Residential Workshop Kashmir - 2022
ResidentialWorkshopKhajuraho-2023