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Shelly Jyoti (born November 12, 1957, Rohtak, Haryana) is a visual artist,, fashion designer, poet, and independent curator based in New Delhi, India. Her work intertwines visual art, Indian history, and societal issues, using iconography to reimagine historical events in the context of contemporary social and political concerns.

Career
Jyoti's artistic repertoire delves into India's historical narratives, infusing them with modern interpretations to address prevalent societal issues. Her creations resonate deeply with Indian history and culture, offering fresh perspectives on historical events.

Exhibitions
Throughout her career, Jyoti has presented her work in numerous prestigious exhibitions:


 * 2023 Indigo: The Blue Gold (retrospective 2009-23).  Venue: South Asia Institute, Chicago, IL Description: This exhibition explored the multifaceted history of indigo, incorporating themes of global trade, forced labor, migration, and colonization within India's colonial past. Jyoti's artwork, featuring recurring symbols like Gandhi's spinning wheel, fish, and ships, offered a poignant narrative on indigo's story. Critically acclaimed, the exhibition garnered praise for its insightful exploration and the originality of Jyoti's work.


 * 2021 Epoch 2020: An Iconology of Time (virtual exhibition/webinar)  Venue: Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
 * 2019 Bound by duty: An idea of Swaraj and Collectiveness  Venues: Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai; India International Center, New Delhi; Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, New Delhi
 * 2018 Revisiting Gandhi: The Art of Shelly Jyoti (Retrospective 2009-2018) Venue: Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, New Delhi
 * 2016 The Khadi March: Just Five Meters (Solo)  Venues: National Gallery of Modern Art, Bangalore; Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi; Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
 * 2013 Salt:The Great March-(Solo show) Venues: Azad Bhavan Gallery, Indian Council of Cultural Relations, New Delhi; The Heritage Museum DakshinaChitra, Chennai; India International Centre, New Delhi; Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, New Delhi
 * 2009 Indigo: New works by Shelly Jyoti & Laura Kina Venues: Gandhi Memorial Centre, Washington DC, USA; Chicago Cultural Centre, Chicago IL, USA; Diana Lowenstein Gallery, Miami FL, USA; ArtXchange Gallery, Seattle WA, USA; Nehru Centre, Mumbai; Palm Court Gallery, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi; ABS RedEarth Art Gallery, Baroda
 * 2009 Women Imaging Women: The study of female portraiture Venue: The State Street Gallery, Robert Morris University, Chicago, USA
 * 2008 Beyond Mithila: Exploring the Decorative Venues: Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, USA; Jamaat Art Gallery, Mumbai; India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
 * 2007 Lyrical Abstraction: A Room of/for Muses Venues: Experimental Art Gallery, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi; Welcome Art Gallery, Baroda, Gujarat

Work in the Parliament of India
In 2023, Shelly Jyoti's triptych titled "Charkha - the Wheels of Swavalamban" was prominently installed at the Shilp Gallery in the new Parliament House building in New Delhi. This art piece, featuring two charkhas, symbolizes unity and broad-based participation towards India's self-reliance, echoing Gandhian ideologies.

Jyoti's contribution forms a part of a comprehensive thematic installation at the Shilp Gallery, showcasing works by over 350 artists from across India. This collective display is organized under eight themes, reflecting the diverse cultural tapestry of India.