In order to portray the best of Bangladesh at this year's 18th Asian Art Biennale Bangladesh (AABB), what better way than to let a group of talented young artists prove their mettle in a month-long open studio art project, compliment their styles in harmonic synergy and showcase in one of the best platforms of all? The result is "Bindu Bisorga", the output of experimental artworks in different mediums. The artworks reflect the artists' perceptions about life and contemporary issues.

Curated by eminent artist and lecturer at Dhaka University's Faculty of Fine Arts Bishwajit Goswami, it was immensely supported by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, under the vision of its Director General and chief coordinator of the project Liaquat Ali Lucky.

Aminul Islam Ashik, Azizee Fawmi Khan, Imam Mahdi, Khokan Chandra Sarkar, Kuntal Barai, Kutbul Islam Ovi, Mohammad Atiqur Rahman, Mohammad Ariful Islam Apu, Prodip Saha, Prosun Haldar, Sakib Salim and Soma Surovi Jannat were the participating artists of the project, while Taimur Hannan and Mahabubur Rahman Sujon were the assistant coordinators of the projects.

The title 'Bindu Bisorga' enunciates individual expertise of the artists. Being involved with a pure experimental attempt, all of them have co-operated each other. This is a venture where artists from different disciplines and parts of the country have exchanged their knowledge, concepts and skills.

"This curatorial project is a single umbrella where artists have researched and developed their artworks comfortably. Participants were invited to connect with the essence of nature and develop new or different aesthetic concepts," said Bishwajit Goswami. "According to Bangladesh's perspective, curatorial shows should be organized frequently because it helps the viewers to interact directly with space and art objects," he added.

The circular space has provided a multi-dimension taste blending various perspectives. After a month-long practice, artists are exhibiting their versatile art pieces. Many of them have taken a challenge to create artworks within the gallery space and using a part of the space. A few of them have come up with original ideas and experiences which they have transformed into creative art pieces. Some of these artists are producing paintings with exclusive visual expressions. There are photographs taken by photographers which were complemented by relevant poems written by poets. The collective endeavour of these young artists has enriched the biennale and displayed a strong sense of harmony.

Independent creative writer Bipul Mallick wrote that the twelve young artists worked on the gallery space for twenty days wholeheartedly. Many of them went through different phases and challenges. Bishwajit strongly realised that in our society there are many talented young artists those are somehow facing obstacles to develop or to nourish their wisdom and to express their talents. He took another initiative to make alternative space for talents through "Bindu Bisorga" in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Bishwajit facilitated for the artists to experience great disciplines of art practice which will remain as a lifelong lesson for their future.

"Every work represents a reflection of the artist's own understanding of the contemporary times," said BSA DG Liaquat Ali Lucky, "But I think it is more important for the artists to take concern of their social contemporary conditions as well. There are many historical phenomenon to refer where the youth had directed the light to the road to change. And hence a variety of new media have been introduced in our art practice."

"For this reason we had created this art project which provides a space for the young artists to understand and experiment with their contemporary times and offer their findings in the form of art. As much as I have seen, I believe it shall quench the thirst of many art enthusiasts."

"The artists were selected on the basis of their talent, dedication and most importantly, disciplinary level," said Bishwajit, "otherwise it would not have been possible to pull off an art project in a month's time. As an art faculty, I should not only be of the opinion that the best art students are found in DU Charukola, but rather should be scouted from across the country. That is why this multidisciplinary art project allowed for students from UODA, Rajshahi, Khulna and even engineering students to ply their craft at art. Their teamwork and artworks complimented each other so that none of them looked out of place or imposed upon."

"The best thing to come out from this project is their individuality, which reflects on their work. Keeping the aesthetics in mind, I just guided their outputs, they did most of the hard work," Bishwajit commented, "it is to their credit that they pulled it off in a month's time. We should give the youth an opportunity to showcase what they can do, something which still remains missing even today. Additionally, if given that opportunity, they must learn how to coordinate and promote their work in such platforms. I always believe that in order to succeed, one should think positive, unite and go beyond the border."

As for its feedback, everyone was of the opinion that it was one of the best exponents of Bangladeshi art to be showcased at this year's Biennale, highlighting what they can do if given an opportunity. Jury Board president and master painter Shahabuddin was particularly saddened when Bishwajit told him that this exhibition was not sent for award consideration, which everyone, including the jury panelists and observers, believed would have fetched top accolades. "Some things are not just about attaining awards at the end of the day," said Bishwajit, "when you see queues piling up to visit this part of the Biennale, what better award can there be against that? When the audience can relate art to their everyday lives, then there is no need to educate them on something, they will accept it wholeheartedly and that is what I believe Bindu Bisorga has achieved, by striking one's conscience and sensibilities."