Prasanta Maiti (born 1986) is a contemporary Indian painter known for his expressive and imaginative visual language. His work moves fluidly between Impressionism and Surrealism, capturing atmosphere, memory, and emotion through nuanced use of color and light. He works across multiple mediums, including watercolor, oil, and acrylic, with a strong contemporary sensibility rooted in traditional observation. Born and raised in a rural village in West Bengal, on the banks of the Shilabati and Kethai rivers, Maiti’s early life was deeply influenced by pastoral landscapes, flowing water, and changing skies. These formative experiences continue to shape his artistic vision, infusing his work with a quiet lyricism and deep connection to nature. He completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the Indian College of Art and Draftsmanship, Kolkata, between 2004 and 2008. During and after his academic years, he explored a wide range of mediums, including oil, acrylic, and mixed media. Over time, he returned to watercolor as his primary medium, drawn to its transparency and atmospheric depth, which best reflect the landscapes and emotional memory of his homeland. Maiti’s current practice focuses exclusively on watercolor, creating a visual dialogue between his formal academic training in Kolkata and his enduring emotional bond with rural Bengal. His works often evoke serenity, nostalgia, and introspection, translating lived experience into poetic imagery. He currently lives and works in Mumbai, India. Exhibitions 2005–2008 – Annual Exhibition, Indian Art College, Kolkata 2007 – Group Exhibition, Metropolitan Art Salon, Kolkata 2008 – Annual Exhibition, Indian Society of Oriental Art, Kolkata 2009 – Group Exhibition, Birla Academy of Art and Culture, Kolkata 2025 – Group Exhibition, Khirpai High School, West Midnapur, West Bengal