About N. P. AnilKumar (AK)

AnilKumar is an Indian-British artist residing in Kent, UK who had a passion for art from his childhood. After dabbling in engineering school (CUSAT), he graduated with a bachelor’s degree (B-Tech) in Mechanical Engineering. He grew his career working for 11 years in different engineering and IT firms both in India and in the UK. He also holds a Masters degree in Management Studies (MBA) with a specialty in Entrepreneurship and Consulting from Bradford University, School of Management.

He rediscovered his love for art in 2012 and by 2015 he took a career break to follow his passion, and now devotes his full time in art, exploring and developing his creative passions. Thanks to the unique galleries, artists and the old cobbled alleys of London.

With the help and support of his partner and curator he did his first solo exhibition at The Old Brompton Gallery, London in 2019. He was handpicked by Saatchi Art for his Circles of Life – Koi Series, a set of 10 vibrant paintings which are a contemporary combinations of classic pop art and Eastern influences.⁣ Last but not the least he was selected to exhibit at the spring edition of The Other Art Fair London, presented by Saatchi Art 2020, at The Old Truman Brewery.