Born in 1958, Udaipur, Rajasthan, Abbas Batliwala has earned a unique position in the contemporary art world, with his unusual artworks featuring expressive big eyes.

After completing is education in drawing and painting, from the University of Udaipur, in 1982, he began a life-long journey into the world of contemporary art.

His main medium is oil on canvas. He has a knack for portraying the true essence of rural life and culture through his beautiful paintings. The distinctive big eyes, displayed in his paintings, appear intimidating at first, but if you look long enough, soon the emotion and charm of the subject is revealed. And then those intimidating eyes turn endearing and child-like, surrounding a person with its deep emotions.

Many galleries have proudly displayed his collection of paintings. Some names among them are: the National Gallery of Modern Art, the Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, the Lalit Kala Akademi, Jaipur, Jawahar Kala Kendra.

He has also been invited to many national and international art shows such as the 6th Asian Art Biennale, Bangladesh and the 7th Triennale, India, Harmony Show Mumbai.

He has been also invited to participate in innumerable artist camps/seminars held in India, to name a few, North Zone Cultural Centre, Lucknow, National academy awardees camp, ICA, 'Punjab Art Heritage'- Patiala.” The Golden Triangle Through the Artist's Eyes" organized by Welcome Group and Modi International etc. 

Abbas has received numerous awards and accolades: Sculpture Award Rajasthan Lalit Kala Akademi (1984), Gold Medal in drawing and painting from Rajasthan Lalit Kala Akademi are few amongst others.

If you're looking for a valuable addition to your art collection, consider investing in a painting by Abbas Batliwala. Owning at least one of his artworks is truly worth it, as they hold immense artistic and emotional value.