K. Damodaran (1934-2020) was a prominent abstract artist whose formal practice was shaped at the Government College of Arts and Crafts in Madras. Over the course of his career, Damodaran underwent a significant stylistic shift, transitioning from early figurative works steeped in social realism to pure abstraction. Through this shift, Damodaran's work navigated a wide conceptual spectrum, bridging overt social and political commentary with quiet personal introspection, while consistently maintaining a striking command of colour.