1. Alakesh Ghosh (b. 1950, Jamalpur) is widely recognized as one of Bangladesh’s most celebrated painters. His artwork consistently captures the enchanting landscapes of rural Bangladesh, even as he applies his distinct perspective to the urban scenes of Dhaka, where he now resides.

While skilled in multiple artistic mediums, it is his exceptional command of watercolour that truly distinguishes him. Many consider him the foremost master of this delicate and fleeting medium today, though Ghosh himself reflects on the immense time he has dedicated to it. His contributions to portraiture further cement his lasting influence in the art world.