Piyush Agarwal (b. 1993) is a prominent contemporary Indian visual artist and master printmaker based in New Delhi. A 2018–2019 Kala Sakshi Memorial Trust Awardee, he is recognized for his monumental woodcut prints that investigate the complex intersection of urban displacement, social labor, and the “crushing weight” of modern structural development on individual identity. An alumnus of the College of Art, Delhi, and the Faculty of Fine Arts, MS University of Baroda, Agarwal has emerged as a critical practitioner whose works bridge traditional craftsmanship with modern industrial imagery.

Central to Agarwal’s artistic philosophy is the investigation of ancient architectural forms and urban structures as metaphors for the internal human landscape. He views architecture not merely as a functional or utility space, but as a sacred vessel where personal memories and collective experiences are forged. In his practice, he explores the paradox of simultaneous realities—where the grandeur of city expansion exists alongside the erasure of the individuals who build it. By using structural elements as symbolic triggers, he invites the viewer to connect with the “essence” of a space through their own subconscious history, creating a silent dialogue between the rigid lines of the built environment and the fluid vulnerability of human memory.

His 2025 portfolio, represented by Art Heritage Gallery, includes large-scale series such as The Unwanted Stories and City of Unfulfilled Dreams. Through his meticulous use of black ink and dense, labyrinthine woodcuts, he continues to establish himself as a vital voice exploring the deep, individual connections people maintain with the shifting spaces they inhabit.