Upasana Sarma
Upasana Sarma (born 14 December, 1999), also known as Upasana Queen Sarma, is an entrepreneur and influencer from Assam, known for her accomplishments in the arts and entertainment industry. She is the founder and CEO of three internationally recognized organizations and a charitable foundation.
Upasana's notable achievement includes the establishment of "U.S Art Gallery"[1] initially an Instagram page dedicated to showcasing the work of unrecognized artists. It quickly gained global attention, attracting submissions from artists worldwide. Today, U.S Art Gallery has evolved into a prominent platform promoting cultural exchange and artistic expression, with participants spanning eight countries.
Apart from her entrepreneurial ventures, Upasana demonstrates a commitment to social causes. She has established a charitable foundation that supports aspiring artists from disadvantaged backgrounds, emphasizing her dedication to creating opportunities for underprivileged individuals.
Upasana's outstanding contributions have earned her multiple recognitions.[2][3][4] Her journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs, illustrating the importance of passion, dedication, and hard work.
Education
Upasana Sarma attended Little Flower School in Nalbari, where she completed her schooling in 2015. She then pursued her Higher Secondary education at Sankardev Academy in Nalbari, completing in 2017. Upasana enrolled at Assam Engineering Institute in Guwahati, where she obtained a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from 2018 to 2021.
Career
After completing her Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Upasana Sarma worked as an apprentice trainee at Indian Oil Corporation Limited and later as an ISP Engineer at Bharti Airtel. However, driven by her passion, she decided to fully dedicate herself to her entrepreneurial venture, U.S Art Gallery. Sarma's diverse career path, encompassing engineering and entrepreneurship, has equipped her with the skills and knowledge to promote artistic expression and support aspiring artists through her startup.
U.S. Art Gallery
Founded by Upasana Sarma on July 18, 2020, U.S Art Gallery has emerged as a significant platform for artists, offering a range of online and offline art courses, organizing exhibitions, and hosting contests. What initially started as an Instagram page dedicated to showcasing the work of underrecognized artists quickly garnered immense attention. Artists from across the globe enthusiastically submitted their artwork, leading to a rapid increase in followers.
U.S Art Gallery has now evolved into a thriving global platform that fosters cultural exchange and promotes artistic expression. With participants hailing from eight countries, the gallery serves as an ideal space for artists to showcase their work, gain recognition, and connect with fellow creators. Through its diverse range of online and offline art courses, U.S Art Gallery provides aspiring artists with the opportunity to refine their skills, explore new techniques, and further develop their artistic abilities.
In addition to its educational offerings, U.S Art Gallery takes pride in organizing exhibitions and contests that inspire artists to push their creative boundaries. These events provide a platform for artists to display their artwork to a broader audience and receive feedback from art enthusiasts and professionals. In a recent announcement, U.S. art gallery revealed the winners of the Pablo Picasso Online Prize Money Art Exhibition, recognizing exceptional artists from across the country in a virtual showcase.[5]
Under the visionary leadership of Upasana Sarma, U.S Art Gallery continues to thrive and make a significant impact in the art world. The organization's commitment to supporting underrecognized artists and fostering artistic growth has earned it a reputation as a reputable and influential platform within the art community. Recently, the U.S Art Gallery was awarded the Startup of the Year Award at the 2024 Influencers Awards, organized by LuxuryDot.PR, founded by Richa Mehta, and hosted by Aman Verma.
Records
- Indian Book of Records
- Bravo International Book of Records
- Hope International Book of Records
Awards
- Nominated for Women Icon Award 2021
- Excellence Award 2021 - India Book of Records
- Women of the Year 2021 - Hope International Book of Records
- National Women Pride Award - Navbharat Rastriya Gyanpeeth - 2022
- Be Star Award 2022 - Be Star Studio
- Naari Shakti Samman 2023 - Pink Rose Entertainment
- Top 20 Paramount Women from Namya Foundation.
- Youth icon of the year 2024 from Green India Pariwar Foundation.
- Tejaswini Kalaratna Samman 2024 from Revival of Tribal Folk Art Foundation, Jharkhand.
- Women icon award 2024 from Women world record.
- Startup of the Year(U.S Art Gallery) by the Influencers Awards, 2024
Social Links
References
- ↑ "Upasana Sarma : The Young Entrepreneur from Assam Making Waves in field of Arts & Entertainment". Bharat 18. 2023-02-05. Archived from the original on 2023-05-05. https://web.archive.org/web/20230505071653/https://bharat18.in/upasana-sarma-the-young-entrepreneur-from-assam-making-waves-in-field-of-arts-entertainment/. Retrieved 2023-06-14. "Upasana’s remarkable achievements have not gone unnoticed, and she has received various awards, including the Naari Shakti Samman from Pink Rose Entertainment, held in Kolkata on March 18, 2023."
- ↑ "নলবাৰীৰ উপাসনালৈ আন্তৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় সন্মান…". 2021-02-14. https://www.asomiyapratidin.in/homepage/nalbari-upasana-award-news. Retrieved 2023-06-14.
- ↑ "Namya Foundation organises a brilliant event of ‘ India’s Top 20 Prestigious Artist’s Award’". Entrepreneur hunt. 2022-11-20. https://www.entrepreneurhunt.com/press-release/namya-foundation-organises-a-brilliant-event-of-indias-top-20-prestigious-artists-award/. Retrieved 2023-06-14. "Upasana Sarma ,is an young entrepreneur ,influencer and Artist from Assam,India."
- ↑ "Celebrating Excellence: Upasana Sarma’s Award-Winning Start to the New Year". 2024-01-02. https://bombaytoday.in/celebrating-excellence-upasana-sarmas-award-winning-start-to-the-new-year/. Retrieved 2024-01-29. "Beginning to the year, Upasana Sarma, also known as Upasana Queen the visionary entrepreneur and influencer from Assam, bagged three prestigious awards."
- ↑ "U.S Art Gallery Announces Winners of the Pablo Picasso Online Prize Money Art Exhibition". Bombay Today. 2023-06-18. https://bombaytoday.in/u-s-art-gallery-announces-winners-of-the-pablo-picasso-online-prize-money-art-exhibition/. Retrieved 2023-06-18. "U.S Art Gallery Announces Winners of the Pablo Picasso Online Prize Money Art Exhibition"
