Laxman Aelay (born 8 June 1965) is an Indian painter[1] whose work is inspired by the poverty of people in his village, whom he often depicts against the backdrop of their homes.

[2] He has also produced monochromes and hyperrealistic art.

Aelay was born in Kadirenigudem in Nalgonda district.

He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and a Master of Fine Arts from the College of Fine Arts at JNAFAU.

[3] At an exhibition in 2006, he created artworks using images captured in Kadirenigudem, sketching on the prints or blending and smudging in Photoshop.