One of the paintings of Mathoorji on display.
Madikeri,, Apr. 23

A fourday painting exhibition organised by Kala-bharathi opened at the Art Gallery of Bharathiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB) here yesterday.

Inaugurating the expo, senior journalist G. Rajendra opined that a painter should be able to appreciate beauty to evolve art piece. He pointed out that the natural land- scapes inspire an artist.

Welcoming the gathering, Art Teacher of BVB, Prasanna Kumar said that under the banner of Kalayatre, art exhibitions were being held at three taluk centres of the district from 1986. However, he regretted that fewer artists were evincing interest in Kodagu but art lovers were aplenty.

The expo showcases water, oil and acrylic paintings featuring village life, fruit vendor not to exclude a couple of modern paintings. The master-strokes of the brush are learnt to be executed by Prasanna Kumar, Jayaram, Praveen, Ananthashyana and others.

source: http://www.StarofMysore.com / General News / April 23rd, 2012