'Eminent Reverie' art show displays masterpieces by renowned artists

Sowmya Raju | NT

Bengaluru: ArtMantram Trust and Unboxing BLR Habba launched the Festival of Art, Craft, and Design in Bengaluru, featuring a historical reenactment of the "Udbhava Legend" at Doddapete Square, Chikpete.

Commemorating the city's founding by visionary Kempe Gowda 400 years ago, the event symbolized Bengaluru's rich heritage.

Dr Jija Madhavan Harisingh, Managing Trustee of ArtMantram Trust, expressed the festival's essence, stating, "Unboxing BLR Habba and ArtMantram's Festival of Art, Craft, and Design are celebrations that weave together Bengaluru's vibrant past with its promising future."

Artists, including KK Hebbar, Yusuf Arakkal, SG Vasudev, Dr MS Murthy, Rekha Rao, JMS Mani, Gurudas Shenoy and MG Dhddamani showcased their works at the "Eminent Reverie" Art Show on Wednesday at the Bangalore International Centre.

Discussing artwork, Vrisha, artist SG Vasudev displayed two captivating pieces. The original depiction of a tree underwent a transformation, now divided into two distinct artworks.

The gaps are adorned with intricate, copper-gold designs, bestowing the art with a uniquely rejuvenated appearance.

Reflecting on the significance of his creation, SG Vasudev expressed, "In Indian culture, a tree of life holds profound meaning, intending to spread joy to the beholder."

As a part of his Buddha series, artist Doddamani draws inspiration from both animals and women. One notable piece features a woman adorned with deer's antlers, skillfully capturing the essence of both serenity and courage.

The warm yellow tones gracefully contrast with the bold brown outlines, creating a visually captivating composition. In another striking creation.

Talking about the yellow light he said, “It is about spreading positive energy and letting go of negative energy.”

Doddamani depicts multiple horses, employing nearly 25 layers of background paintwork, skillfully executed with vibrant acrylic colours.

Trying to spread the message that humans take up a lot of space leaving so little for animals, his 2nd artwork gives the whole canvas space to horses.