Exhibition of works by academy award winning artists inaugurated

The Hindu

05-05-2025

Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) and Art Kanara Trust inaugurated a group exhibition titled 'Contemplations and Dialogue' at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture on Sunday, bringing artistic brilliance into focus.
The exhibition showcases works by three acclaimed Mangaluru-based artists—Veena Srinivas, Syed Asif Ali, and Rajendra Kedige—who were recently honoured by the Karnataka Lalithakala Academy. The show is open to the public daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. till May 14.
Veteran artist and film-maker Madhusudhan Kumar, who presided the preview, praised the artists for channelling deep personal and social insights through their art. 'Artists' works speaks powerfully. It's inspiring to see Mangalorean artists being recognised for such meaningful expression,' he noted.
INTACH convener and president of Art Kanara Trust Subhas Chandra Basu expressed pride in the achievements of the featured artists. 'This is a proud moment for Mangaluru's art scene. Having three State-recognised artists from our city is a significant milestone. We at INTACH and Art Kanara Trust are privileged to collaborate with these talented individuals,' he said.
The three artists were felicitated at the event. Ms. Srinivas displayed contemporary interpretations of Kaavi Kale, a traditional coastal art form. She said, 'From an early age, I felt a strong calling to preserve this ancient art form. It holds deep meaning for our community.'
Mr. Ali exhibited a series of watercolour landscapes rich in mood and detail, reflecting his refined technique. A mentor to many emerging artists, his works stand out for their depth and sensitivity. Mr. Kedige presented abstract works rooted in geometry, offering a poetic interplay of form and feeling, which are hallmarks of his distinctive style.