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The Hindu
15 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
More than 200 artists gather at renovated Venkatappa Art Gallery in Bengaluru
A day after the formal inauguration of the renovated Venkatappa Art Gallery, about 200 artists, including ones from the Venkatappa Art Gallery forum, gathered at the venue and held a 'Gallery Pravesha.' The artists who congregated at the renovated gallery marked the event by cutting ribbons and exploring the new additions there. 'After a struggle of 10 years, we can now proudly say Bengaluru has a superb art gallery,' said Kumar, Karnataka Lalithakala Academy president. Left out from the list The artists had boycotted the formal inauguration by Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Tourism Minister H.K. Patil, after the invitation from the gallery and the government failed to mention artists from the State. Those who stayed away from the formal event included senior artists like S.G. Vasudev. 'We have been raising voices for the renovation of the gallery for the last 10 years. Core committee members were consulted at every stage of the work, but for the inauguration, we were left out. Not even senior artists or Academy heads were invited,' said Sheela Gowda, core committee member of the Venkatappa Art Gallery forum. Senior artist Krishna Setty remarked that the 'gallery pravesha' was a symbol of solidarity amongst the artist community. 'As per protocol, 55 names were there in the initial invitation. Not a single artist was mentioned in that list. Only when we made a hue and cry did they add the names of a few artists. But we had already made a decision. Only very few artists took part in the formal inauguration, whereas more than 200 artists are here today.' Importance of public spaces Several artists expressed happiness that the original building and the character of the place were retained during the restoration work. Sandeep J., principal architect at Architecture Paradigm, which worked on the restoration, was felicitated during the event. Talking about the work, he noted that restoring the gallery was a challenge given its legacy and the number of stakeholders involved. 'For me, what was of utmost importance was the fact that this is a public space. We had to restore it and give it back to the city. While you are talking about the development of the city, you also need to take into account the quality of life. Spaces like these are important for that, and not just the infrastructure,' he said.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Will fix traffic woes, improve Bengaluru: Dy CM DK Shivakumar
BENGALURU: Traffic is the only big concern for Bengaluru, and we are addressing the issue to ensure the city becomes a popular destination. The government has allocated Rs 1 lakh crore to improve Bengaluru's traffic and infrastructure with the construction of flyovers, better roads, tunnel road and the Metro over the next three years, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said here on Thursday. He said tourism and cultural competitions will be started in schools and colleges, and programmes held during the holiday season in December-end to create awareness about Karnataka's culture and tourism. Primary education and tourism departments should work together to encourage the youth and integrate tourism and culture into education. Shivakumar said the government is open to suggestions from people, students, artistes and experts on improving Bengaluru, Karnataka and governance. 'We are an open-minded government. We welcome suggestions, criticism and solutions, and seek cooperation from citizens and experts to improve the state and Bengaluru,' Shivakumar said. He was speaking on the sidelines of the inauguration of the renovated Venkatappa Art Gallery. The gallery was renovated by Brigade Foundation at a cost of Rs 10 crore. The premises has three permanent galleries and two open galleries, apart from an audio-visual room and an AI-enabled souvenir section. Tourism, Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister HK Patil said private agencies and individuals should come forward to partner with the government to improve tourism sites. He said: 'With the government undertaking restoration in Lakkundi, there are many heritage sites that can be restored by private firms. We are keen to offer 4-5 temples in Lakkundi alone to private firms for restoration partnerships.' On Shivakumar's suggestion, Patil said the tourism department will explore water bodies and guesthouses under the irrigation department to be utilised for tourism. With the Brigade Group requesting that one gallery be named after the company, Patil directed the tourism department to make a proposal and submit it to the government, to be discussed in the cabinet.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Venkatappa Art Gallery reopens in Bengaluru after renovation
1 2 3 Bengaluru: The refurbished Venkatappa Art Gallery opened its doors to the public, after being closed for months for renovation, on Thursday, aligning with its Golden Jubilee year. The gallery now features dedicated sections for two of Karnataka's most prominent artists, K Venkatappa and KK Hebbar. In addition, five mini galleries will host rotating exhibitions, providing a platform for emerging and contemporary artists. A curated book store has also been introduced, offering literature on art, culture, and Karnataka's heritage, supporting scholars and local authors alike. On the first floor, visitors can explore 58 artworks by Venkatappa, 15 art certificates and musical notations, five pop relief pieces, 219 personal objects, including tools and two medals, 122 books, nine photographs, six veenas, and two sculptures, bringing the total to 436 objects. The second floor is dedicated to 68 works of KK Hebbar, and the corridors across both floors feature 26 sculptures by Rajaram. A key addition is a state-of-the-art restoration room, where conservators can work to preserve both traditional and modern artworks. Visitors can observe the process for deeper understanding of artistic preservation. Other new features include a sculpture park, a modern cafeteria above the auditorium, and enhanced social spaces. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Accessibility of the gallery has been improved with ramps, elevators, clear signage, and redesigned pathways, making it inclusive and user-friendly for all visitors. The gallery was inaugurated by law minister HK Patil. "Bengaluru is more than Brigade Road. It's our duty to show our children what Bengaluru actually is. Places like Venkatappa Art Gallery hold our heritage. By taking up projects like this, our department wants to promote tourism and bring culture to the forefront," he said. Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar said, "The country's asset is its culture and heritage, and we should respect the tradition and show legacy to our children." MR Jaishankar, executive chairman of Brigade Group and lifetime trustee of Brigade Foundation, said: "Art has the power to tell stories, bring people together, and shape society, and we must protect and nurture spaces that allow such expressions to thrive. We envisioned the renovated space not only as a tribute to its legacy, but also as an evolving platform where emerging artists can find inspiration and recognition. " The initiative, led by Brigade Foundation, began in March 2024, and cost Rs 10 crore. The focus was on reinforcing the building's structure, while upgrading exhibition areas, public amenities, and accessibility features. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
