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Exhibition showcases an array of styles

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Artist R.B.Bhaskaran, cartoonist Madhan and Vladimir Mariy, Director, Russian Centre of Science and Culture, at the painting and sculpture exhibition in Chennai on Monday. —

CHENNAI: The array of paintings and sculptures on display at the exhibition hall of the Russian Centre of Science and Culture here is unusual in several respects.

To start with, the works of art by some junior and veteran artists in the State vie for attention under the same roof.

The paintings and sculptures by nearly 60 artists span different genres and styles – ranging from realism to modern art.

The exhibition also features a workshop for artists and writers on March 26, where the participants would express and exchange their thoughts on the theme ‘Nature's fury over Japan'. Organised by the Indo-Russian Cultural & Friendship Society (IRCFS), it involves the effort of a group of passionate artists who believe that enabling a shared space for artists with different areas of expertise and varied experiences would enrich the art and promote healthy exchange and learning.

The exhibition was devoted to the “150 th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore and 20 th anniversary of Day of Russia.”

Eclectic mix

Speaking at the launch of the exhibition on Monday, cartoonist Madhan said it was remarkable that the organisers had brought together such an “eclectic mix” of paintings and sculptures.

Artist and former chairman of National Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, R.B. Bhaskaran said that the paintings exhibited were a sample of Tamil Nadu's art in the last 60 years.

“Senior artists should do their best to promote younger artists and support them to take up opportunities in India and abroad, which would give them wider exposure and valuable learning experiences.”

Nikolay A. Listopadov, Consul General, Consulate General of the Russian Federation in South India, said art often gave hope and optimism and helped people cope with difficulty.

Artist Jayakumar said that it was heartening to see artists encourage their colleagues and juniors through exhibitions such as this.

Artist Viswam spoke on the need to promote the work of young artists without commercial compulsions and thanked the Indo-Russian Cultural & Friendship Society for the opportunity.

Vladimir Mariy, Director, the Russian Centre of Science and Culture, R. Srinivasan, central council member, National Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, P. Thangappan, general-secretary, IRCFS, and Fathima Babu, actor spoke.

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