Press Release
The ongoing ‘Rajasthan Great contemporary Art Show’ at Jawahar Kala
Kendra is encouraging artists from all over Rajasthan. Artists from across the
state are getting recognition for their work through this art show, which will
be on till 30 March. On an average, the show in witnessing footfall of over 100
visitors daily and they are expressing appreciation for the art works through
their positive comments in the visitors’ book.
A visitor Ajay Meena commented: “It was a pleasure to witness the art
works in the show. Art is life. We all should take inspiration from the
artworks showcased here and motivate more and more people to attend this
exhibition. Art students should especially attend this show. ”
The brilliantly curated exhibition is a peep into the perspectives and styles
of contemporary artists of Rajasthan. It is highlighting art of Rajasthan as
seen in the national and international context. It also showcases the
contemporary painting and printmaking traditions practiced by the contemporary
artists of Rajasthan. A total 189 art pieces are being showcased at the
Alankar, Surekh , Sudarshan and Sukriti art galleries of JKK. While 150
paintings are from different artists across the state, 39 works are from JKK’s
Collection.
Another visitor Saurabh Arya pointed out that the exhibition showcases
both traditional as well as modern forms of art from Rajasthan under one roof.
This indeed is an appreciable initiative by the Kendra, he adds.
A unique feature of the exhibition is that both senior as well as young
artistes are getting a platform to showcase their work through the show. An art
enthusiast, Sandeep Purohit says that this multi-hued exhibition showcases the
various aspects of the society through art.
