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8 Dec 2025

Art News: India Art Festival Bengaluru, December 2025

India Art Festival returns to Bengaluru with its 5th edition

Over 3,000 artworks, 20+ galleries and 300 artists under one roof

India Art Festival (IAF) is back in Bengaluru for its fifth edition from 12 to 14 December 2025 at the Crown Pavilions, Palace Ground, Gate No. 5.

India Art Festival 5th Edition, Bengaluru, 12-14th Dec, Palace Grounds; Art Scene India

Laxma Goud

The Bangalore art market is expanding rapidly in proportion to its population. Currently, its population is almost half of that of Mumbai and Delhi. Rajendra Patil, Director of India Art Festival elaborates, “the city has a large, diverse, and growing community that enjoys art, right from young professionals, families, and art buyers all of whom actively visit art events. In fact, people come to the art festival not just to see art but also to find artworks that make their homes feel more inspiring. Bengaluru also has museums, cultural spaces, historical landmarks, and many corporates that support creative activities. All of this makes the city a strong place for artists to present their work and for the festival to reach new audiences.”

Rajendra recollects that when India Art Festival began in Mumbai, there was no art fair in the city. “Similarly, when we started the festival in Bangalore five years ago, there was no platform where galleries and artists could come together with the city’s art lovers. Clearly, there was a real need for such a space and we are happy to be back in Bengaluru.”

As part of the India Art Festival, for three days, the city will host a vibrant showcase of contemporary Indian art, bringing together over 20 galleries and 300 artists from 25 cities across India.

This year’s edition will feature a wide range of artworks across mediums – including paintings, sculptures, photographs, ceramics, installations, traditional art forms and more – making it a must-visit for both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.

It is to be noted that the art market and the profile of art buyers in India have changed a lot in the past decade. Earlier, it was mainly large corporates who bought art, but now individuals are buying more art for their homes and offices.

Yusuf Arakkal

According to Rajendra, “There’s also a big shift from the real-estate and interior design end. Developers and interior designers are constantly looking for good artworks that are not necessarily expensive - pieces that are original, appealing, and fit well into modern living spaces. Another noticeable change is that many new bankers, tech professionals, and young homeowners are buying art too. They may not think of themselves as “collectors” because they usually buy only a few pieces. They buy art simply because they like it, not because they’re thinking about investment.

In all major cities, this group of spur-of-the-moment, first-time art buyers has increased in huge numbers. And events like India Art Festival play a key role in expanding this circle of art patrons. By bringing galleries, artists, and the public together under one roof, the festival makes art more accessible and encourages many new people to start buying and appreciating art.”

Ramesh Gorjala

IAF, 12 - 14 December 2025, Bengaluru

More than 3,000 artworks will be on display, ranging from oil, acrylic and watercolour works to mixed media, installations and regional art traditions. The festival aims to make art accessible and enjoyable for everyone – whether you’re an art connoisseur, a young collector, or simply curious about the world of art. India Art Festival has always focused on creating a balance between emerging talent and established masters. This year too, young and independent artists will show their works alongside eminent names in Indian art, offering visitors a rich and diverse view of today’s contemporary art scene.

Special Curated Exhibition: Brushstrokes of Karnataka

One of the major highlights of this year’s festival is the specially curated exhibition ‘Brushstrokes of Karnataka’, led by Prof. K.S. Appajaiah. This showcase brings together the works of more than 30 renowned artists from Bengaluru and across Karnataka, celebrating the state’s breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage. From the historic ruins of Hampi and Badami to the lush Western Ghats and diverse regional terrains, the exhibition captures the true spirit and beauty of Karnataka.

The Artists Showcasing in Brush Strokes of Karnataka include ‘Kantharaj N, Dundappa S Lolasoori, Shrisail Shrimant Kamate, Lingaraju M S, Prahallad K V Acharya, Chetan C S, Manjunath Wali, Syed Asif Ali, Makali K K, VRC Shekhar, Babu Jattakar, Sathish Biradar, Bheemrao K Badiger, Lokesh R, K S Kamatagoudar, Madivalappa S Langoti, Mallappa Halli, Gangadhar Bandanavar, Shirish Deshpande, Shweta, Hemavathi Sadashiv, D Pavan Kumar, Siddanna S Maragol, Roopesh Nanaiah

It stands as a heartfelt tribute to the land—its scenery, its cultural legacy, and its iconic temple architecture.

Rajeev Rai

Artists’ Pavilion: Young talent meets masters

The Artists’ Pavilion will feature more than 200 independent artists, exhibiting alongside around 100 established artists represented by galleries. Promising young artists such as Monica Ghule, Yuvraj Patil, Dev Mehta, Rajeev Rai, Sandeep Ghule, Anil Vergese, Anjali Prabhakar, Kalpana Soni and many others will be presenting their works. Their art will be shown alongside works by renowned masters including Yusuf Arakkal, Krishen Khanna, Manu Parekh, Ramesh Gorjala, T. Vaikuntam, Akbar Padamsee, Laxman Aelay, Seema Kohli and several others, offering visitors a rare chance to see multiple generations of Indian artists in one space.

Participating Galleries

From Bengaluru

Sara Arakkal Galerie, ReIGNITE EDTECH PVT LTD, Gallery Charvi

From Mumbai

House of Emerge, Studio3 Gallery, Studio Monica Ghule, Dev Mehta Art Gallery, Nitya Artists Centre, Curators.art and Chitraksh Art

From New Delhi & NCR

Gallery Pioneer, Uchaan, Artecious World Art Gallery, Aura Planet, Eminent Art Gallery, Shree Yash Art Gallery and Galerie Art Eterne

From Other Cities & Overseas

Gnani Arts, Singapore, Artsbreeze Art Gallery, Hyderabad, Pichwaiwala Narendra Art, Udaipur and M Narayan Studio, Pune

Event Details

Dates: 12–14 December 2025
Venue: Crown Pavilions, Palace Grounds, Gate No. 5, Bellary Road, Near Mekhri Circle, Bengaluru
Timings: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tickets: ₹199 season pass (valid all three days), available via BookMyShow and at the venue

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13 Sept 2024

Art News: MAP, Bengaluru Appoints Harish Vasudevan As Acting Director

Harish Vasudevan as Acting Director of MAP

Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) in Bengaluru, India announced the appointment of Harish Vasudevan as Acting Director on September 9th, 2024.

Reflecting on the continuing development of the museum from its roots as the first digital museum in India, and the successful opening of its building in Bengaluru in February 2023, the appointment is designed to prepare the organisation for further growth.

In over three decades of experience, Harish has held several leadership roles in multiple geographies, with companies like Ogilvy & Mather as well as IBM. He is also a published author and teacher. Over the last six months Harish has been consulting with MAP on Marketing and Operations.

Besides working with all the Heads of departments across Education, Collections,
Conservation, Inclusion, Marketing & Communications, Design and Development, Harish
will be further supported by Dr. Arnika Ahldag, Head of Curation and Exhibitions at MAP.

Commenting on the announcement, Abhishek Poddar, Founder and President of MAP said “As we looked at our plans for the future, we were looking for someone with the skills to develop the organisation, while also strengthening the brand. Harish has just the right combination of expertise and experience to build on the foundation that MAP has laid over the last few years.”

“The first time I entered MAP I fell in love with it. I am honoured to get a chance to lead this fabulous team as we get ready for Phase 2 of MAP’s impressive journey as India’s first new museum to open in a decade.”, says Harish Vasudevan — Acting Director, MAP.

- Excerpt from press release

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5 Sept 2024

Art News: ‘Is Tarah Bhi’ by Amitabh Ashesh

Amitabh Ashesh unveils new conceptual foundations for painting in Bengaluru

‘Is Tarah Bhi’, a painting exhibition showcasing Amitabh Ashesh’s original work on ‘Yufism,’ will be on display at the Bangalore International Centre between 7-11 September.

An Alumnus of the IIT and Stanford University’s art department, Amitabh trained under contemporary stalwarts, including Frank Lobdell of the Bay Area Figurative Movement.

The Yufist compositional platform produces a new class of imagery where scenic, figurative and invisible elements share attributes. Windows become blocks of light, rain drops form a trail of ornamental beads and rippling sea waves are worn as a skirt.

In her curatorial note, Carmelita Brunetti writes, "Amitabh Ashesh, an Indian painter, stands out in contemporary art by introducing a sophisticated visual and ideational language. His exploration of forms reflects a profound contemplation of fundamental principles, skillfully navigating between phytomorphic and mechanomorphic elements. This duality between nature and technology finds harmonious synthesis in his works, imbued with a quality that can be described as 'yufism'."

Amitabh explains, "Yufism pilots distinctive compositional principles and constructs into painting. They provide an underpinning for aesthetics and subject themes to ride."

Regarding his thematic compositions, he elaborates, ‘In accompanying my wife, I have often found subjects. My own love for swimming, tennis, the garden and friendships across countries are another source.

Each painting is complemented with a titular poem, nucleating its meanings and letting viewers engage parallely via literary associations. Collective recollection of similar scenery in quotidian Indian life abounds. Bangalore’s famed Brigade Road, home cooking and street dogs fed by kind strangers are given a fresh perspective.

‘Funnily, the wife of a famous British painter recently wondered why I didn't paint Indian scenes. She interpreted a saree clad woman as Western because of their edgy, out the box form,’ recalls Amitabh.

“I never thought this was possible. This is totally different, unique and inspiring…It’s a new approach that has to be explored, it is truly intriguing,’ says Vanidas Mangathil, a Bangalore-based artist.

For further details about the event, visit istarah.art or contact bangaloreinternationalcentre.org

- Excerpt from press release written by Nukso Chakma

17 Feb 2022

Art News: Consortium by Fidelitus Gallery, Bangalore

Art exhibition celebrates senior art faculty from Bengaluru

Fidelitus Gallery kicks off 2022 with “Consortium - Art Preceptors of Bengaluru Art Institutions”, a unique art exhibition that draws attention to and features the on-going practice of active senior faculty members from 3 prominent Art Institutions in Bengaluru, namely, Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath College of Fine Arts, Kalamandir School of Arts and Ken School of Arts.

Consortium by Fidelitus Gallery, Bangalore, Art Scene India, www.fidelitusgallery.com

Sculpture by Vishal Kavatekar

These institutions are decades old and markers of history in the state that have shaped the art scene in the region. Several of their alumni have gone on to become prominent names in the art industry in the country. Fidelitus Gallery through this exhibition acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of these fine art institutes and their extraordinary educators. The exhibition features 10 eminent artists and teachers - A M Prakash, Babu Jattakar, Gopal Kammar, Nagappa Pradhani, Pratibha T S, Sridhar Murthy, T S Baoni, Vishal Kavatekar, Mallappa S Halli and Nirmala Kumari and presents their paintings and sculptures. The show offers an array of fine art in diverse styles, subjects and themes, and materials and media, for the discerning art connoisseurs.

The initiative is also aligned with the Gallery’s “Heritage Wing” project that facilitates educational programs with respect to Museum and Gallery Studies.

Painting by Shridhar Murthy

Fidelitus Gallery aims to create an inclusive platform for the arts - both performing arts and visual arts, along with curated art educational pogrammes for the community.

The gallery is committed towards creating world class art exhibitions by curating hybrid transformative spaces by following standards of the international committee of exhibitions. It also hopes to make a difference in the arts sector through sustained efforts, all of which will gradually create lasting changes in techniques and processes of exhibiting art in the city.

The collection from “Consortium” will be accessible in a hybrid form - both physically and virtually on the gallery website www.fidelitusgallery.com. The gallery believes in giving back to society and follows the motto of Art For A Cause, whereby, part of the sale proceeds will contribute towards Shilpa Foundation, which works on providing a healthy environment and quality education for the underprivileged in Karnataka.

The 10 days exhibition will be formally inaugurated on Saturday, 19th February, 2022 at 6:00 pm. It will be inaugurated at the Fidelitus Gallery on 19th in the presence of Shri Alok Kumar, IPS, ADGP-KSRP, Shri Ashok Kheny Ex MLA Bidar South, MD NICE, Dr. Pramila Lochan- Art Historian and Critic, Shri Lahari Velu, and Shri Achuth Gowda, MD & Founder Fidelitus Corp Pvt Ltd. Artists and art connoisseurs are welcome to join the inaugural program.

Visit the show here www.fidelitusgallery.com and at the gallery address given below.

The exhibition, “Consortium - Art Preceptors of Bengaluru Art Institutions”, is open to everyone from 19th to 27th February, 2022.

Fidelitus Gallery, Brigade Software Park, No. 42, Ground Floor, B Block, 27th Cross, BSK 2nd Stage,

Bangalore - 560070

Email: info@fidelitusgallery.com PH: +91 80 68073700

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28 Nov 2019

Waves of Imagination by Humera Ali

Bangalore based artist Humera Ali presents her recent body of works in her second solo show at MKF Museum of Art. Employing abstraction as a tool to convey her concerns for nature and its conservation, Humera depicts landscapes as large expanses of textured colour fields. She says, “Unleashing years of latent creativity, the show is oriented from my love for nature that transforms my rendition in a natural leaning towards abstraction.”

Verge of Dawn

She attempts to capture the gentle gradients of the terrain, the glimmer of sunlight on land and water and the various movements observed in nature. “My brush strokes using acrylic medium are seen as ‘bold’ and pigments used as ‘strong’ while being inspired by pointillism and knife art as a medium and technique. Observing the veins of a leaf, the textures created in water on a pebble are details seen in my creations.”

Marine Collision

The lyrical movements, patterns and textures inherent in nature are translated on the canvas. “My series on water is to recreate the beauty of the sea in tranquillity or rippling waves on the sand as I observe and create forms through a rhythmic pattern. Every canvas translates into a meditative experience with the intention to take the viewer in a narrative that transcends into another realm of their imagination.” The tender approach to painting reflects in the serenity of the works and the light and shadow effects displayed through tonal variations.

Confluent

The series of works aims to also emphasize on the need for immediate action in cognizance of rapid urbanization, climate change and global warming. “I use the canvas to express my intense feelings with a strong message to conserve nature as global warming has given rise to water levels with repercussions of land that is fast receding.”

She emphasizes, “this show is a plea to all who respect the vagaries and strength in nature to continue the movement of protecting our planet.”

Humera is a self taught artist driven by passion, she was later mentored by the Bangalore based senior artist JMS Mani. Her works are part of collections in South Carolina, Sydney and Canada. She also does community service by giving art therapy to children with chronic illnesses providing them with a healing touch.

Meet the artist on 30th November 2019, 4 pm onwards

Waves of Imagination by Humera Ali, from 30th Nov - Dec 18, 2019 at MKF Museum of Art, 55/1 Isha Villa, Lavelle Road, Bengaluru 560001

Timing 11-7 pm.( (Monday closed.) Contact +91 7373 887 557

All images courtesy the artist

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19 Sept 2019

Timeless Narratives by Veteran Artists

Veterans’ Vision, as the name suggests, presents paintings by three senior artists from Bangalore. The collection featuring recent works by CS Krishna Setty, Chandranath Acharya and U Bhaskar Rao, encapsulates their unique visual vocabulary and individual voices, ranging from intimate and societal fantasies and apprehensions to vignettes from mythology and tradition.

Krishna Setty’s metaphorical visuals interlace complex narratives around contemporary concerns. The forceful surrealistic imagery from his previous series has undergone transformation and depicts a perceptible shift towards abstraction. The hybrid creatures have receded and the recurring motifs and symbols have acquired ambiguous connotations, and are often hieroglyphic.

The mix-media works display significant textures and patterns, employed as an aesthetic device, and are remnants of the artist’s printmaking practice. The ambiguity of the hieroglyphs allows multiple readings into humanistic and existential angst, at the individual and a larger societal level. Fossilized remains or perhaps birthing grounds of indistinct forms, represent dreams or desires to form crucibles of compound visuals and narratives. The intense landscape generated, eerie and ethereal is disquieting, an infinite cauldron of life and consciousness with its associated anxieties.

Chandranath Acharya’s satirical commentary on the present political, social and psychological spectrum is situated at the threshold of fantasy and reality. His visual idiom combines a rare witticism with playfulness and surrealistic imagery. Royal figures, resplendent and clad in jewels and finery, indulge in ordinariness, a juxtaposition of opulence with the mundane, with undercurrents of satire and humour.

Larger than life figures, surrounded by fantastical objects and creatures, form imposing portraits filled with pomposity, absurdity and grandeur. Decadence and mortality come together in a single frame with incongruous imagery, in incredibly sumptuous detail. Human conditions and emotions in all its exuberance, transience and intricacies, are portrayed adeptly with an underlying sense of mischief and tenderness. His extensive work in illustration and printmaking are clearly evident in the paintings.

Bhaskar Rao’s protagonists are primarily derived from mythology and visual and performing culture. These often narrate specific and recognizable instances and episodes, chronicling fragments of oral traditions and culture. Rooted in realism, with stylised and illustrative forms, vignettes from native landscapes, myths and mythology and traditions and rituals, etched in memory through time, are represented on the canvas.

The puppets form a popular leitmotif in his narration, a juxtaposition of the inanimate with the sentient and as an instrument of storytelling. Performance as an expression of human nature, culture and experience, and its associated connotations with social, philosophical and spiritual perspectives acts as a symbol of representation.

The exhibition continues till September 22 at Fidelitus Art Gallery, Bangalore

All images courtesy the artists and gallery

Excerpted from the catalogue text by Nalini Malaviya

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27 Jul 2019

Art News: Art in the City

An eclectic collection

The recently concluded art exhibition, curated by the well known Harish Kumar Sejekan, was held over the weekend at Phoneix Kessaku, Bangalore. It comprised of an eclectic collection, which included works that were part of a private collection with artists like Jamini Roy, Nandalal Bose, Abanindranath Tagore, and Ram Kumar whose works speak volumes about the rich history of Indian art. These were presented along with contemporary artists with an attempt to give equal importance and at the same time give contemporary and emerging artists their own space.

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Painting by Jamini Roy

Landscapes by Gurudas Shenoy and Milind Nayak, the two well known names in Karnataka were presented. The other artists included Kantharaj N, Ganesh Doddamani, Santosh CH who are unique in their representations of the mundane life. Bharat Thakur has made his name as one of the more well known painters of the past few years due to his adeptness in abstract as well as figurative work.

Sujata Sah Sejekan’s works lay emphasis on the human spiritual and subconscious minds and their experiences with nature. Sujit Mandya’s Bulls were strongly defined. Runa Biswas, Kadambari Mehta and Ajnaba Kiev were the other artists. Soumya Chakraborthy’s depiction of Aghoris was interesting. Harish Kumar Sejekan displayed his new series of art for the first time after a decade.

Painting by Harish Kumar Sejekan

The exhibition was presented at Phoenix Kessaku in association with Mayin Art and curator Harish Kumar Sejekan.

Based on the press release

All images courtesy Harish Kumar Sejekan

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