20 Aug 2008
19 Aug 2008
TOTO AWARDS 2009 - PHOTOGRAPHY - CALL FOR ENTRIES
TOTO AWARDS 2009
PHOTOGRAPHY
CALL FOR ENTRIES
TOTO FUNDS THE ARTS (TFA), in association with TASVEER, invites entries for its second annual TOTO awards for young Indian photographers. Two cash awards of Rs. 25,000 each will be given in January, 2009.
The spirit of the Toto Awards is to identify promise and encourage young talent. THEREFORE, entries are only invited from young people -- over the age of 18, and who will not have celebrated their 30th birthday before January 1, 2009.
The submissions should comprise a minimum of 12 and a maximum of 36 photographs, either in colour or black and white, or a mix of the two.
The photographs should comprise still images. Video photography will not be accepted.
They should be high resolution (print quality): 350-600 dpi.
The submission should be made on CD (three copies) along with hard copies of five photographs of your choice. These should be in reasonable size, i.e. easily visible, but not larger than A-4.
The photographs could be on one theme or an assortment of themes. Your choice.
Submitted material will not be returned.
Entries should reach TOTO FUNDS THE ARTS (TFA) by 4 October, 2008 at the latest.
TOTO FUNDS THE ARTS (TFA)
H 301 Adarsh Gardens, 8th Block, 47th Cross, Jayanagar, Bangalore 560 082
Phone: 080-26990549
If you have any further queries, please write to totofundsthearts@yahoo.com
THE FINE PRINT:
Entries must be accompanied by a signed statement confirming the applicant’s date of birth, whether the applicant’s work has been published in print (give details), and also affirming that the submitted work is original. Please ensure that the submitted CDs and prints do not carry your name on them. Submitted entries will be given code numbers to protect applicants’ identities from the jury during the judging process.
Submitted material will not be returned.
The decision of the TFA jury is final and cannot be contested in any forum.
Please note: We reserve the right to use your photographs (if necessary) to publicise the awards and in any in-house materials such as a newsletter. Otherwise, the copyright rests with the photographer and your submission will be put to no other use without your express permission.
TOTO FUNDS THE ARTS (TFA) is a not-for-profit public trust set up in memory of Angirus ‘Toto’ Vellani, who was intensely passionate about music, literature and films. Tasveer is an organisation committed to showcasing the finest in photography.
18 Aug 2008
14 Aug 2008
13 Aug 2008
Art Shows in Bangalore
(Nalini S Malaviya)
A number of art shows have previewed in the last couple of weeks. The inaugural evening of an art exhibition organised by Mahua art gallery was held at their new premises. The group show ‘Across the Threshold’ exhibiting works by 31 artists from across the country such as Kolkatta, Baroda, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Sikkim and Shantiniketan presented an interesting range of paintings and sculptures that span different genres, styles and themes. Although, some of the works conform to a familiar pattern that one comes across at most shows in the city, there were a few pieces that offered a fresh perspective. Paintings by S G Vasudev, Yusuf Arakkal and JMS Mani were in their signature style, and so were a few others.
A number of art shows have previewed in the last couple of weeks. The inaugural evening of an art exhibition organised by Mahua art gallery was held at their new premises. The group show ‘Across the Threshold’ exhibiting works by 31 artists from across the country such as Kolkatta, Baroda, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Sikkim and Shantiniketan presented an interesting range of paintings and sculptures that span different genres, styles and themes. Although, some of the works conform to a familiar pattern that one comes across at most shows in the city, there were a few pieces that offered a fresh perspective. Paintings by S G Vasudev, Yusuf Arakkal and JMS Mani were in their signature style, and so were a few others.
Sohini Dhar’s landscape that follows the miniature art format combines a graceful rendering with a poetic flow. Sharmi Chowdhury’s narratives present situational wit and sarcasm. The watercolours use disconnected images to bring out the absurdity in common everyday events. Tejendra Baoni’s sculpture in bronze and iron is an elaborate and striking piece of work. Yogesh Mahida plays with space to create a high gloss stainless steel architectural piece with bronze pigs climbing up the stairs. An interesting concept.
Venugopal comments on urban issues and environment through mediatic imagery, which is very popular with young contemporary artists today. Romanticism and impressionist style landscapes, elements from folk art and crafts, and surrealism are some of the facets that come together under one roof.
The gallery promises to hold art appreciation and other workshops in addition to regular exhibitions.
(The exhibition continues at Mahua Art Gallery till 16th of August, Sadashivnagar, Bangalore-80)
The other show that I went to celebrates the common man’s love for music. Bangalore based artist S Krishnappa continues his tryst with musicians and their dance, portraying their abundant joy and vivacity. The paintings resonate with rhythm and a lyrical fervour. In an entirely decorative style, the artist combines folk art nuances with a vibrantly colourful palette to paint images of men who celebrate their existence through music. The popular format varies minimally in the various canvasses – the groupings differ as the musicians express their effervescence as they play various musical instruments.
(The exhibition can be viewed till 14th of August at The Hatworks Boulevard, Cunningham Road, Bangalore-52)
(Published in Bangalore Mirror)
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