CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: A three-day event “Srijan Sadhana – Art Exhibition and Discussion”, dedicated to the art and culture of Madhya Pradesh, was grandly inaugurated at Ravindra Bhavan, Bhopal. The exhibition began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony and a welcome address.
On this occasion, the chief guest was Santosh Choubey, Chancellor of Rabindranath Tagore University and Director of Vishwarang. The distinguished guests included senior painter and critic Ashok Bhowmick (Delhi), Vice Chancellor of Scope Global Skills University Vijay Singh, Registrar of Scope Global Skills University Sittesh Kumar Sinha, Dharmendra Pare (Director, Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum), senior artists Padmashri Chandan Bhatti, Devilal Patidar, Chitra Singh (NCERT, Bhopal), and Vinay Upadhyay (Director, Tagore Center for Fine Arts and Culture, RNTU).
The program showcased selected outstanding paintings by more than 25 senior art teachers of Bhopal. Along with the exhibition, the release of a catalogue and a newsletter took place, as well as the launch of the book by Ankita Jain titled “Contribution of Art Teachers Working in Bhopal’s Art Educational Institutions to Indian Painting – A Study (from the Beginning till 2014).”
Around 70 artworks were displayed in the exhibition, presenting vivid depictions of diverse themes and styles. These included landscapes, portraits, poster-color works on paper, nature canvases, acrylic on canvas, acrylic on paper, paintings based on rural life, and abstract artworks, which became the main attractions. The artists made effective use of various mediums such as oil painting, acrylic, watercolor, and poster color, making the exhibition more lively, colorful, and visually appealing.
In his address, chief guest Santosh Choubey remarked: “Art is not just a medium of expression; it shapes the soul and sensitivities of society. Through their creations, artists document time, culture, and human values. Programs like ‘Srijan Sadhana’ not only honor the invaluable contributions of our senior art teachers but also inspire the younger generation to carry forward this creative tradition. This exhibition gives new dimensions to the Guru–Shishya (teacher–disciple) tradition and the depth of Indian art.”
The aim of this event was to highlight the rich heritage of art education and the Guru–Shishya tradition while respectfully bringing forth the contributions of Bhopal’s art teachers.
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