<p>The Indian Institute of World Culture, Basavanagudi, is set to host a retrospective of M T V Acharya 33 years after his death. The exhibition, titled ‘Priceless Jewel of the Art World’, will be held from April 4-13, 10.30 am to 7 pm.</p>.<p>Acharya, originally from Mysuru, is one of Karnataka’s most eminent artists. In 1947, celebrated painter Rumale Chennabasavaiah roped him in to work on the renowned ‘Chandamama’ magazine. The monthly children’s magazine, originally in Telugu, carried mythological, historical and moral stories. A year later, its Kannada version was launched and Acharya became its illustrator and editor. </p>.<p>The exhibition, curated by Shivanand Basvanthappa, will showcase nearly 100 of his works, created between 1942 and 1949. The thematic curation unfolds in six galleries — landscapes, folk and post-Mysore style paintings, general subjects, portraits, and mythological paintings, culminating in two extraordinary pieces: ‘Yudhishthira Going to Heaven’, one of his most famous art pieces and his last work, ‘Nature’s Fury’, where he experimented with abstract painting.</p>.'MTV Hustle' coming back with season four.<p>Acharya’s oeuvre extended beyond mythology, embracing landscapes, folk traditions, portraits, and contemporary themes. He often drew inspiration from the Bangalore of his time. This is reflected in his famous landscape painting of Cubbon Park. </p>.<p>For decades, rumours swirled that Acharya’s works had been lost or destroyed in a fire. In reality, he sold some to a few Russians and Americans, but the rest remained hidden for 25 years. </p>.<p>Basvanthappa revealed that while Acharya was highly celebrated in his time, his legacy faded after his death as his works remained hidden for years. Having recovered 200 of his paintings, Basvanthappa is now striving to revive Acharya’s legacy and bring his masterpieces back into the spotlight.</p>.<p>Alos on show</p>.<p>Home as inspiration</p>.<p>‘Ephemeral Homelands’, a solo exhibition by Siddharth Shingade, showcases the beauty of the rural hinterlands of Marathwada in Maharashtra. The acrylics on canvas, inspired by patchwork quilts or ‘chaddars’, are representations of the region’s culture, traditions and community life in Tuljapur, the town where Shingade was raised. The colour palette employed by the artist is bright and vibrant, ranging from sunflower yellow and ocean blue to his signature earthy tones. Until April 18. At Kynkyny Art Gallery, Infantry Road. For details, call 8431 122 365.</p>.<p>Design and architecture</p>.<p>Dtale Archist, an art gallery in Whitefield, is set to host a group show titled ‘Dtale Archist IV’. The showcase will feature the works of artists, designers and architects. It is curated by noted painter and curator, Bose Krishnamachari. Some of the featured designers and artists include Avinash Veeraraghavan, Benitha Perciyal, Hima Harinaharan, Savia Lopes and Vishal K Dar. The exhibition aims to bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary practices and explore how the creative industries can shape the future. April 4-June 6,<br>at Whitefield. For details, call 92490 95928</p>
<p>The Indian Institute of World Culture, Basavanagudi, is set to host a retrospective of M T V Acharya 33 years after his death. The exhibition, titled ‘Priceless Jewel of the Art World’, will be held from April 4-13, 10.30 am to 7 pm.</p>.<p>Acharya, originally from Mysuru, is one of Karnataka’s most eminent artists. In 1947, celebrated painter Rumale Chennabasavaiah roped him in to work on the renowned ‘Chandamama’ magazine. The monthly children’s magazine, originally in Telugu, carried mythological, historical and moral stories. A year later, its Kannada version was launched and Acharya became its illustrator and editor. </p>.<p>The exhibition, curated by Shivanand Basvanthappa, will showcase nearly 100 of his works, created between 1942 and 1949. The thematic curation unfolds in six galleries — landscapes, folk and post-Mysore style paintings, general subjects, portraits, and mythological paintings, culminating in two extraordinary pieces: ‘Yudhishthira Going to Heaven’, one of his most famous art pieces and his last work, ‘Nature’s Fury’, where he experimented with abstract painting.</p>.'MTV Hustle' coming back with season four.<p>Acharya’s oeuvre extended beyond mythology, embracing landscapes, folk traditions, portraits, and contemporary themes. He often drew inspiration from the Bangalore of his time. This is reflected in his famous landscape painting of Cubbon Park. </p>.<p>For decades, rumours swirled that Acharya’s works had been lost or destroyed in a fire. In reality, he sold some to a few Russians and Americans, but the rest remained hidden for 25 years. </p>.<p>Basvanthappa revealed that while Acharya was highly celebrated in his time, his legacy faded after his death as his works remained hidden for years. Having recovered 200 of his paintings, Basvanthappa is now striving to revive Acharya’s legacy and bring his masterpieces back into the spotlight.</p>.<p>Alos on show</p>.<p>Home as inspiration</p>.<p>‘Ephemeral Homelands’, a solo exhibition by Siddharth Shingade, showcases the beauty of the rural hinterlands of Marathwada in Maharashtra. The acrylics on canvas, inspired by patchwork quilts or ‘chaddars’, are representations of the region’s culture, traditions and community life in Tuljapur, the town where Shingade was raised. The colour palette employed by the artist is bright and vibrant, ranging from sunflower yellow and ocean blue to his signature earthy tones. Until April 18. At Kynkyny Art Gallery, Infantry Road. For details, call 8431 122 365.</p>.<p>Design and architecture</p>.<p>Dtale Archist, an art gallery in Whitefield, is set to host a group show titled ‘Dtale Archist IV’. The showcase will feature the works of artists, designers and architects. It is curated by noted painter and curator, Bose Krishnamachari. Some of the featured designers and artists include Avinash Veeraraghavan, Benitha Perciyal, Hima Harinaharan, Savia Lopes and Vishal K Dar. The exhibition aims to bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary practices and explore how the creative industries can shape the future. April 4-June 6,<br>at Whitefield. For details, call 92490 95928</p>