Expo a shot in the arm for artists
The Hindu
‘Lokame Tharavadu’ showcases the works of 267 artists with Kerala connections
More than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic crippled the art sector, the ‘Lokame Tharavadu’ contemporary art show, being held in Alappuzha across multiple heritage venues, has come as a shot of optimism to the artistic community in the State. The show curated by artist and Kochi Biennale Foundation president Bose Krishnamachari features the works of 267 artists who trace their roots to Kerala and by scale is considered to be the biggest art event to be held in India. The individual art works number well over 3,000, presenting a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts and connoisseurs to experience the richness and diversity of art practised by contemporary Malayali artists.More Related News

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