Ashwini R
“Rather than saying that I create art, I would like to say that art is moulding me into what I am,” explains Bengaluru artist Ashwini R, in a chat with
YourStory.
She is an ENT surgeon as well as a self-taught artist.
“These pandemic times are really hard for all of us. Being a healthcare professional puts me in the frontline. We are almost always stressed out.
The fear of developing the disease or worse, spreading it to our loved ones, is constantly on our mind. I can safely say that art is the only way I am still maintaining my sanity,” she explains.
Online art exhibitions in the pandemic era: creative insights from the Chitra Santhe 2021 artists
In this photo essay on the annual Chitra Santhe art festival, we feature more artist insights and stunning artworks.
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with photographs that celebrate the spirit of creativity and innovation. In the earlier 505 posts, we featured an
The 18th annual
Chitra Santhe exhibition features the works of 1,500 artists from 19 states in India and 25 countries around the world. The virtual exhibition is hosted by
in Bengaluru till the end of January. The festival website provides artist contact information and artwork prices.
In this photo essay series, we profile a range of artworks along with insights from the participating artists. See