Art lovers witness creativity in action in Mysuru

Mysuru: Mysuru experienced a unique cultural showcase on Sunday as the Bengaluru-based art initiative, The Art Park, held its first-ever ‘Meet the Artists' event at Heritage House.Launched in 2014 by eminent artist SG Vasudev in Bengaluru, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between artists and the public by making art more accessible and interactive.The Mysuru edition was a day-long programme that allowed art lovers to witness creativity in action within a heritage setting. Organised in association with Bharath Hospital and Institute of Oncology, the event featured live art demonstrations, exhibitions, and interactive sessions.Bhagya Ajaikumar, president of The Art Park, led the initiative, fostering a platform for artistic exchange and collaboration.The programme brought together both renowned award-winning artists and emerging talent, providing budding artists an opportunity to interact with established names and gain valuable exposure. "Each artist at the event created live artworks without a fixed theme, allowing for the expression of individual styles and creativity. This inaugural Mysuru event marked a significant step in bringing contemporary visual art closer to the public, giving residents a chance to engage, learn, and appreciate art on a personal level," said Bhagya Ajaikumar.BS Ajaikumar, chairman of HCG Hospitals and Bharath Hospital and Institute of Oncology, stressed the importance of supporting all art forms, particularly by providing opportunities, scholarships, and mentorship to young and rural artists. He said that the programme would continue to identify and promote talent, with plans to expand these initiatives further in the future, reinforcing the city's vibrant cultural ecosystem.More than 30 artists took part in the programme. Artists including Raghavendra, Gururaj Nayak, Raghavendra K, Yoganand, Vijaya Rao, Vichar, Manjunath (CAVA Alumni Association president), Surya (secretary of CAVA Alumni Association), SN Siddaram, and Venugopal were also present.