Bangalore's art scenario is renowned worldwide.
The city is home to many art galleries that host exhibitions on a regular basis.
Here, we'll talk about the five must-visit ones among them.
"The Silicon Valley of India" - Bangalore is a metropolitan city packed with lots of high-tech companies. But what many people are unaware of is that the city sees an enormous practice of art as well. Precisely, there are a number of galleries that host world-class exhibitions, drawing the attention of thousands of art geeks from all around the world. They feature artworks of both local & international artists and also conduct a range of seminars, workshops, and more to encourage all the budding artists out there. So, without further ado, let's get a look at the three best art galleries (in no particular order) that you should visit here.
National Gallery of Modern Art, Founded in 2009
National Gallery of Modern Art is located in the sprawling premises of the Manikyavelu Mansion. The gallery has hundreds of artworks of some famous artists such as Raja Ravi Verma, Jamini Roy, Rabindranath Tagore, Amrita Sher-Gil, and others. It focuses on modern & post-modern art movements in paintings, sculptures, miniatures, photography, etc. What's more, it conducts various seminars & workshops frequently to improve the art scenarios in the city. The entire gallery complex spreads over an area of 3.5 acres and is nestled in lush greenery.
Crimson Art Gallery, Founded in 1989
Crimson Art Gallery is a world-renowned gallery to which the art market in Bangalore owes a lot. The gallery focuses on all kinds of art, and the list includes abstract, portraits, figurative, realistic, modern, post-modern, and more. It features works of both budding & famous artists and also does a lot in spreading awareness about art among common people. It boasts some masterpieces of legendary artists like M.F. Hussain, Anjolie Ela Menon, Arpana Kaur, Preeti Raja, Rupa Paul, Arpana Kaur, and others.
Mahua Art Gallery, Founded in 2002
Mahua Art Gallery showcases the best works of contemporary Indian art from all across the country. It encourages budding Indian artists and focuses mainly on paintings, sculptures, and folk arts. Also, it offers an insight into the evolution of art in our country. What's more, it frequently conducts different art appreciation courses for both children and adults. Here, you can purchase artworks at a relatively affordable price.
The list also includes Gallery G, Venkatappa Art Gallery, Tasveer Art Gallery, Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, etc.
