Chandrashekhar Shilpi remembered for contribution to traditional sculpture
The arts community in Kalaburagi held a tribute meeting for the late sculptor Chandrashekhar Y. Shilpi, honoring his contributions to traditional sculpture. Speakers urged the government to establish a museum and institute an award in his name to preserve his legacy.
Why it matters
Recognizing master craftsmen is essential for the cultural preservation of traditional Indian sculpture and the encouragement of future artistic talent.
Eminent sculptor Chandrashekhar Y. Shilpi, who recently passed away, was remembered for his contribution to the traditional arts of Kalyana Karnataka at a condolence and tribute meeting held at Rangayana in Kalaburagi on Tuesday.
The meeting was organised by the Department of Kannada and Culture and the Karnataka Shilpakala Academy.
Presiding over the meeting, Karnataka Shilpakala Academy president M.C. Ramesh said every individual possessed some form of artistic talent and that it was important to identify and encourage such talent at an early age by creating a conducive environment.
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