RESIDENTS
We are proud to present and represent our carefully curated list of talented artists. They are masters in many mediums that attract a wide range of art enthusiasts.
AV ILANGO / FOUNDER AND ARTIST
A.V. Ilango made his debut in 1973 on completing his Masters in Mathematics at the Bangalore University.
Inspired by his childhood memories, he set off with a colourful palette.
From seven to sixteen years, he had spent his childhood in Gobichettipalayam, a market town in the hinterland of Tamil Nadu. Besides human figure, the artist has been studying for the past few years, the most familiar animals of the Indians. According to him, cows and bulls form the very idiom of primitive, folk and classical arts of India. Now Ilango goes beyond the bull which is the mascot of Lord Shiva, called Nandhi. In hindu philosophy, the bull symbolizes the human prowess. In everyday life, it is used as beast of burden and for transport, sport, manure, hide, meat and milk. Many sketches and paintings bring out the subtle harmony in these compositions.
DAKSHA / FOUNDER AND ARTIST
The multifaceted work of Daksha examines creative decision, constructive process and deep insights. Having taken a post-graduation in Masters in Fine Arts her foundations in academia are reflected strongly in her works .Daksha delved into the world of study of museums and she completed her Inter-Disciplinary Doctorate in Labour studies and History of Fine Arts .Her work was titled “Labour Museology in Railways” where she documented the lives of indentured labourers who travelled from Southern parts of India to South Africa in the famous ship “KORAMAGA” to work in sugarcane fields and laying of Railroads .After a sabbatical from Arts She has now come a full circle after taking time off to venture into business in the organised sector and has recommenced her journey in Art or Art’s sake . Daksha has started working in oils and set out to portray the labour intensive lives and risk taking lives of the fisherfolks in this solo exhibition.
PRIYA ILANGO / DIRECTOR AND ARTIST
Priya Ilango’s earliest memories of growing up in the South Indian city of Chennai remains steeped in art and aesthetics. Watching her father and celebrated artist, A V Ilango, ruminating on the quintessence of the elusive line, drawing out robust forms from its earthy, rural roots and tempering them with ethereal elegance on large canvases, or reflecting on the vitality of the spirit of art in its varied forms were amongst Priya’s foundational artistic influences. Over time these influences have grown deep roots that have defined her art.
Priya’s art finds an increasing resonance with the greater mainstream awareness of mystical traditions of tantra and yoga. Her abiding fascination for the esoteric Indian traditions like classical music, tantra, yoga sutras shape compelling visual forms.
Priya was awarded M.A. in Fine Arts, with specialization in textile design from Stella Maris College, Chennai, (2004). Her proprietary label
Priya Ilango Designs, showcases works on natural fabrics. Priya is based in Bangalore, India.