Art is something that makes one breathe with a different kind of happiness and the capital city of Karnataka, known for its welcoming cosmopolitan atmosphere has been embracing 'ART' with open arms. Bengaluru has been thriving with new and experienced artists showcasing their skills in various art galleries, museums cafes etc., since a long time. However, more recently with an upsurge in career options & people's awareness and enthusiasm for different art forms, the paintbrush and canvas have taken a step ahead.

 

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Here are few places that need to be on your list if you're an art lover

 

1.National Gallery of Modern Art

Inaugrated in 2009, this art is the third modern art gallery in India after Delhi and Mumbai. A visit to the NGMA can make you a witness to the modern and contemporary art by treasured Indian artists like Radindra Nath Tagore, Raja Ravi Verma, Amrita Shergil to name a few. Ranging from realism to abstract art forms, the halls of NGMA & its gracious compound promise to take you on a wonderful trail of beauty.

LOCATION- Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar

ENTRY FEE- Indian Nationals : Rs 20

                               Indian National Student (upto +2) : Free

                               Foreign National : Rs 500

TIMING -  11:00am - 6:30pm (Monday closed)

 

2.Sumukha

Established in 1996, Sumukha art gallery is one of the largest and most versatile art galleries in South India. Giving opportunities to both established and emerging artists, it houses a variety of contemporary art in forms of sculptures, drawings, paintings, graphics and new age media artistry like digitalized photography, installations etc in different shows.

LOCATION - BTS Depot Road

ENTRY FEE - Free

TIMINGS - 10:30am - 6:00 pm (Sunday Closed)

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3. Rangoli Metro

This small scale initiative of the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited is a delight to visit. In its delicately crafted pathway with bougainvillea including appeals like friendship point, children play area, upper walkway etc. stands the Art Gallery. The miniature gallery with its walls lined up with beautiful works by several artists will surely make you stop and admire them.

LOCATION - M.G. Metro station

ENTRY FEE - Free

TIMINGS- 10:00am- 7:00pm

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4. 1-Shanti Road

Established in 2003, this art residency is privately owned and is administered by a NGO named Visual Art Collectives. Apart from exhibiting paintings, it provides a platform for slide lectures, informal conferences and gathering, performances by artists from different parts of the world along others in its programs. You can be even fortunate to be a part of talk shows conducted by artists, historians and art restorers on your visits.

LOCATION- Shanti Road, Shanti Nagar

ENTRY FEE- Free

TIMINGS- 10:00am- 9:00am