Dance. Music. Wine. Dine. You name it, Art Bengaluru hosted it.
19th to 28th August spread cheer across this buzzing metro when Art Bengaluru showcased the talents of 40+ Indian and international artists. Workshops kept participants busy, performances kept crowds entertained, exhibits kept art lovers on their feet; there was something for everyone to look forward to.
Here are a few moments captured over those nine, excitement-filled days.
1. Karsh Kale Collective and Wolfpack kickstarted the festival with a bang.
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2. Canon India celebrated World Photography Day with some helpful tutorials for both the young and old.
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3. Marko 93 wowed participants with the essentials of light painting in his workshop.
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4. Art exhibits found their rightful place, giving onlookers a lesson in art appreciation.
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7. International and Indian musicians found a common stage at Berserk to captivate audiences.
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8. An array of workshops, including a tea appreciation workshop by Sublime House of Tea, got participants to discover new talents.
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9. Art pieces gracefully adorned the walls of UB City.
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10. And Sivamani’s Siraha Trio set the stage on fire with their electric finale performance.
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Can’t wait for the 8th edition already! Take a bow Art Bengaluru!