Dec 17 2022 to Dec 25 2022 11 a.m.

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Where

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath

No.1, Art Complex, Kumarakrupa Rd, near The Lalit Hotel, Kumara Park East 560001

Event Description

“Creativity across generations” is an art show that consists 9 members of a Family of French Artists that spans 4 generations, and will be held at Chitrakala Parishath from Dec 17th – 25th. The artists will be showcasing Paintings, Drawings, Textiles, Ceramics, Graphic works and Photographs.   Planting the idea and supporting them put up this show is Mrs Geetha Bhat from Bangalore– who runs an organisation called CFRIA (Centre for Revival of Indigenous Art). Their shared love for Arts & Creativity resulted in this art show from France to Bengaluru.  

This herculean effort of putting together this show (consisting of 85 photographs, 22 paintings, 4 ceramic works, 4 textile work and around 20 graphic prints) can only be attributed to their collective love & passion for the Arts.  

Claire, an artist and designer by profession, managed to bring together other members of the family living all across France for this show, as she wanted to showcase the artistic spirit and their passion for creative expressions- by 4 generations of artists in her family -her mothers work, she and her 2 siblings- brother & sister and their children’s artworks will be exhibited- all of them in various creative field and two of them are still studying(arts).  

The idea behind this exhibition is to really show their passion for arts and creativity that is deeply embedded in their family, across 4 generations, and to showcase their expression of love for the cultural spirit of France and India, which some of them have visited extensively and are deeply inspired.  

Odette AUBEL born in 1915 is the first of the artist in the family Odette, a housewife, studied drawing and painting at Beaux-arts in evening classes in her youth and continued to be an independent artist (painting and interior design) throughout her life.  

Jean-Louis AUBEL born in 1943 Specialized educator then trainer, Jean-Louis taught care through art around theatre and ceramics. He is an independent artist, with many of his ceramic installations and exhibitions in and around France.  

Anne-Marie GILLET born in 1944 Anne-Marie taught literacy classes at Emmaüs. She is an independent artist, and studies and practices singing and painting. Her sensitive paintings of people and travels have been exhibited on several occasions in France.  

Claire HAMANT born in 1948 After her studies at Beaux-Arts and first work experience in advertising, Claire was a contemporary textile artist, while also working as a graphic designer in a multinational company. She is now an independent artist, using several creative media, and her work can be found in several French and foreign art collections.

Marc GILLET born in 1969 After studying engineering, Marc started working for an European aircraft company. He is interested in music, travels and is a professional photographer, with a deep sense of colour, frame and light.  

Valerie AUBEL born in 1973 Valérie works as an art animator with senior citizens. She is a dancer and a painter, with her own original dreamlike inclination. She has participated in several exhibitions in France.  

Pascal HAMANT born in 1973 With a degree in economics, Pascal turned to creation with film making. He is a projectionist in independent theatres and film art institutes. He is also a film director and has shot several documentaries.  

Chloe AUBEL born in 1996 Chloé pursues art studies and is a dancer. She became interested in body painting, and she is now preparing a degree in graphic art design and direction.

Marine GILLET born in 2000 First studying mechanics, Marine moved to a school of art and communication to study motion design. She is a dancer, and also practices drawing and screenwriting and wants to become a filmmaker  

Prices start from Rs. 5000/-  

Venue: Chitrakala Parishat, Kumara Krupa Road, Bangalore

Date: December 17th – 25th, 2022

Time: 11 AM – 7 PM

For info contact: Geetha Bhat-9886064822/Manasa- 9886047579