The Venkatappa Art Gallery, dedicated to the pioneering artist K. Venkatappa (1886–1965), has recently reopened after a major restoration, Originally built in 1975. Dedicated exhibition spaces for the works of Venkatappa and K. K. Hebbar, five rotating mini-galleries, a restoration studio allowing visitors to observe conservation at work, a sculpture park, a curated bookstore, the space offers a renewed platform to engage with Karnataka’s artistic heritage.
Set beside Cubbon Park, it now welcomes visitors to explore, create, and connect in a revitalized cultural landmark.
You don’t need artistic skill to participate in this event – just boundless curiosity and a love for drawing. To connect with other participants, please use our community on Discord.
Please register here for this event.
Rules at this location
- Entry fee of INR 50
- No large easels are not allowed within the Gallery.
- No wet media allowed inside the gallery/exhibit spaces
- Be mindful to not block the walking paths.
Things to carry for this session
- A sketchbook/paper/drawing surface
- Pencils or any medium you would like to try out
- A portable chair/mat. If the location has no seating, we tend to sit on the ground
- Water bottle and snacks
How to get there
- Follow the location map provided
- This building entrance is from the Cubbon Park entrance near The Government Museum (currently under renovation).
- Closest metro station: MG Road Metro (walk towards the Govt.Museum)
Image credit archaeology.karnataka.gov.in