Art exhibition opened
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 28 2011:
The inaugural function of the third annual Exhibition of Art was opened today at the Manipur State Art Gallery, Palace Compound by Commissioner Dr RK Nimai.
Dr RK Nimai also distributed the Arts Society Manipur Annual Award 2011 and the biennial A Jandhavi Devi Memorial Award.
The Arts Society Manipur Annual Award 2011 was bagged by Shijagurumayum Imobi for his painting 'Pilgrim II' while the A Jandhavi Memorial Award was won by Wairokpam Robin Khaba for his wood carving 'Red in Center' .
They got Rs 5000, a citation and a shawl each.
A total of 42 items including 10 sculptures and 24 paintings/drawings are being put on display at the exhibition.
Eight items on display are non-competition items.
The exhibition was being organised under the aegis of the Arts Society Manipur.