Book 'Poison & Antidote' released
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, April 27 2022:
'Poison & Antidote', a book penned by Hansen NG was released during a function held at Manipur Press Club here on Wednesday.
An art exhibition was also organised alongside the book releasing function.
Speaking at the event, senior artist Chanamthabam Premananda Roy highlighted the changing trends in painting in the state, remarking that many are now learning painting academically instead of keeping it as just a hobby.
The number of fine arts students is also increasing, although the numbers are quite low compared to other states, he said.
Premananda then said that the government could take Imphal Arts College under its wings, which it has not done so till date, so as to encourage the artists of the state.
Incorporating the traditional culture of the state into the canvas would help in preservation of the state's culture, he contended, while hoping for the young and emerging artists to assimilate this into their mentality.