Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Apr 29: K K Gandhi, one of India’s most prominent master artists, today attended a prestigious five-day national art camp organized at the scenic Gulmarg, in Srinagar.
The camp was organized by the North Zone Cultural Centre in collaboration with the JKAACL and was inaugurated by MLA Gulmarg P F Ahmed Shah, along with Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary JKAACL and Tariq Hussain Naik, CEO of the Gulmarg Development authority, who ensured smooth organization and coordination of the event.
Throughout the camp, Gandhi earned widespread appreciation for his soulful and evocative artworks, particularly his artistic interpretation of Gulmarg’s serene and majestic landscapes.
His creations stood out for their emotional depth and technical brilliance, captivating art lovers and fellow participants alike.
A major highlight of the event was Gandhi’s live painting session on a large canvas, performed in the presence of artists, officials, tourists and visitors.
His creative process, unfolding in real time, left the audience mesmerized, with many describing it as “live magic.”
The performance drew significant attention from both local and national media.
Impressed by Gandhi’s exceptional talent, Tariq Hussain Naik extended a special invitation to the artist to conduct a live painting workshop at Government Degree College Tangmarg.
During the session, Gandhi showcased his artistic mastery by completing a painting within just 60 minutes, offering students a rare and inspiring insight into fine art techniques.
The students and faculty expressed heartfelt gratitude and honored Gandhi with a memento, recognizing not only his artistic excellence but also his contribution to inspiring and nurturing young creative minds.
