Apsara being taken away by demons, 2015
Painting : acrylic · 61 x 45.7 x 0.3 cm 24 x 18 x 0.1 inch
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This is a canvas showing an APSARA BEEING TAKEN AWAY BY DEMONS done in Acrylics using Black &Brown Colors. An apsaras or apsara (Sanskrit: अप्सरा, romanized: apsaras or apsarā, Pali: अक्चरा, romanized: accharā) is a member of a class of celestial beings in Hindu and Buddhist culture. They are originally a type of female spirit of the clouds and waters, who later plays the role of a "nymph" or "fairy". They figure prominently in the sculpture, dance, literature and painting of many Indian and Southeast Asian cultures.[1] The apsaras are described to be beautiful, youthful and elegant, and are said to be able to change their shape at will. There are two types of apsaras—laukika (worldly) and daivika (divine). They are superb in the art of dancing, and often wives of the gandharvas, the court musicians of the king of the gods, Indra. The apsaras reside in the palaces of the gods and entertain them by dancing to the music made by the Gandharvas. The 26 apsaras of Indra's court are each said to symbolise a different facet of the performing arts, drawing comparisons to the Muses of ancient Greece. They are also renowned for seducing sages in order to prevent them from attaining divine powers. Urvashi, Menaka, Rambha, Tilottama and Ghritachi are the most famous among the apsaras.[rylics withusing Black &Brown
Presentation
Anand Manchiraju is an Indian artist whose multidisciplinary practice blends painting, photography, and experimental techniques. Influenced by his artist father, he began painting in childhood and later studied at JNTU. His work explores themes including nature, spirituality, daily life, and the human figure. Anand employs oils and acrylics on canvas, as well as unconventional materials such as bromide paper and x-ray film, using photographic chemicals to develop what he terms “photo-paintings.” His style spans impressionistic and abstract modes. Over his career, he has produced thousands of artworks and held numerous solo exhibitions across India. He also served as President of the Andhra Academy of Arts for over 30 years, promoting artistic engagement in the region. Anand’s practice continues to evolve through constant experimentation with mediums and materials, reflecting his commitment to innovation and exploration across traditional and contemporary formats.
Solo shows
2023
Picturesque: Your guide to aestheticism, TERAVARNA
2016
Solo Exhibitions, State Gallery of Arts
2014
Solo Exhibitions, Muse Art Gallery
2011
Solo Exhibitions, State Gallery of Arts
2010
Solo Exhibitions, Andhra Academy of Arts
2007
Solo Exhibitions, Siddhartha College
2005
Solo Exhibitions, Indraprasth Art Gallery
2003
Solo Exhibitions, Bajaj Art Gallery
1999
Solo Exhibitions, Lalit Kala Academy
Solo Exhibitions, Nehru Centre
1997
Solo Exhibitions, Jahanhgir Art Gallery
1995
Solo Exhibitions, Lalit Kala Academy
1993
Solo Exhibitions, Bajaj Art Gallery
Solo Exhibitions, Triveni Gallery
1992
Solo Exhibitions, Academy of Fine Arts
Solo Exhibitions, India international Center
1991
Solo Exhibitions, Kirti Art gallery FORE
Solo Exhibitions, Lalit Kala academy
1990
Solo Exhibitions, Lalit Kala academy
1989
Solo Exhibitions, Lalit kala Academy
1978
New Delhi, Rashtrapati Bhawan
1974
Solo Exhibitions, Andhra Academy of Arts
1968
Solo Exhibitions, Raj Bhawan
Group shows
2025
Luminous Terrain, TERAVARNA
Multicultural Art Festival Exhibition, Australasian Contemporary Artist Talk & Exhibition
GROWING TAKES TIME, HUG
THE ART OF JAZZ, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
"Bare Motion” – An Exhibition of Nude & Figurative Art, Awita New York Studio / HUG
The Cultural Tides exhibition, HUG
The Brushstrokes & Burnouts exhibition, ONE LOVE ART DAO / HUG
Heroes, 34Gallery.org / HUG
2nd Year Anniversary International Art Exhibition, Awita New York Studio / HUG
BACK TO COLOR, ChromaVerse ART EXPO / HUG
“The Art of Femme” – 4th Annual Art Exhibition, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
“Euphoria” – An Exhibition of Joy, Identity & Radiant Expression, Awita New York Studio / HUG
“The Four Elements,” a visual exploration of Earth, Water, Air, and Fire in the digital realm, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
FOCUS Art Fair 2025, Saatchi Gallery / Teravarna
Portals of Nature, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
Valentine’s-themed exhibition celebrating love in the digital age, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
AIA Carnival Hong Kong Photography Exhibition: URBAN LIGHT, Dreamxrs / HUG
JPEG FICTION: Exhibit at The Oculus, ARCHIV3 / HUG
2024
Clarity, TERAVARNA
Spin Cycle, TERAVARNA
Day of the Dead Open Call: Día de los Muertos Exhibition, VJ DELIRIA & NFTIANGUIS / HUG
Showcase Your Best Work in November Exhibition, Awita New York Studio / HUG
115 Best Digital Artists Of Our Generation - Feature in an Exclusive Art Book & Exhibit, ARCHIV3 / HUG
"Bleucalf: 100 Top International Photographers" art exhibition, Bleucalf / HUG
Stashh of the Day - Season 7, Stashh / HUG
Bloom: A Floral Exploration, Odyssey Global Media / HUG
Based Blue Cats: NFT Curation and Metaverse Exhibition, Mani Saemi / HUG
Open Call for ARCHIV3 Issue 3 and 4: Showcasing Innovation in Art and Technology, ARCHIV3 / HUG
Show Your Art in the Creative Talents Magazine and Virtual Gallery, James Hurley / Creative Talents Magazine / HUG
Virtual, The 34 Gallery / HUG
Echoes of Fall, Awita New York Studio / HUG
"Sun and Moon" Exhibition in New York, Awita New York Studio / HUG
United Nations Exhibition - Hope in Action: Transforming Tomorrow, UN SDG Action Campaign / HUG
Scapes Contrast: Nature and Urban Impressions, Brooklyn Renaissance / HUG
"Where We From" 3rd Annual Art Exhibition, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
AWITA NY: Summer Exhibition, Awita New York Studio / HUG
AIFilm3: Film & Art Festival Day 1, Prometheus Productions & PPN / HUG
"The Animal Kingdom" Art Exhibition, Brooklyn Art Cave / HUG
2023
BUTTERFLY EFFECT, TERAVARNA
2022
ART CONNECTS..., TERAVARNA
Everything you can imagine is ART, TERAVARNA
"Art, Heal Thyself! The Artist As Savior", TERAVARNA
2020
Studio Montclair, View Points 2020
2nd Annual Lines, Shapes & Objects, Fusion Art - Online Art Exhibition
2016
Kala Mela, State Gallery of Arts
2014
Artist camp, Department of Art & Culture, Govt. of AP
2007
International Art Exhibition, Indian Artist Network
1996
Artist camp, Andhra Academy of Arts
1994
National Kala Mela, Lalit kala Academy
Artist camp, Andhra Academy of Arts
1993
Indian Biennially of Photography Exhibition,, Lalit kala Academy
1991
Artist camp, Andhra Academy of Arts
1987
Artist camp, Andhra Academy of Arts
1986
National Kala Mela, Lalit kala Academy
1978
National Kala Mela, Lalit kala Academy
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