Press Release: Celebrate the life of Krishna through Indian art with Neel, Krishna through art by Vineeta and Arvind Kanoria
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A new book from AdiDev Press
celebrates the life of Krishna through Indian art
Neel– Krishna through art by Vineeta and Arvind Kanoria
AdiDev Press’ Neel, Krishna Through Art by Vineeta & Arvind Kanoria is one-of-a-kind book that introduces young readers to the life and adventures of the Hindu god Krishna through renowned works of Indian art. To create a visually engaging experience, each page in the book features a work of art that depicts an episode from the life of Krishna. The artworks come from folk, classical, and modern traditions, and include works by stalwarts like Jamini Roy and S. Nandagopal, among others. Each work is presented alongside text that describes the scene in simple and accessible language, as well as interactive activities that encourage children to consider how art is made and received.
Announcing the book, Chitwan Mittal, Founder and Editorial Director of AdiDev Press, says, ‘I love that this book works on two levels: it makes the work of world-famous Indian artists accessible and interesting to young readers, while also telling them a bit about Krishna’s eventful life. Books like these can help readers connect with their roots and appreciate traditions of storytelling and art that have existed in India for centuries.’
‘On our travels, we’ve often found that museums abroad display a huge selection of art books while our bookshelves are woefully lacking. For this book, we selected images of Krishna by eminent artists from folk, classical, and modern traditions and paired them with simple storytelling and activities to engage young readers. We believe it’s never too early to induct children into the wonderful world of art!’, says Vineeta Kanoria.
‘Neel: Krishna through art brings together three things closest to my heart. My grandson, Neil for whom it has been written, the magical world of art which I have grown up with and my love for books, something I can’t seem to have enough of’, adds co-author Arvind Kanoria.
ISBN: 9788197295645 | Price: INR 595 | Format: Hardback | Pages: 26
Vineeta Kanoria has been an educator for over thirty years and has co-authored two books for children aged 4-9 years. She is also an accomplished wildlife photographer.
Arvind Kanoria, whilst being involved in the world of commerce and industry, is also deeply interested in the arts. Towards this end, he did his PG Diploma in Indian Aesthetics from Bombay University and also completed a PG certificate course on the Arts of Japan and Korea from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.
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