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Artwork of Perumalda
An Exhibition in commemoration of his Birth Centenary (1915–2015)
Art has no boundaries. Art transcends geography, religion, language and time. That’s why we are able to appreciate the beauty in Michaelangelo’s Pieta, Van Gogh’s sunflowers, the cave paintings of Ajanta alike. Though we may not realise it, art has a unique power to connect people.
Perumalda's art disregards societal hierarchies, it reaches out and speaks to us - simply and honestly. Although nature is the dominant theme in Perumalda's art work, he has captured a range of scenes reflecting everyday life. Observant and contemplative, Perumalda took his art, not to art galleries, but to embellish the walls of tribal village homes. He consciously kept away from any public display of his art. This website is a tribute to the rich legacy of his art that he has left behind. We bring to you an eclectic collection of the little known paintings and sketches by this illustrious artist, whose talent is surpassed only by his humility.
2021 marked the 106th birth anniversary of Perumalda. An exhibition of his art works was arranged at LAICO during August 7-11. Mr. Thulasiraj Ravilla, Executive Director, LAICO inaugurated the exhibition. A workshop was also conducted where eminent artists like Ramanan and Ravi Palette as well as LAICO faculty – Mr. Syed Ali and Ms. Dhivya Ramasamy discussed Perumalda’s art works and explained the techniques used by him. Dr. D. Sathish, an alumnae of Aravind handled a session on cartoon drawings. 33 participants took part in the workshop. Drawing competition was organised for staff members from across the centres. Of the 130 entries received, the best three were selected as winners. Apart from this, the best drawing from each Aravind centre was also announced.
Remembering Perumalda
August 7-11, 2021
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