Kala Bhavana

Kala Bhavana, located in Santiniketan, is a renowned institution that has significantly contributed to the artistic and cultural landscape of India. Established by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Kala Bhavana is a vibrant hub of artistic expression and learning, attracting students and art enthusiasts from around the world. The institution's commitment to nurturing creativity and innovation is palpable in its tranquil surroundings and inspiring architecture. The campus itself is a work of art, with its blend of natural beauty and purposeful design reflecting the emphasis on artistic expression and environmental harmony. Kala Bhavana is not only a place of learning but a melting pot of diverse artistic traditions and contemporary creative practices. The faculty comprises esteemed artists and educators who provide invaluable mentorship and guidance to the students, fostering a dynamic and supportive learning environment. The institution's rich heritage and legacy are evident in the depth and breadth of artistic disciplines offered, including painting, sculpture, graphic art, design, and art history. The emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and experimentation encourages students to push boundaries and explore new realms of creativity. Visitors to Kala Bhavana can immerse themselves in the thriving artistic community, attending exhibitions, performances, and workshops that showcase the boundless talent and creativity nurtured within its walls. The institution's contribution to the art world extends beyond its campus, with its alumni making significant contributions to the global art scene. Kala Bhavana stands as a beacon of artistic excellence and cultural heritage, embodying the spirit of creativity and artistic exploration. Its role in shaping the artistic narrative of India and beyond is indisputable, making it a must-visit destination for anyone passionate about the arts and their profound impact on society.

Kala Bhavana (Institute of Fine Arts) is the fine arts faculty of Visva-Bharati University, in Santiniketan, India. It is an institution of education and research in visual arts, founded in 1919, it was established by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Kala Bhavana was established in 1919.Although art historians have not been able to determine its exact date of foundation, it celebrated its centenary in 2019. Asit Kumar Haldar was an art teacher at Santiniketan Vidyalaya from 1911 to 1915 and was in charge of Kala Bhavana from 1919 to 1921. Upon its establishment in 1919, Tagore invited noted painter Nandalal Bose, a disciple of Abanindranath Tagore, founder of the Bengal school of art movement, to become the first principal of the institution. In the coming years stalwarts like Benode Behari Mukherjee and Ramkinkar Baij became associated with the college, and in time gave a new direction not just to the institution but also to modern Indian painting. At Santiniketan, the ideas of Rabindranath Tagore on art and teaching continued for a long time as a monumental model. Subsequently, they developed in the art arena of Santiniketan, the three pillars of ideas – Nandalal Bose, Benode Behari Mukherjee and Ramkinkar Baij.They together raised Santiniketan to a level of unique eminence in the field of modern art in twentieth-century India. In 1997, R. Siva Kumar, leading art historian, curated an exhibition, Santiniketan: The Making of a Contextual Modernism, at the National Gallery of Modern Art.The exhibition, brought together about a hundred works each of the four modern Indian artists, namely Nandalal Bose, Rabindranath Tagore, Ram Kinker Baij and Benode Behari Mukherjee on the centre stage and put the Santiniketan art movement into focus.[12] R.Siva Kumar argued that the "Santiniketan artists did not believe that to be indigenous one has to be historicist either in theme or in style, and similarly to be modern one has to adopt a particular trans-national formal language or technique.[citation needed] Modernism was to them neither a style nor a form of internationalism. It was critical re-engagement with the foundational aspects of art necessitated by changes in one’s unique historical position". Subsequently, as principal of Kala Bhavana, Dinkar Kaushik reshaped it for contemporary art practices. He invited sculptor Sarbari Roy Choudhury, Ajit Chakraborty, graphic artist Somnath Hore and painters Sanat Kar and Lalu Prasad Shaw to join Kala Bhavana as teachers. Amongst the many things he did to revolutionize the institution was to hold Nandan Mela.[14] On 1–2 December, Nandan Mela celebrates the birth anniversary of Nandalal Bose. “The students involve in various kinds of activities including art stalls put up by the Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics, Graphics, Design and Art History Departments. These stalls have artworks made by the students and teachers ranging from calendars to craft items, diaries, stationery, fashion jewelry, paintings, prints, saras (clay plates), and ceramics, wood and metal sculptures for sale at affordable prices.”

Kala Bhavana (Institute of Fine Arts) is the fine arts faculty of Visva-Bharati University, in Shantiniketan, India. It is an institution of education and research in visual arts, founded in 1919, it was established by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. In 2011, to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, Rabindra Chitravali was released, the four-volume set covered masters' painting oeuvre consisting of 1,600 paintings, from Rabindra Bhavana (another institution of the university) and Kala Bhavana collection, along with 200 paintings from other institutions across India.

A place to learn fine arts biswa bharati students. Although a bit disappointed as the place was kept close for tourists since lockdown. It must be open for all to feel the calmness of the atmosphere and the serenity where famous artists of India like Sri nandalal Bose, Sri abanindranath tagore taught. Only have to see the place from outside the barricade.