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Art GalleryThe Pleach India Foundation with its physical center at Vijayawada has been a vibrant hub for art and culture, offering art shows, workshops, lectures, and more. Art gallery at the center showcases works of renowned artists and offers a variety of programs for all ages and interests. From art education to community engagement, we keep the spirit of creativity alive.
Group Show by Telugu World Artists Art Society
17th Apr
A five-day group exhibition showcasing a variety of artistic styles was conducted. Established masters like Teevee (T. Venkat Rao) and Thota Vaikuntam along with young talents participated.
Exhibition features works by Andhra Pradesh and Telangana artists and includes abstract, landscapes, nature scenes, human figures, devotional pieces, or even nudes.
Painting by Sri S.V. Rama Rao
14th May
Eminent artist S.V. Rama Rao (Padma Shri Awardee) inaugurated the exhibition, emphasizing the importance of nurturing young talent and was also gracious enough to draw the beautiful piece as a gift to the gallery.
Group show by Machilipatnam Art Academy
26th May
A vibrant art exhibition got the spotlight on local talent from Machilipatnam. The three-day show featured works by budding artists from the Machilipatnam art school, alongside established painter Mohan Krishna.
Solo Show ‘Mystic Mountains’ S. Vijay Kumar
4th June
The Telugu World Artists Art Society presented a four-day exhibition of ‘Mystic Mountains’, a collection of paintings by renowned artist S. Vijay Kumar. The event served as a platform to appreciate the rich artistic heritage of the region.
6 day Group Art Show
4th-9th July
In association with Vijayawada Art Academy was organized. Around 30 artists showcased their artworks in various mediums. The exhibition featured both traditional and modern styles and offered glimpses into the artists' emotions and perspectives on life.
Telugu World Artists Art Society
11th-15th July
Showcased women artists in association with Telugu World Artists Art Society (TWAAS) in a Women Artists Group Show. This exhibition explores 42 women artists with masterpieces from their collection. Works focussed on nature and human life.
Group Art Show by Navarang Art Academy
8th Aug
Showcased sixty captivating artworks. The expo stood out with its sheer volume and the strong presence of women artists. Art enthusiasts were treated to a beautiful display of artistic talent and diverse themes.
Art Beyond Boundaries
17th-19th Oct
A three-day artist camp brought together 12 renowned artists from Telangana to celebrate the universality of art and showcase the power of artists to transcend borders. Jointly organized by M/s BSR Infratech India Ltd and Srinivasa Hatcheries at our Cultural Center. The proceeds from the art sales, a remarkable Rs. 12 lakhs, were donated to support the development of Amaravati, the new capital city of Andhra Pradesh.
Art Residency by Jeong JA Seo
19th-21st Nov
Three-day art residency program of Ms. Jeongja Seo, a renowned artist from the Korean Fine Arts Association was held. This initiative marks the beginning of cultural exchange between the CCVA and the Korean Fine Arts Association. Ms. Seo's visit is the first step in this exciting collaboration, paving the way for future opportunities for artists from both Andhra Pradesh and Korea.
Solo art show & art residency Prof. Sisir Sahana
25th Jan
Celebrated artist Sisir Sahana organized an exhibition of Paintings and Glass Sculptures and conducted a workshop on Wash technique and Glass technique at the CCVA.
Group Art show by Artmate
20th Feb
Over 60 talented young artists from Artmate School showcased their works. This three-day expo, titled ‘Budding Colours, features a vibrant display of paintings, portraits, landscapes, and still life pieces created by these enthusiastic students.
International Mother Tongue Da
21st Feb
The A.P. Department of Language & Culture and GVR Music College, Vijayawada together arranged an art workshop & exhibition and celebrated Mother Tongue Day in an artistic way.
Passion of Art show
25th Feb
4 day art show ‘Passion of Art’ by artist Redon SK (Satyam) was organised. Landscapes, life and abstracts, graced the gallery walls, each piece reflecting the vision of the artist.
Chiguru Paintings camp
26th Feb
One day Art Training Programme for Children at Vijayawada saw plenty children in large numbers participating excitedly.
Art Training for Street School Children
3rd Mar
One day Art Training Programme was held for Street Children at Street Kids Children Village (SKCV) Vidya Vihar, Bhavanipuram, Vijayawada. Under its extension programme called ‘Art From Gallery to School’ by Artist and Vice- President of Vijayawada Art Society imparted training to the kids.
Show by Women Artists
5th Mar
Special Exhibition for Women Artists and Artisans was organised on the eve of International Women’s Day Celebrations. Young artist Kareema Tabassum displayed artworks and Minakshi Women Arts & Crafts welfare society arranged women’s crafts show including Kondapalli Toys.
SHG Handicrafts Expo at Cultural Centre
8th Mar 2016
3 day Handicrafts Exhibition by Dwcra Women in association with NABARD, Meenakshi Arts & Crafts welfare Society and Veeramma Talli Agriculture SHG Women Arts and Crafts producers company was organized. Variety of handicrafts such as paper and clay jewelry, designs with coffee powder, lacquer ware, Jute bags, embroidery, needle work, glass art, wall hangings, decorative table tops, and ornamental gift items were on display.
Scrap Sculpture Camp
25th-28th Mar
The camp was sponsored by the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) at the Vehicle Depot, Vijayawada and had a participation of 28 Artists from various places of India. Scrap sculptures representing birds, animals and geometrical patterns were created in good numbers.
Art workshop by V. Rama Krishna
26th-27th Mar
Two day workshop on Wood-Cut Art and Printmaking was held by renowned artist V. Rama Krishna at the art gallery.
Summer Art Camp for School Children
25th-27th Apr
An Art camp-cum-training class for school children was conducted in association with Visva Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal, The school children received artistic guidance from Visalakshi Dass and Gautam Paul, who addressed the students' needs to discover their creativity in in basic drawing, painting and craft making.
Teresa Paintings Expo
3rd Sept
An exhibition of art works on Mother Teresa on the Eve of Canonisation of the Mother was held. Art works of several budding young artists were on display.
Meenakshi Arts & Crafts Expo
14th-15th Dec
A two Day Arts & Crafts training cum exhibition was organized jointly by the Department of Language & Culture, Govt. of AP, Meenakshi Arts & Crafts welfare Society. Demonstration in Tanjore painting by B. V Srujan, Senior Artist was a special attraction of the exhibition.
Group Art Expo ‘Art at Amaravati’
28th Dec
42 artists entitled ‘Art at Amaravati’ was organized jointly by the Amaravati Visual Art Society and Department of Language and Culture, Govt. of AP. Eminent artists and Sculptors included Giridhar Goud, Mrutyunjaya Rao, Sandhya Sankar Patnaik, V. Ramesh, Bm Dass, T Sivaji, N. Sridhar, Santi Sri Manda Srinivas displayed the artworks showcasing journey of the creative minds.
Sila Virraju Art Expo
21st Jan
A two day solo Art Show of Senior Writer and Artist, Sila Virraju was inaugurated.
Art Show at Cultural Centre
04th-09th Mar
A Six day art exhibition of Konduru Nageswara Rao was organized. Rao's paintings depict everyday scenes from our life alongside religious figures like baby Ganesha and Buddha.
A week long blindfold art show
20th-26th Apr
Artist Redon Satyam of The Carla Arts Welfare Society, was the first man in Andhra Pradesh to hold a blindfold art show at CCVA. Eleven of his abstract paintings were showcased which were Inspired by French symbolist artist Odilon Redon.
5 day Art & Craft Camp for School Children
26th-30th Apr
A five day Art & Craft Camp for School Children was held. The programme included two days workshop in Paper Mache Masks, two days workshop in Art (Thematic Illustration) and a One Day Workshop in 3D Clay Modeling.
Art Residency by Jeong JA Seo
6th Sept
Ms. Jeong JA Seo, Korean Fine Arts Association participated in an Art Residency at the Cultural Centre of Vijayawada.
4 Day art show by K. S. Vass
3rd-6th Dec
More than 100 abstract paintings 'Blithe Spirit' by K.S.Vass, were showcased. All the artworks reflected different styles and themes.
‘Sunrise at Vistas’ art residency and exhibition
24th-30th Jan
A seven day art residency cum show ‘Sunrise at Vistas’ curated by Vikas Kumar Saxena from ‘Empowerment’ was held. The artists created beautiful artworks that reflect an amalgamation of current trends and rich tapestry of Indian culture.
Exhibition by Malaxmi Scholar & Artist V. Ramakrishna
31st May-3rd June
Eminent artist V. Ramakrishna was honoured on successful completion of his Solo Show, ‘Titinis Art Show’ in Singapore. The 4 day Art Residency showcased Urban Scapes in acrylic colours on canvas in the studio of the CCVA Gallery.
Urban Sketches
10th-31st Jan
Urban Sketchers, Singapore in association with The CCVA organized an exhibition of Sketches of 29 Villages of capital Amaravati Villages.
Chithram Sudheer Art Exhibition
23rd Feb
Women Artists group show ‘Chitramukhi’ organised by Chitram Arts in association with Andhra Pradesh Creativity & Cultural Commission, showcased 100 artworks that reflected various women related themes on canvas. Art works focussed on the dormant skills of the women through beautiful expressions.
Krishnashtami Art Exhibition by 44 artists
23rd Aug
Artists from Andhra Pradesh have displayed the artworks of Lord Krishna in various moods.
Photo Exhibition on Ganesha
1st Sept
Photo exhibition, showcased various forms of Ganesha in historical context (1st Cen BCE to 16th Cen CE).
Durga Aradhana Exhibition
23rd Sept
A photo exhibition of Goddess Durga as Mahishasura Mardini(1st to 18th century CE), was organized.
Expo on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Ideology
31st Dec
An Expo showcasing ‘Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Ideology and Vision towards a secular state and Dalith upliftment was held.
Eldorado Art Show
18th Mar
The Department of Fine Arts, Yogi Vemana University (YVU) held its annual Art Expo ‘Eldorado 2020’ showcasing the exceptional talent of the final-year BFA students. The show featured a diverse range of artworks by Kalyan, Manikanta, Narasimha, Ravi, Sankar, Somasekhar, Sowjanya Kumari, Suhasini, and Venkata Lakshumma.
The Feminine: Artist Abhijna Vemuru Kasa
24th-26th June
A very unique and interesting display of body art through photographs was conducted at the Attic, Malaxmi Courtyard, Hyderabad