Kala Aur Kalakar - Laxman Pai  - Oil on canvas

 Artist of the month Laxman Pai ....

Born in Margao, Goa, Laxman Pai received his Diploma in Art from JJ School, Bombay, 1947. He worked as a teacher in J.J. School, Bombay, until 1951 and later became the Principal in the Goa College of Art from 1977-1986.

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“Always follow the natural paths of creation, the growth of forms and their function; that is the best way to learn. Perhaps you may through nature arrive at the point where you can create on your own. Then one day you yourself will be a part of nature; you will be able to create as she does……”