Vishnu Kala Arts Mysore (Mysore Paintings)

Vishnu Kala Arts Mysore (Mysore Paintings)

Mr. Vittal Rao of Vishnu Kala Arts from Mysore invited me to witness his grand collection of Mysore Style of Paintings. He had organized the painting exhibition and sale in Kalamandir, a few months ago.  

Maharaja of Mysore

Maharaja of Mysore
Painting of Maharaja of Mysore (Sold by Vishnu Kala Arts)

Rukhmini Kalyana

Rukhmini Kalyana
Painting of "Rukhmini Kalyana"

Kurukshetra War Paintings

Kurukshetra War Painting
Kurukshetra War Paintings

Statues made of brass

Brass Items

Brass Items

Brass Statues
Brass Statues

The collection consisted of both new and old paintings, some of them more than 100 years old. There were some brass statues as well. Every item exhibited was a valuable souvenir. Shopping in Mysore is complete when you take home a souvenir.

I am working on a project titled “places to visit in Mysore”, it’s going to be filled with loads of photos with brief information. Follow the link and let’s explore together.  

What else you can do in Mysore?

Well, you can visit Mysore Palace, Zoo, Chamundi Hills and if you are foodie, try the Hotel Hanumanthu Mutton Pulav. Are you a vegan? Then you should try Mylari Masala Dosa. There is lot to shop as well, follow “Shopping in Mysore.” 

Keep glued to the label “Mysore” for everything from the city of the palace. All photographs in this post were clicked with Sony A5100. 

Important Points:

Kalamandir in Mysore is a popular venue where cultural programs are hosted frequently. 
Vishnu Kala Arts is within the Jaganmohan Palace complex where you can buy souvenirs.  
Location: Jagan Mohan Palace Road, Subbarayanakere, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India

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