Gallery Sumukha Art Exhibition In Residence At The Quilon, Buckingham Gate, London 8th � 19th February 2006

Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces, Indus Tours and IndiaTourism are delighted to reveal a new generation of Indian art here in London. A feast of talent, courtesy of Gallery Sumukha, Bangalore will be exhibited at The Quilon, SWI from 8th to 19th February 2006.

On Wednesday 8th February a special preview night will be attended by esteemed artists Manish Pushkale, Laxma Goud & Rayis Komu. Each bring vivid experiences of their native country to the table; Pushkale who portrays the Jainist sect through abstract form; Goud through his teasing erotic depictions of middle class situations and Komu through boundary breaking installations.

During the event, highly acclaimed artist and curator, Balraj Khanna will appraise this powerful collection in dialogue with Art Historian, Savita Apte.

Guests will also have the chance to take a piece of art home, by bidding in a live auction of paintings by Laxma Goud and Paresh Maity. All proceeds will be donated to support art education for one deserving overseas student in the UK.

The Gallery Sumukha exhibition explores the consciousness of modern India, with 27 artists contributing their own perceptions of this ever evolving and intoxicating culture. India�s rising social economy, religion and class hierarchy are represented through graphic print, expressionism, cubism and abstract form. Also consistent throughout each work is a sense of pride in India�s rich heritage defined through varied mediums of copper relief, watercolour, acrylic and oil � the combination of which makes for a truly powerful visual impact.

It is only fitting that Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces � a brand which is inextricably linked with the preservation of Indian heritage, should join forces with specialist Indian art tour operator Indus Tours and IndiaTourism to pioneer the growth of a new art generation.

Art lovers can also further their knowledge of India through dedicated painting tours in Rajasthan and Southern India, offered by Indus Tours. Launching from November 2006, guests embark on a 14 day trip, accompanied by acclaimed artists from the U.K. Interpreting the palaces of Rajasthan or the lush backwaters of Kerala, there will also be an opportunity to view private art collections, meet with artists in residence and privately tour the Taj properties � all of which showcase collections of fine antiques and intricate interiors.

The �Feast of Indian Art� exhibition will be showing daily at The Quilon, from 10am to 7.30pm.

To receive an invitation please call Nomi Kakoty at ZFL PRCo on tel: 0207 259 1106 or Judith Watson at Indus Tours on tel: 0207 372 7732 or visit the Quilon website: www.quilon.co.uk.

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Gallery Sumukha Based in Bangalore Gallery Sumukha was established in 1996 and is dedicated to promoting awareness of Indian contemporary art through a cross section of media in and outside of India

Indus Tours and Travel Ltd Established in 1995 by Yasin Zargar, Indus Tours has been specialising in holidays to India for over 10 years and runs a highly successful painting holiday programme �A Brush with Excellence� to destinations all over the world. Passionate about their destinations, they believe that their success comes from having an in-depth knowledge of their destinations, thus allowing them to compile more varied itineraries, both on and off the beaten track. Offering a highly personalised service, they pride themselves in delivering exceptional holiday experiences. They also operate specialist programmes to Sri Lanka, Tunisia and Morocco. www.industours.co.uk

India Tourism India Tourism London is part of the Department of Tourism, Government of India. Its prime aim is to promote tourism to Incredible India from both the UK and Ireland by targeting the travel trade, media and consumers. www.incredibleindia.org

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces Established in 1903, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of South Asia�s largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 56 hotels in 39 locations across India with an additional 17 international hotels in the Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, UK, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Rajput palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed the centenary of its landmark hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, Mumbai. Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is part of the Tata Group, India�s premier business house.

The Quilon The Quilon Restaurant and Bar � sister restaurant to one of London's favourite Indian restaurants, the Bombay Brasserie � is London's most cosmopolitan and chic Indian restaurant and bar. Using only the freshest of ingredients, it serves southern coastal Indian cuisine with modern health dishes. Quilon is owned by Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces www.quilon.co.uk