Museum of Natural History
Meeting God...
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In continuation of my efforts in popularizing art of Tanjore paintings, I was invited to provide a demonstration of how the paintings are created. As part of the Meeting God, Elements of Hindu Devotion's public program, I demonstrated the art of Tanjore Paintings at
The American Museum of Natural History, New York on Sunday September 30th, 2001 (1-4pm)check out http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/meeting_god/index.html for details
The American Museum of Natural History, New York on Sunday September 30th, 2001 (1-4pm)check out http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/meeting_god/index.html for details
Great turnout...
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I was pleasantly surprised by the turn out, as many foreigners and Indians spent time with me trying to understand this traditional art form
Lord Ganesha Explained..
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There was one elderly lady who was very thankful to me when I explained the story behind why Lord Ganesha had an Elephant's head !
Meriam Lobel - My Friend....
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I am extremely thankful to Meriam Lobel, my very good friend who made this event happen. It was indeed a very moving and thrilling experience. She is shown in the picture on the left, talking to me