Discover the life and achievements of Shova Brahma, an eminent Indian painter, sculptor, writer, and art pioneer. Born in 1929, Brahma’s journey from a village in Assam to becoming a celebrated artist is inspiring. Learn about his education at Shanti Niketan, his contributions to art and literature, his role as Principal of the Government College of Fine Arts, and his numerous exhibitions and awards. Shova Brahma’s legacy continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide.
Shova Brahma
Shova Brahma-Brief Life Sketch
Shova Brahma (Sobha Brahma) was a renowned Indian painter, writer, sculptor and pioneer in the field of art.
This great artist was born on 18th October 1929 in a backward village called Bhumka in present-day Gosaigaon of Kokrajhar district. His father’s name was Haricharan Brahma and his mother’s name was Devashri Brahma.
Shova Brahma was educated in the primary school of his village. After this, he matriculated from Chapatgram High School, Dhubri in 1950 with a letter mark in History and enrolled in Guwahati College. From an early age, Brahma dreamed of becoming a painter and sculptor. Shova Brahma enrolled in the Shanti Niketan in Calcutta, founded by Rabindranath Tagore, and returned to Assam in 1958 with a bachelor’s degree in art.
Coming to Assam, he started teaching at Tarini Charan High School and engaged in creative work. He had two goals in his creative life. The first was the establishment of the College of Fine Arts in Assam, the second was the creation of a unique art form by studying the culture, art and public life of the various ethnic groups in North-East India. Despite his poverty and extreme lack of money, he continued his relentless efforts to creativity. On 31 January 1964, he was appointed the Principal of the present Government College of Fine Arts. Along with his busy working life, he used his sculptures to inspire all irrespective of race, language and colour. His every painting was like a book. In 1965, his paintings and sculptures were first exhibited at Guwahati District Library. After that, his works were exhibited in Shillong, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia and other places in the country and abroad.
Apart from painting and sculpture, he was also instrumental in the creation of literature. After retiring from the post of Principal of the College of Fine Arts in 1989, he immersed himself in literary writing. His published books include ‘Silpakalar Nava Prajanma, Godan Uji, Leonardo-da-Vinci, Roses and Gold (English), Khanthayali’ (Bodo) etc.
Shova Brahma was able to get various awards for his work from the state level to the national level. This great artist passed away on March 5, 2012. 0 0 0
Shova Brahma-FAQs
Here are some frequently asked Questions with Answers on Shova Brahma:
1. Who was Shova Brahma?
Shova Brahma, also known as Sobha Brahma, was a renowned Indian painter, writer, sculptor, and pioneer in the field of art.
2. When and where was Shova Brahma born?
He was born on October 18, 1929, in the village of Bhumka, located in present-day Gosaigaon of Kokrajhar district.
3. What were the names of Shova Brahma’s parents?
His father’s name was Haricharan Brahma, and his mother’s name was Devashri Brahma.
4. Where did Shova Brahma receive his early education?
Shova Brahma was educated in the primary school of his village and later matriculated from Chapatgram High School, Dhubri, in 1950.
5. Where did Shova Brahma pursue his higher education in art?
He enrolled in Shanti Niketan in Calcutta, founded by Rabindranath Tagore, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in art in 1958.
6. What were Shova Brahma’s two main goals in his creative life?
His two main goals were the establishment of the College of Fine Arts in Assam and the creation of a unique art form by studying the culture, art, and public life of various ethnic groups in North-East India.
7. What position did Shova Brahma hold at the Government College of Fine Arts?
He was appointed the Principal of the Government College of Fine Arts on January 31, 1964.
8. Where and when was Shova Brahma’s first exhibition held?
His first exhibition of paintings and sculptures was held in 1965 at the Guwahati District Library.
9. In which cities and countries were Shova Brahma’s works exhibited?
His works were exhibited in Shillong, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, and other places in India and abroad.
10. What other contributions did Shova Brahma make apart from painting and sculpture?
He was also a literary writer, with published books including ‘Silpakalar Nava Prajanma,’ ‘Godan Uji,’ ‘Leonardo-da-Vinci,’ ‘Roses and Gold’ (English), and ‘Khanthayali’ (Bodo).
11. When did Shova Brahma retire from his position as Principal, and what did he do afterward?
He retired in 1989 and then immersed himself in literary writing.
12. What awards did Shova Brahma receive for his work?
He received various awards from state and national levels for his contributions to art and literature.
13. When did Shova Brahma pass away?
Shova Brahma passed away on March 5, 2012. 0 0 0
N.B. Â The article ‘Shova Brahma-Brief Life Sketch’ originally belongs to the book ‘Introduction to World Personalities‘ by Menonim Menonimus.
Books of Composition by M. Menonimus:
- Advertisement Writing
- Amplification Writing
- Note Making
- Paragraph Writing
- Notice Writing
- Passage Comprehension
- The Art of Poster Writing
- The Art of Letter Writing
- Report Writing
- Story Writing
- Substance Writing
- School Essays Part-I
- School Essays Part-II
- School English Grammar Part-I
- School English Grammar Part-II..
Books of S. Story by M. Menonimus:
Books of Biography by M. Menonimus:
- The World Writers-Brief Biographies
- Introduction to World Writers
- Introduction to World Personalities
- Love of Reputed Persons ..
Related Search:
