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title: "Varun Rao: Live Art Exhibitions and Painting Events in Bengaluru"
description: "Explore Varun Rao's art journey through live painting events, exhibitions, and art camps in Bengaluru. Discover unique acrylic portraits and his signature art style."
canonical: https://mytribe.in/vartoons/custom-paintings/my-journey-as-an-artist-events-exhibitions
last_updated: 2025-09-04
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# Art Exhibitions and Live Shows by Varun Rao in Bengaluru

Tribe Verified · Exhibited at Chitra Santhe and ITC Gardenia

By [Varun N Rao](https://mytribe.in/vartoons) · Ships from Bengaluru across India · ₹3,500 per artwork (estimate)

Part of [Custom Paintings](https://mytribe.in/vartoons/custom-paintings). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/vartoons/custom-paintings/gallery)

Painting is not just about the hours spent in a studio. It is about being out in the world, sharing stories, and connecting with people. Here is a look at my recent art camps, live exhibitions, and community events across Bengaluru.

## Photos and videos

- ![Here I am at a 3-day art camp in the beautiful natural surroundings of Wayanad. It was a refreshing retreat filled with art, learning, and connecting with other artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1129a237-763c-4d36-8f59-36eedb5d95e1)
- ![Doing a live painting at a showcase organized by ArtMantram at ITC Gardenia. On the eve of Teacher's Day, I chose a theme focused on books and reading.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ee35c974-6540-47ad-b3d9-8616c2d9b922)
- [Video: A wonderful introduction by Smt. Jija Hari Singh, founder trustee of ArtMantram, during the 'Artist of the Week' showcase. Her words of encouragement mean a lot to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7454a9b0-bf89-49da-af05-d9d117cd24b0)
- [Video: A fun rapid-fire interview I did with ArtMantram. It’s a quick way to get to know more about my inspirations, my favorite things to paint, and my journey as an artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7922581f-3eff-4454-98aa-1e36d8fe9fab)
- ![Participating in 'Ripples', an art event for a sustainable Bengaluru. Here I am working on my piece about the connection between the city and its water resources.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4e955df9-ccba-46c0-88c3-ae5e345bc982)
- ![My stall at the Chitra Santhe 2023, a massive art festival in Bengaluru. It's always an amazing experience to display my work and interact with thousands of art enthusiasts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2fd6c250-0da5-4dcb-9b4e-2659292db06a)
- ![With my wife at an art exhibition organized by Vasantha Arts. It's always special to have her support at these events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c4bdfe3-b0cc-4eb6-9146-78a237fc5c21)
- ![Holding my completed painting from the Wayanad art camp. The event was a fantastic opportunity to learn and create in a relaxed environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f1a5c20-11a3-4df4-8108-d34fb9b2a5c3)
- ![My wife watching as I work on a piece during the art camp. Her presence is always a great support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a80d07fb-a4e6-46af-be9b-f98c922ebfb5)
- ![With friends and family at the Vasantha Arts exhibition, standing by my displayed works.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/05ea7ae5-727b-4b28-b337-b35be4473420)
- ![A collection of my paintings on display at the Bengaluru Art Gallery for the Vasantha Arts exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f368594-a6d9-4a4c-a3c9-750c08414139)
- ![Posing with a visitor next to my paintings at the ITC Gardenia showcase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a946bb9-16ae-4156-8d11-8ed32f07cdaa)
- ![My work-in-progress painting, 'The Writer's Table', at the live art showcase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8a8108f-2b02-4768-9529-bf9c0025761d)
- ![A wide view of my paintings exhibited at the beautiful ITC Gardenia.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bce34de-834e-4d82-806a-02c29db0ae15)
- ![With another guest at the ArtMantram event. It's wonderful to discuss art with people who appreciate it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33715906-b613-4c48-a6f7-188c7624f2b4)
- ![A solo shot with my exhibited paintings at the ITC Gardenia.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2803e094-7d1c-4985-91d0-b1dc4326fad0)
- ![Another view of the exhibition setup at the hotel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bf96d2e-c640-4500-9484-f10c2adf9258)
- ![Posing with one of the event organizers at the showcase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9553ace5-31db-4e19-80d2-4d22629648ac)
- [Video: A short video where I give a tour of my artworks on display at the ITC Gardenia, explaining the stories behind my candle-light series, portraits, and more.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ede117c6-221d-49ed-aa4d-9c88d8b4dac2)
- ![With my completed painting at the 'Ripples' art event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1bff3ca-32ee-460a-8bd4-6937c7a1da9e)
- ![A close-up of me painting during the sustainability-themed art event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1e1796e-f868-4e51-9492-9b9c5492b903)
- ![My painting displayed outdoors with works from other talented artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f102543c-838c-4bac-b8be-0aff20b33af1)
- ![Explaining my artwork to Dr. Chiranjiv Singh at the Vasanthotsava cultural festival inauguration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83b62328-0feb-4c8f-894e-0382ac6d184a)
- ![With friends at the Vasanthotsava exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef38b855-2f61-44a9-a733-15111e5147be)
- ![With a fellow art enthusiast in front of my 'Yellove' painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb31d8dd-e3bd-48f0-93b2-4cc0646b7b2f)
- ![A proud moment, standing next to my painting at the Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d58ce745-919e-4a8e-a110-10bce5177a31)
- ![Another shot of me interacting with a guest at the Vasanthotsava festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea23788d-51fd-4437-ada7-d2a16b70113f)
- ![Posing with my wife beside my painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9176789-396b-48b1-8e63-18537285e4d4)
- ![A solo picture with my exhibited work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5a002e15-e984-4063-9d0a-e6855c570ebe)
- ![More friends visiting the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b86731bf-2d7d-41fe-bd56-6fd0883d4db0)
- ![Glimpses from a group art exhibition at IIWC India, showing a variety of my works on display.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aa05a0e7-2941-4b3b-9e2c-4b12916aa4f7)
- ![A selfie with friends who came to support the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/baea89cb-1e22-4ff6-a2ec-83036acd6882)
- ![Another view of the gallery space at IIWC India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c193c950-3102-4df5-b17f-433fd8b75049)
- ![With a friend and fellow artist at the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4e7d78f5-9339-4946-a533-878f2e8ca27a)
- ![Happy to have friends visit and appreciate the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b4065eb-edb8-43c9-955c-07f41f512bc2)
- ![More happy moments with visitors at the gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e0b22d1-c374-424a-807b-823264885617)
- ![Connecting with other art lovers at the IIWC exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/575db623-424d-473b-badf-4ec653aa611d)
- ![A selfie with visitors at the Rangoli Metro Art Centre exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33b4f10e-b1e2-4f72-8811-e6eb32a4bea9)
- ![My collection of paintings displayed at the Rangoli Metro Art gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/320e35a0-df9e-44d1-8f31-26106c2917d3)
- ![Standing with my displayed works at the Art.o.naut group exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06622b9a-9a8c-4014-bc8e-b03b36c2864a)
- ![Another photo from the Rangoli Metro Art exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c253c1a-3485-456b-bf20-58eaa86a0c2f)
- ![With a fellow artist at the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7f1329b-8984-4e36-8412-1ac3f7649304)
- ![More friends and family visiting the gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02fd6f6b-ced9-429d-863a-c7951ccf13e8)
- ![Another view of my paintings on the gallery wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44f4808f-4ba0-4659-a299-5fd2332d6d67)
- ![A happy selfie with visitors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07ed3475-d9da-4351-9d29-f810980ce187)
- ![More smiling faces at the art show.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ee245f3d-69e0-4a39-8f32-06d664088949)
- ![A family enjoying the artworks on display.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e729e665-3324-4d6e-8c73-50712b9913e2)
- ![Visitors taking a closer look at my candle-light series.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/186f5efd-55dc-452a-b7d9-a907204f15fd)
- ![A selfie with my wife and a friend at the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e7783a4-9e23-49a3-8e7f-dfeccd05ee93)
- ![A wide shot of the bustling Rangoli Metro Art gallery during the exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a5446015-49c2-4971-9150-aa16a54773b8)
- ![My paintings on display at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath for a conference on Music Therapy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c19a18f-13c2-4808-b418-95d047c7bad1)
- ![With a delegate from the conference who appreciated the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a9c12e2-8b9a-4567-9b92-637869e69f87)
- ![My series of candle-light paintings hung together at the CKP gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00984f09-2c58-4afe-927e-3876e711f6c3)
- ![Visitors and delegates discussing the artworks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73893bfe-8459-4c51-8c0d-63e29705f715)
- ![A group photo with visitors at the CKP exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97b13eac-bcab-4e65-9e71-79217f8a3c65)
- ![A display of my abstract and spiritual paintings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b64bbfe2-447a-449f-a09b-23c94b92f3bf)
- ![Another group of happy visitors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e9c3223-b446-4be2-9be1-657b1470b268)
- ![An art enthusiast pointing out details in one of my paintings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3f0f945-0e62-4db0-9251-0f7aa1f71c0c)
- ![With one of the esteemed guests at the conference.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/120431ef-e994-439d-96e0-6dcc33e2bacd)
- ![A clear shot of the three candle-light paintings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10e45ab5-b9ed-4f59-85b9-2c7bf517daa7)
- ![With more attendees from the Music Therapy conference.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4f4b758-6289-43bc-96e9-46a38b9fadd7)
- ![My wife with a happy customer who purchased her first abstract painting at Chitra Santhe. A proud moment for us!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/031b69c7-1ab6-434a-9b44-087073a82be0)
- ![A crowd of people browsing the art at my Chitra Santhe stall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f8f92b5-3d58-48a3-8ff9-8aad850f9e2d)
- ![Interacting with potential customers and talking about my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fbdfc99-2497-43e8-a822-fed4aa7bca2b)
- ![A full view of my stall setup at Chitra Santhe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56590f63-ff61-4ed7-a8e2-460ccfc9b0ff)
- ![More interactions with visitors at the art fair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e72a4dea-9ed9-4689-86bb-add472dc88bb)
- ![A happy customer with his new painting from my stall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b69dcd4-4107-42fe-8566-1b052d1ffe0f)
- ![My wife helping manage the stall at Chitra Santhe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b0fb99d-db58-4f05-9b7e-303547d5a430)
- ![The bustling atmosphere of the art fair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2f613c3-7ac7-40a6-8707-2ba9e2c47d21)
- ![Another shot of the crowd at my stall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78ec33d8-d4ee-4957-b6d0-03cf0458e89d)
- ![A visitor posing at our stall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7313ac93-983b-4397-abb8-1224d9a84a86)
- ![A selfie with my wife and the happy new owner of her painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4cddb5a4-2fac-4168-9719-bc287ed52c5e)
- ![Explaining the different styles and stories of my paintings to interested visitors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/276eccf2-9741-4bf5-b519-9762f3de4f72)
- ![A group photo with the esteemed faculty of the College of Fine Arts during a Teacher's Day felicitation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a38de41-3b69-43a3-87d6-a09fb8be6170)
- ![Children curiously looking at the artworks during an exhibition at our apartment's clubhouse.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3dac8d3c-bef4-4734-a6d3-247ea0d94b63)
- ![Interacting with neighbors and friends at the local exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed7e980f-0f92-4ae0-b594-be31884ba38b)
- ![A visitor taking a closer look at my paintings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33844bd9-f93e-4a65-997c-3f0ea8f8fa58)
- ![A candid shot of me enjoying the response at the clubhouse exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e07c30cb-7fb4-4244-81fd-99b4370d6b95)
- ![The full display of my work at the Ganesha Festival cultural event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff1ff6df-c55f-495f-ba36-d38c5a81faab)
- ![With my completed painting for the Independence Day event at ITC Windsor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66219261-a9b2-4643-8740-0f31abea2b1b)
- ![A smiling shot of me working on the Independence Day painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3463dc9-731a-4b97-869f-abcbe3ff307d)
- ![An organizer from ArtMantram checking in on my progress during the live painting event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcf386ae-17d8-4edc-9013-a16cea9e95ef)

## About My Journey as an Artist: Events & Exhibitions

Live painting at events like the ArtMantram showcase at ITC Gardenia or engaging with crowds at Chitra Santhe is where my art really comes alive. It is not just about the canvas, it is about the conversations I have with fellow artists and visitors while I work. When someone stops by to watch a brushstroke or ask about my light and shadow technique, that interaction often finds its way into my next piece.

### Beyond the Studio
My journey is not limited to the quiet hours in my home studio. Stepping out to participate in art camps, like the retreat at Tapovan Farmhouse in Wayanad, is how I recharge. These camps are essential. They connect me with other artists, offer a chance to swap techniques, and provide a much needed break from my engineering work.

### Live Art and Exhibitions
Whether it is a sustainable art event at Orion Mall or a dedicated showcase at the Bengaluru Art Gallery, I thrive on the energy of a live audience. I have found that my light and shadow style, which I usually perfect in solitude, takes on a new dimension when I paint in public. People ask questions, share their own stories, and sometimes, those interactions inspire my next subject.

### Connect and Collaborate
I enjoy being part of the vibrant art scene in Bengaluru, from large festivals like Chitra Santhe to intimate exhibitions with groups like Vasantha Arts. If you are organizing an event and need a live artist, or if you simply want to visit an upcoming showcase to see my work in person, reach out. Let us connect and share the joy of art.

## About Varun N Rao

I am Varun, an engineer by day and an artist by every other spare moment. I did not go to art school, but events and camps have been my classroom, where I have learned as much from other artists as I have from my own brushes.

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