Mukta Venkatesh
| Mukta Venkatesh | |
|---|---|
| Born |
May 1902 Madras, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Died | 2003 (aged 101) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Known for | Painting |
Mukta Venkatesh is an Indian painter. She is renowned for her innumerable floral paintings.[1]
Early life
Mukta Venkatesh was born in Madras, Tamil Nadu to A. Madhaviah, a renowned writer in Tamil and English. She was the third of the eight children.
As a child, she drew whatever subject that fascinated her. Looking at her talent, her father appointed Ms Hope of the Madras School of Art, as her drawing teacher.
Career
Mukta Venkatesh used to paint flowers in the morning.[2] She did a lot of floral paintings in Mysore.
Personal life
Mukta was married to M. Venkatesh of Mysore Railways. They have two daughters.
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