Krishna Reddy

Krishna Reddy (born Chitoor, Andhra Pradesh, 15 July 1925) is an Indian printmaker and sculptor.

Education

He studied at Vishva-Bharait University, Shantiniketan, West Bengal, from 1941 to 1946, with a degree in Fine Art. From 1947-1950, Reddy was head of the art section at Kalaksherra, Madras. From 1951-1952 he continued his studies at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College, University of London. It was here that he studied sculpture un Ossip Zadkine and Marino Marini in Milan and engraving under Stanley William Hayter in Paris.

Career

Considered a master in intaglio printmaking, Krishna Reddy has been guest professor at many top-ranking universities in the USA. He became an associate director at Hayter's Atelier 17 in Pads since 1965. Reddy received the Padma Shri in 1972. Reddy's technique and style have distinguished him as one of the best printmakers of the world. Reddy's prints are abstract. He creates subtle grid-like designs on his plates with intricate texturisations. The myriad complex colour that he introduces in prints are marked by a contemplative approach to the infinite mysteries of nature. [ [http://www.contemporaryindianart.com/krishna_reddy.htm Krishna Reddy ] ]

References

Bibliography

*R. Bartholomew: "Krishna Reddy" (New Delhi, 1974)