Recognition & Accolades
A journey marked by excellence and dedication to the arts, recognized by prestigious institutions across Karnataka.
View Full Timeline →Karnataka Lalit Kala Academy Award
1994Mysore Dasara Art Exhibition Award
1989Gadag District Rajyotsava Award
2008
B.S. Desai
B. S. Desai (b. 1965) is a distinguished contemporary visual artist based in Hassan, Karnataka. Originally hailing from Talikote in the Vijayapura district, he gained widespread recognition with his celebrated 'Yogadarshana' series. His work often bridges the gap between traditional Indian philosophical concepts and modern visual language.
Curator's Picks
Critical Acclaim
"B.S. Desai's work may be called the landscape of his soul. It is a soul that is sensitive to the subtle nuances of nature, and which translates them into a language of colors and forms that is both personal and universal."
Keshav Malik
Padmashri, Art Critic, New Delhi
"Desai's paintings are not just visual experiences; they are emotional journeys. His command over the medium and his ability to evoke deep feelings through abstract forms is truly remarkable."
C.S. Krishna Setty
Former Chairman, Lalit Kala Akademi