Achyuthananda B

Achyuthanand B. is a Davangere-based visual artist whose creative path is deeply rooted in his family lineage. Born to the late Sri B. Hanumantacharya, a respected artist and teacher, and the late Smt. Shakuntalamma, he grew up surrounded by artistic expression. His childhood was shaped by the sights of large clay Ganesh idols, wooden deity sculptures, POP works, and the rich world of drawings, oil paintings, and watercolors created by his father. These early impressions cultivated in him a natural love for art, and as he matured, he devoted himself fully to mastering the craft. Alongside his visual artistry, he also inherited his father’s passion for music and continues to practice Hindustani music with dedication.

He pursued his formal art education in Davangere, completing his Diploma in Applied Arts (D.A.A.) in 1995 with second rank in the college — an early recognition of his discipline and skill. With ambition and curiosity driving him forward, he moved to Mumbai to begin his professional journey, taking up a role as an artist in an advertising agency. This phase exposed him to the fast-moving world of visual communication and sharpened his creative versatility.

Seeking new challenges, Achyuthanand later relocated to Pune, where he advanced into a leadership role as the head of the creative department in an advertising agency. Over four years, he supervised conceptual design, developed visual strategies, and guided teams — gaining both managerial strength and deeper artistic refinement. During this period, he continued to explore multiple mediums, creating works in watercolor, acrylic, oil, and sculpture, while strengthening his foundation in applied arts.

Currently serving as an art teacher, he balances education with his personal practice, creating portraits, realistic artworks, and nature-inspired pieces across diverse media. His participation in numerous art camps reflects his commitment to learning, sharing, and evolving within the artistic community. Blending inherited tradition with contemporary experience, Achyuthanand stands as an artist who carries forward his father’s creative legacy while cultivating his own distinct identity in the world of visual arts.

Karnataka International Artists Village charitable Trust® welcomes creators from Painting, Sculpture, Poetry, Music, Architecture art, theatre, Dance & performance , Performing arts, Film, Pottery, woodwork, Mural art, Writers, digital media art and indigenous cultural artforms etc. We embrace both ontemporary artists and traditional heritage artisans from across Karnataka and India. If you belong to any creative craft—modern or ancestral—this village is your space to grow, preserve, and celebrate art.

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President KIAVCT (R), Trustee

Ex-President, Karnataka state drawing teachers association(R) | Educationist | Cultural reformer | Architect of art movements.

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Dr. Appasaheb Ganiger

Founder/secretary KIAVCT (R), Artist, Trustee

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B. S. Desai

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Govardhan K

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B. R. Roopa

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Chitta Jinendra M.M. Jain

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Multidisciplinary artist & founder Chitta Arts Studio, Who transforms imagination into sculptures, cinematic sets, and timeless paintings that bridge heritage & contemporary art.

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Achyuthananda. B

Renowned Artist, KIAVCT (R) Trustee

Davangere-based visual artist and educator blending inherited tradition with modern realism across painting.

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Veerayya. K. Vantagodimat

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K A Shankarachari

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A Bengaluru-based artist & art teacher inspiring students since 2008. Community supporter through his role in the KSDTA & by creating art frames for great artists.

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Ashok N. Naik

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Artist and educator blending creative vision, discipline, and mentorship into a lifelong journey of cultural service.

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Shobha R

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