We take the greatest pleasure in inviting you to be our esteemed guest at the opening preview of Life is a Candy: Delightful Paintings by Stéphane Delaprée and Pon Ragunathan, at 7pm on 20 February 2009 (Friday) at The Gallery of Gnani Arts(The Regent Singapore, #01-05). Kindly view the attached e-invite and the exhibition details below.

Life is a Candy is a duet exhibition of delightful paintings by French-born Canadian artist Stéphane Delaprée and South Indian artist Pon Ragunathan. Stéphane, a popular artist who resides and paints in Cambodia, has charmed many with his very own successful concept of ‘Happy Painting’; the representation of a colourful,idealistic world. Pon Ragunathan, an accomplished senior artist who resides in the Salem District of Tamil Nadu ( South India ), has enthralled many with his portrayals of the unassuming innocence of rural life.

The obsessively-vibrant hues and humourous subjects in Stéphane’s paintings are a strong contrast to the warm earthen tones and robust figures in Pon Ragunathan’s paintings. However, an optimistic perspective towards the act of living, is indeed one undeniable common trait that is evident in the art by both Stéphane and Pon Ragunathan. And this, the artists exude with great individuality, despite their differing cultural scenarios.

Guest-of-Honour for Exhibition Opening Preview:
Dr Gil Schneider, LL.M., Programme Director - MA in Art Business, Sotheby’s Institute of Art, Singapore

Exhibition Opening Preview:
Feb 20 2009 (Fri) 7 pm

Dress Code:
Bright & Cheery