Archive · 30 May 2025
Botanical Illustrator Showcases Endangered Species Art in Chennai
Suresh Ragavan, a botanical illustrator, is displaying his paintings of endangered species.
He uses art to help protect these plants and animals.
His exhibition in Chennai shows detailed pictures of plants and birds, especially those in the Western Ghats.
He carefully paints every part, from tiny leaf veins to bird feathers.
The illustrations help scientists and show the public how important it is to save these creatures.
It shows how art can help science and protect nature.
Botanical illustrator Suresh Ragavan has a solo exhibition featuring his artwork.
The exhibition includes 157 illustrations displayed at the DakshinaChitra Museum.
Ragavan's art focuses on detailed depictions of endemic and endangered species.
He has illustrated over 157 endangered bird species in the Western Ghats.
The illustrations highlight the importance of conservation through art.
- Who
- Suresh Ragavan, a botanical illustrator.
- What
- An exhibition of botanical illustrations focusing on endangered species.
- When
- Open until June 2, 2025
- Where
- Kadambari Art Gallery, DakshinaChitra Museum, Chennai.
- Why
- To document and raise awareness about endangered species through art.
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- Exhibition Location
- Chennai, India
- Exhibition Venue
- Kadambari Art Gallery, DakshinaChitra Museum
- Exhibition Ends
- June 2, 2025
- Medium
- Watercolors on paper
- Illustrator's Experience
- 33 years
- Number of Paintings on Display
- 157