Mysore/Mysuru, Feb. 19 -- Excellence in basics key to success, says Animation expert B.N. Vichar

Renowned Animation expert B.N. Vichar has advised students that excellence in art demands a strong foundation in the subject and continuous efforts to learn new dimensions in the field.

He was speaking after inaugurating a workshop on 'Sculpture and Printing Art' and an exhibition of student paintings at Chamarajendra Government College of Visual Arts (CAVA) in Mysuru recently. Vichar emphasised that basic knowledge is crucial in any discipline and said the training received at CAVA plays a vital role in pursuing a career in animation.

"A computer is only a tool; artistic skill has its own importance. Students should also learn by observing...