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BIO DATA - K.P. VEEZHINATHAN
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K.P. VEEZHINATHAN |
| Father's Name |
Sri. Acharya N.Panchapagesan |
| Permanent Address |
60/80, Mettu Street,
Kumbakonam-612 001,
Tamilnadu. (India)
Tel : 0435-2423961
Mobile : 9944532723
e-mail : sastra1000@yahoo.com
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| Nationality |
Indian |
| Date of Birth |
15-08-1951 |
| Academic Qualification |
B.A. |
| Practicing Art |
1. Temple Architecture.
2. Gold, Silver and Bronze Icons of Hindu Gods.
3. Sheet Metal Relief Work.
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| Family Background |
Grand Father
Brahmma Sri.K. Vaiyapuri Acharya (1855-1929) a genius in the field of temple construction, temple cars and sheet metal relief works. His major works in Andhra and Tamilnadu temples (Tirupati, Madurai, Rameshvar and Kumbakonam etc.,) are considered as precious art treasures. Silpa Sastra scholars and traditional architects are still remembering him with reverence.
Father
Brahmma Sri. Acharya N. Panchapagesan (1925-998) A well-known Vedic and Silpa Sastra scholar, sculptor, painter and writer. His research works on Rig-veda and Silpa Sastras are widely admired by scholars. He was an authority in the study of ‘Social History of South Indian Architects’. He had Written two books about South Indians artists and their tradition.
Brother
Brahmmasri. K.P. Umapathy (1956) an expert in the field of Iconography, and Silpa Sastras. Presently he is translating and editing a Silpa text along with his brother.
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Some of the major projects
Competed by the candidate
along with his brother
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- 23 ft Dwaja stampa for Shri Muthalamman Temple, Pondichery.
- Gold Kavacham for Shri Rajeswari Temple, Mumbai.
- Silver Kavachan for Sri Venkataramana Temple, Udupi.
- Gold Kavachan for Sri Ram at South Indian Bhajan Samaj, Mumbai.
- Silver Kavcachan for Sri Sankarji Temple, Mumbai.
- Brozone Garuda- Vahana for Sri Perumal Temple, Kallupatti.
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| Present work |
Silver doors with Dasavathara panels according to Silpa Sastras and Vedic concepts for a temple.
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| Contribution to traditional Silpa |
Revival of traditional drawing :
A unique style of drawing followed by the
hereditary architects of South India, is vanishing.
The candidate doing extensive research to revive the same, along with his brother
Sheet metal relief work : It is another traditional art needs attention. As per the wishes of his father, he along with his, brother revived the art by making intricate figures as per traditional drawing, methods and tools.
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| Present Academic Research |
Critical Edition of Sakaladhikara Silpa Sastra with English translation, traditional commentary and illustrations.
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| Area of Specialization |
Temple Architecture, Iconography and Vedic- literature.
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| Honors |
Silpa Kala Semmal-Tittle awarded by Viswakarma Vaidika Samaj, Vellore.
Best Craftsman award by Govt.of Tamilanadu.2002-2003
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| Practical |
To revive ancient Silpa style drawing.
To revive and develop traditional sheet metal relief work.
To train young students under ‘Guru Kula’ System.
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| Academic |
To edit and publish rare Silpa texts with traditional commentary.
To study Vedas and Silpa Sastras comparatively.
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BIO DATA - K.P. UMAPATHY ACHARYA
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| Name |
K.P. UMAPATHY ACHARYA |
| Father's Name |
Sri. Acharya N.Panchapagesan |
| Permanent Address |
60/80, Mettu Street,
Kumbakonam-612 001,
Tamilnadu. (India)
Tel : 0435-2423961
Mobile : 9944532723
e-mail : sastra1000@yahoo.com
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| Nationality |
Indian |
| Date of Birth |
04-06-1956 |
| Academic Qualification |
Doing PhD (University of Madras, Dept. of Sanskrit)
M.A.
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| Area of Specialization |
Theory and practice of Hindu Architecture, Iconography and Sheet Metal works.
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| Ongoing Projects |
Construction of three new temples and renovation of two temples near Kumbakonam.
Construction of a Devi Temple with lime mortar-without using steel and cement. Near Kumbakonam
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| Present Academic Research |
Critical Edition of Sakaladhikara Silpa Sastra with English translation, traditional commentary, and illustrations.
Editing "Silpavidya Rahasyopanishad – a rare text on Hindu architecture and iconography to be published by Academy of Sanskrit Research, Melkot.
Editing and reviewing the Iconography chapters in Samaranganasutradhara to be published by IGNCA New Delhi.
Doing Doctorate (University of Madras, Department. of Sanskrit). The topic of research: Sakaladhikara Silpa Sastra
– a critical analysis.
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| Some of the major projects |
Renovation of Sri Ayyanar Temple, Soraikkavur. (2008)
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| Completed by the candidate along with his brother |
23 ft Dwaja stampa for Shri Muthalamman Temple, Pondichery.
Gold Kavacham for Shri Rajarajeswari Temple, Mumbai.
Silver Kavacham for Sri Venkataramana Temple, Udupi.
Gold Kavachan for Sri Ram at South Indian Bhajan Samaj, Mumbai.
Silver Kavcacham for Sri Sankarji Temple, Mumbai.
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| Honors and Rewards |
Best Artist Award by Govt. of Tamilnadu, 2004
Shanta Prasad Award for outstanding excellence in traditional knowledge and skill. (Craft Council of India), 2008
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| Recent Research papers and Lectures |
University of Madras, Department of Sanskrit, Chennai.
National Seminar on Agamas - in Theory and Practice. 28th to 30th January 2009.
Topic : Agamas and Silpa Sastras.
University of Pune Advanced Centre for Sanskrit Studies, National Seminar on Sanskrit Manuscripts & Manuscriptlogy, Pune. Feb 19th 21st 2009
Topic : Rare Silpa manuscript and temple architectural drawings.
University of Madras, Department of Sanskrit, Chennai.
UGC National Seminar on Vedangas and Their Modern Relevance. 8th to 10th March 2009.
Topic : Astronomy and Architecture.
Rastriya Sanskrit University, Centre of excellence Programme, Tirupati. 3rd to 5th June, 2009. Workshop on "Scriptural Gallery".
Students of Indian origin from Europe, Far East and US
Joint program by Ministry of External Affairs and CII. 1 January 2, 2008
Topic : Spirituality and Indian architecture.
Dartmouth University, USA. "Global leadership program for leading corporate executives (British Telecoms, Wall mart, Colgate etc) at Chennai. 19th January 2008
Topic : Indian architecture and sculptures
13-15 June 2008.
Ananthacharya Indological Research Institute, Mumbai.
Seminar on The philosophy, Architecture and Iconography in Pancaratra Agamas.
Topic : Iconometry of Avataras-Forms of Vishnu as per Pancaratra Agamas.
29th-30th March 2008
The Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute, Chennai.
Seminar on Religion and Philosophy of Vaishnava Agamas 20-22nd March 2008.
Topic : Vaisnava Iconography: Comparative analysis of Agamas and Silpa Sastras.
O/O the Development Commissioner (handicrafts)
Ministry of Textiles, Chennai
Seminar on Metal Handicrafts of India
Topic : Silpa Sastras and Modern sculptures
19-20th March 2008.
Indra Gandhi National Centre for Arts, New Delhi
Seminar on the Theory and Practice in the Agamas
Topic : Amsumad-bhedagama: Iconographical Composition of Lord Siva
14th -16th March 2008
Academy of Archaeology and Science of Ancient India
(AASAI) Coimbatore.
Seminar on "Lakshmi in Art, Literature and Religion" 12th and 13th July 2008.
Topic : Lakshmi - Iconography and Iconometry.
The Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute, Chennai. 19th August 2008.Endowment Lecture.
Topic : "Manifestation of Siva Through Silpa Sastra"
Tamil Heritage, Chennai.
Topic : Mamallapuram - Durga Iconography.
6th December 2008
International Ayurveda Convention on Ayurveda and Arogya Expo -2008,
Coimbatore. 21st - 24th August 2008.
Topic : Vastu Sastra - Temple Architecture and Iconography
Academy of Sanskrit Research, Melkot (Mysore)
National Workshop on Multi Dimensional Potential of Research of Sanskrit
20th June 2007
Academy of Sanskrit Research, Melkot (Mysore)
September 22-24, 2007
Lord Sri Narasimha in Art, Religion & Literature
Topic : Lord Narasimha: Iconometry and Compositional principles.
Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam
16th February 2007
Seminar on Indian Aesthetics.
Topic : The Design concepts in Indian Painting
Sri Parasakti College, Courtalam)
Seminar cum workshop on Natural dyes-Dept of Botany
8th February 2007
Keynote address : Temple Paintings and natural dyes
Sanskrit and Cultural Research Centre, Pune
10th October 2006
Topic : Contribution of Viswakarmas to Indian sacred Architecture
Madras Christian College, Chennai
Department of Tamil- Tamil Research Form 12th September 2006
Topic : The concept of Hindu architecture and iconography
Davidson College, USA and Madras Christian College, Chennai
12th September 2006
Special lecture to US students : Introduction to Indian Architecture, Cosmogony, and Iconography
University of Madras, Dept. of Tamil Literature, Chennai
National seminar on Mural Paintings
March 31st and April 1, 2006
Topic : Technical terminology of Paintings in Silpa Sastra.
National Sanskrit Universities, Tirupathi
National seminar on scientific terminology in Sanskrit
February 24-25, 2006
Topic : Anatomical terminology of Iconography
Indian Institute of Technology, (IIT), MUMBAI
Industrial Design Centre, Post-Graduate students
11th October 2006
Topic : Viswakarma heritage and traditional design concepts.
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| Family Background |
Grand Father
Brahmma Sri.K. Vaiyapuri Acharya (1855-1929) a genius in the field of temple construction, temple cars and sheet metal relief works. His major works in Andhra and Tamilnadu temples (Tirupati, Madurai, Rameshvar and Kumbakonam etc.,) are considered as precious art treasures. Silpa Sastra scholars and traditional architects are still remembering him with reverence.
Father
Brahmma Sri. Acharya N. Panchapagesan (1925-998) A well-known Vedic and Silpa Sastra scholar, sculptor, painter and writer. His research works on Rig-veda and Silpa Sastras are widely admired by scholars. He was an authority in the study of ‘Social History of South Indian Architects’. He had Written two books about South Indians artists and their tradition.
Brother
Brahmmasri. K.P. Veezhinathan Achary (1951) an expert in the field of Iconography in metals, traditional drawing and Silpa Sastras. Presently he is translating and editing a Silpa text along with his brother.
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| Contribution to traditional Silpa |
Revival of traditional drawing :
A unique style of drawing followed by the
hereditary architects of South India, is vanishing.
The candidate doing extensive research to revive the same, along with his brother
Sheet metal relief work : It is another traditional art needs attention. As per the wishes of his father, he along with his, brother revived the art by making intricate figures as per traditional drawing, methods and tools.
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| Practical |
To revive ancient Silpa style drawing.
To revive and develop traditional sheet metal relief work.
To train young students under ‘Guru Kula’ System.
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| Academic |
To edit and publish rare Silpa texts with traditional commentary.
To publish research papers on comparative studies of Vedas and Silpa Sastras.
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K.P. Umapathy Acharya |
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Madras. 19/10/1995
Dear Brother Sri. Umapathy,
It is very good of you to attend along with your brother for the First National Seminar on Viswakarma Sahitya Academy held at Udupi on 15th instant accepting our invitation. Your speech in the academy was thought provoking and thereby you proved beyond doubt that you are the son of illustrious scholarly father. My congratulations.
The secretary,
Akhila Bharata Sahitya academy, Madras.
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