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Artist Statement:
I grew up on the African
continent near the equator in
a picturesque town called
Jinja. It is located in
Uganda, East Africa, on the
bank of river Nile and lake
Victoria. This is where I
received my initial
inspiration to be an artist
and capture nature's grandeur
at ...
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Ramnik Velji Biography:
| Biographical information for Ramnik Velji can be found below. The artist may choose what information to display. Sometimes the artist chooses not to display personal information to the general public. |
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Age
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66
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| Gender |
Male
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| Status |
Married
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| Children |
3
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| Religion |
Christian |
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| Education |
Graduate Degree |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
Walking, reading and drawing |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Watercolor
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Contemporary Art - (Now)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Rembrant
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| Favorite Work of Art |
Mona Lisa
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
Africa's natural beauty and native culture |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
I was inspired by my art teacher who encouraged me to explore my talents and take it to a higher level. |
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| Your Personal Biography |
Ramnik grew up in a scenic town Jinja, in Uganda, on the bank of white Nile and Lake Victoria. Nature, people and native cultures were his true inspiration. Early in his career he was mentored by a very accomplished artist Mr. Joshi. Through his guidance he developed a unique style for water colors and charcoal renderings including land scapes, sea scapes, still life, figuratives, abstracts etc., to name a few. Ram has visited galleries all over the world and studied works by great masters. Ram's artwork is aquired and displayed by university library, company executives and private collectors. Ram is often commisioned to do charcoal family potraits. |
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