A young Artist from Karnataka was born in 1974, Nipani, Maharashtra. Completed his Masters from 1993-1997 Art Master Degree, Bangalore University, Hubli. Specialization in Drawing. Adannavar’s stark yet vibrant style of art has been well received the world over. He works within oil on canvas medium. He has participated in many group exhibitions, mainly in Bangalore, New Delhi, USA, Canada, and London. He has also been awarded the Maharashtra state award, the Arihant Prashasti in Karnataka and numerous state awards. His works are featured in government and private art spaces in India and abroad.