Jayanta Meher, born on 13 June 1986), is a young Artist of Odisha Pattachitra painting. He was born in Sonepur and lives in Bolangir, Odisha.[2][better source needed]
Jayanta Kumar Meher | |
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Born | (1986-06-13) June 13, 1986 (age 36) Sonepur, Odisha |
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Alma mater | Sambalpur University[1] |
Occupation | Artist (Painter) |
Parent(s) | Kailash Chandra Meher, Laxmi Meher |
Jayanta Meher is the younger son of famous artist Padmashree Kailash Chandra Meher. He learned painting from his parents. All members of his family are well-known artists.[3][4]
He was 10 years old when he started learning this craft. He won the Master Craftsman National Award in the year 2001. He participated in many exhibitions across India and abroad.[5][6][7]
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