Jayanta Meher

Jayanta Kumar Meher
Born (1986-06-13) 13 June 1986 (age 40)
Sonepur, Odisha, India
EducationSambalpur University
OccupationArtist (Painter)
Parent(s)Kailash Chandra Meher, Laxmi Meher

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.[better source needed]

Early life and family

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.

Career

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.

References

  1. ↑ "Sambalpur University, Odisha". Archived from the original on 2013-06-07. Retrieved 2013-08-08.
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