Mysuru :

City artist S. Satyanaraya (55), who was actively involved in the fields of painting, film industry and commercial art for over four decades, passed away at his residence in Ramabai Nagar here yesterday.

He leaves behind his wife, a son and a daughter. Last rites were performed at the foot of Chamundi Hill yesterday.

Satyanarayana was one among the noted artists who have worked for the promotion of the art that is declining due to advent of technology. Satyanarayan, who was working at Mysuru’s Ratnam Arts, had also served at Murugan Arts, Classic Advertising Company, Rival Arts – Mumbai, Rangashala – Mumbai and Madras. He has also worked at several studios in Hyderabad. He was also credited for having created many banners, sign boards, stage works and cutouts of many film actors.

Condoled: Sri Kalanikethana School of Art, Vijayanagar 2nd Stage, has condoled his death.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home>  General News  / Tuesday , November 25th, 2014