(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Demonstrating its support and encouragement of art in Oman the Khimji Ramdas Group is hosting an exhibition by Australian artist David Wills
The art expo titled 'Traditional Oman' was inaugurated by H H Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said Advisor to His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said recently at Bait al Baranda gallery.
Pankaj Khimji director Khimji Ramdas said 'As avid appreciators of art the Khimji Ramdas Group welcomes any opportunity to encourage an awareness and appreciation for fine art in Oman. Exhibitions such as these also highlight the rich and diverse beauty of Oman which provide abundant inspiration for artists.'
The exhibition features 32 works that showcase the rustic beauty of Oman. This is Wills' third expo over the three decades that Oman has been his home.
A self-professed 'old fashioned' artist Wills' work is chiefly realistic art with much emphasis on the technique and draftsmanship of painting. Not one to care about 'awards or any recognition' Wills says his work is appreciated by Omani nationals who are familiar with his work.
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