ITANAGAR, Feb 5: Jackie Bodo, President of the Arunachal Akademi of Fine Arts (AAFA), has been chosen to embody the artistic spirit of Arunachal Pradesh at a prestigious national-level workshop hosted by the Indian School of Business (ISB) in Mohali, Punjab. The 7-day painting workshop, scheduled from February 9 to 15, 2025, promises to unite visionary artists from across the nation.
Jackie Bodo, a professional artist hailing from Bodo Village, Sawa Circle, under Chayangtajo, East Kameng District, has previously had the honor of representing Arunachal Pradesh at a national-level workshop organized by IIT Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, in 2019.
He completed his Master of Fine Arts from Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya University, Chhattisgarh, in 2017, and has since passionately pursued his profession. Currently, he holds the position of President at Arunachal Akademi of Fine Arts, which was established in 1994.
His selection for this esteemed workshop underscores his significant contributions to the field of fine arts and reflects the growing recognition of Arunachal Pradesh’s artistic talents on the national stage. His participation is expected to inspire aspiring artists from the region and further promote the rich cultural heritage of the state.
