Background
After studying up to 7th standard, with the support of his father and family members, Gudigar started sculpting in wood as per family practice.
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Ashok Gudigar
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He studied sculpting for several years under the guidance of Devalakunda Vadiraj in Bangalore, and there he developed expertise in other mediums such as bronze, clay, ivory, plaster of Paris, granite, soapstone and others
Career
He hails from Sagara, Shimoga District, Karnataka, India, and lives in Bangalore. He was also involved in development of traditional art in association with "Koushalya", an art platform. He has participated in International sculpture festival arranged in England during 1998.
Achievements
Awards
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Kamaladevi Chattopadhya Vishwakarma Award - 1986 for Ganesha idol of black stone State award for "Rama Pattabhisheka" -wood work - 1989. National Award (1992) for "Venugopala" statue, Surahonne wood work. Rajyotsava Award by Government of Karnataka - 2010.Kamaladevi Chattopadhya Vishwakarma Award - 1986 for Ganesha idol of black stone State award for "Rama Pattabhisheka" -wood work - 1989. National Award (1992) for "Venugopala" statue, Surahonne wood work. Rajyotsava Award by Government of Karnataka - 2010.