About Gopal Samantray
Born on 3rd July 2015
Gopal Samantray, earned his B.F.A and M.F.A from B.K College of Art, Odisha in 2002 and 2004 respectively. His work is mainly inspired by nature and he indulges in figurative, surrealist work. Gopal was an artist ever since his school days, but his artistic style evolved after he stayed in the forest which was ridden with famine and occupied with Naxalites, this part of his life showed nature in its most beautiful and horrible form which would shape his artistic journey for years to come.Gopal has been a part of over 15 group shows and has held a solo show. His work has garnered him awards and recognitions from organizations such as Trust for Regeneration of Environment and Economy (TREE) and Rashtriya Lalit Kala Kendra, Orissa.

Academics
MFA