Ramesh Menon's Clicks and Writes

Dear Readers,

Due to time constraints, I have streamlined all my blogs to one common point.

Kindly therefore bookmark and visit,

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Regards,

Ramesh Menon

Navarasas by Kalanilayam Gopi Aashan

Navarasas by Kalanilayam Gopi Aashan

To know more about his performance, please visit:

http://talentshare.blogspot.com/search/label/Kalanilayam%20Gopi

Lavanasura Vadham Kathakali by Kalanilayam Gopi Ashaan - an evening of delightful performance on the occasion of Keraleeyam 2010 by KALA Abu Dhabi.

Lavanasura Vadham Kathakali by Kalanilayam Gopi Ashaan - an evening of delightful performance on the occasion of Keraleeyam 2010 by KALA Abu Dhabi.

Thayambaka

Keli by Kalamandalam Shivadas and troupe.

On chenda - Kalamandalam Shivadas, On Madhalam - Kalanilayam Prakashan, On Chengala - Kalanilayam Rajeev, On Elathalam Kalanilayam Babu

Inaugural function of Keraleeyam 2010

Photos of the performance by Potent Shinz (member Passionate Photographers group)

Photos of the performance by Saleem Abu Alyazia (member Passionate Photographers group)

Lavanasura Vadham Kathakali by Kalanilayam Gopi Ashaan - an evening of delightful performance on the occasion of Keraleeyam 2010 by KALA Abu Dhabi.

KALA ABU DHABI organized “KERALEEYAM-2010” - as part of the inaugural function of newly elected Managing Committee for the year 2010-11 on 24th of June Thursday evening at India Social & Cultural Center, Abu Dhabi.

A delightful Kathakali performance by renowned Kathakali artist and guru Sree Kalanilayam Gopi Asan and his team was the attraction of the evening for the packed auditorium of ISCC main hall. A thayambaka, Keli and Mohiniyattam dance performances added to the list of memorable performances of that evening.

The Kathakali was based on the story “Lavanasura Vadham” , a section from Ramayana where where Rama is ruling after duly completing his 14 years in exile. A casual conversation of his two sub-ordinates, a washerman and his washerwoman, where it appeared as if there is a black mark on the purity of Sita who had spent a few months alone in Lanka under the custody of Ravana. The washerman tells the washerwoman that I will not take you back in my house if you spend a single night outside even though our King Rama took back his wife Sita. The word spread around of this conversation and although, this comparison is quite unjust, Rama, respecting popular opinion decided to send Sita into the forest. Sita was pregnant and also contemplating to visit some sages in the forest and take their blessings. Sri Rama requested Lakshmana to leave Sita in the forest and come back. The unsuspecting Sita was left in the forest but fortunately near the ashram of Valmiki. Valmiki took Sita into the ashram and consoled her. Soon Sita delivered twins. Sage Valmiki named them Kusha and Lava. He taught them all the sciences and arts of the time. And they grew up with the sage. At that time, in the nearby forest lived a demon called Lavanasura. He was terrorising the sages who lived there. They complained to Rama who sent his brother Shatrughna to deal with the demon. Shatrughna kills the demon. Then starts an Aswamedha yaga in which a decorated horse was sent out followed by a mighty army led by Shatrughna. The horse came near to Valmiki's ashram. Lava and Kusha tied up the horse, and fought with Shatrughna and defeated him. Rama also came for battle but went back without fighting.

Rama then asked Hanuman to bring the Horse. However Lava and Kusha tied up Hanuman (rather Hanuman allows himself to be tied up) and brought him to Sita. Sita was astonished and immensely happy to see Hanuman. She ordered him to be released from the knots. Hanuman enquired about the well being of Sita and also told her that Rama had made a statue of Sita for completing the yaga rites. This made Sita happy. Hanuman went back happily with the Horse.

Artists:

Hanuman – Kalanilayam Gopi Aashan
Seetha – Kalanilayam Vinod Kumar
Lava – Aishwarya Gopi
Kusha – Kavya Pushapangadhan
Chenda - Kalamandalam Shivadas
Madhalam - Kalanilayam Prakashan
Music & Chengala - Kalanilayam Rajeev
Elathalam - Kalanilayam Babu
Chutti – Janardhanan
Commentary, and presentation by : Kalanilayam Dr. Rajeev

It is the fourth time that KALA Abu Dhabi is bringing Kathakali performance to the art lovers of UAE. The enthusiasm and interest by organizers convey a message that this traditional art form of Kerala will have many more stages in future. Utilising this opportunity a demonstration and Kathakali Pada Kacheri was held by Thiranottam in Dubai on Friday and a similar programme was held at Abu Dhabi Malayali Samajam. Both programmes were attended by large number of Kathakli enthusiasts and the narration by Kalanilayam Dr. Rajeev, an oncology specialist working with Regional Cancer Centre Trivandrum was a boon to many to understand the art form and create added interest to the novice.

The action photos of this post were captured by Potent Shinz and Saleem Abu Alyazia admins of Abu Dhabi Photographers Club group on Face Book.

Looking forward to many more performances by Guru Kalanilayam Gopi Ashan and troup in the region.

You may also read an interview with him at:

http://athaani.blogspot.com/2010/07/blog-post.html


Those who wish to contact him and book for performances, may contact him on the following address:

Kalanilayam Gopi
Sreevalsam
Sangameswara Avenue
West Nada Irinjalakuda
Thrissur Dist
Kerala, India
Tel: 0944 76 733 82 / 0480 2828 382
E-mail: gopisreevalsam@rediffmail.com

Workshop in Pottery Decoration by Sangya Jindal organised by ILA and ISCC Abu Dhabi

Workshop in Pottery Decoration

The Indian Ladies Association and the India Social & Cultural Centre Abu Dhabi jointly hosted the Pottery Decoration Workshop on 2nd June 2010 at ISC Premises at 4.30 pm

This collaborated effort received an overwhelming response and was very well appreciated.

Ms. Sangya Jindal demonstrated various techniques in the Pottery Decoration. This was a hands-on workshop wherein some of ILA and ISC Members exhibited their unique talents.

Children also had a good time and displayed their creativity.

Such collaborations foster the feelings of friendship and harmony amongst the members and should be encouraged.

A few photos from the worskhop:

ILA President Ms. Jonia Mathew, ISCC Abu Dhabi President Mr. Thomas Varghese and Ms. Sangya Jindal

Participants at the workshop

Participants at the workshop

Participants at the workshop

Participants at the workshop

Participants at the workshop


Workshop in Pottery Decoration

The Indian Ladies Association and the India Social & Cultural Centre Abu Dhabi jointly hosted the Pottery Decoration Workshop on 2nd June 2010 at ISC Premises at 4.30 pm

This collaborated effort received an overwhelming response and was very well appreciated.

Ms. Sangya Jindal demonstrated various techniques in the Pottery Decoration. This was a hands-on workshop wherein some of ILA and ISC Members exhibited their unique talents.

Children also had a good time and displayed their creativity.

Such collaborations foster the feelings of friendship and harmony amongst the members and should be encouraged.

Those interested in participating at ILA activities may contact ILA at 02 6330182.

Greetings and good wishes to Talent Share Member - Rhea Philip

Greetings and good wishes to Talent Share Member - Rhea Philip
who celebrates her birthday today, 25th January.

38th UAE National Day greetings from Talent Share

38th UAE National Day greetings from Talent Share

Photography competition on Environment

Photography competition on Environment

One day drawing painting workshop at Abu Dhabi

Better Photography - Photographer of the Year 2009

Better Photography - Photographer of the Year 2009




Better Photography - Photographer of the Year 2009

The contest is open to Indian citizens, including NRIs, and there is no fee. In case someone finds it difficult to send entries in the form of prints, they can be uploaded to www.canvera.com/betterphotography.

There is also a separate Young Photographer of the year Awards for photographers who are 18 years or below. Better Photography believe in upholding the copyrights of the photographer, so we have maintained our rules for fair usage, unlike many other contests.

Also of interest to all of you may be the Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards, the first of its kind.

Good luck to all the photographers out there.

AL AMEER SCHOOL AJMAN, BE TRIUMPHANT THE OKINAWA CUP UAE NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP

AL AMEER SCHOOL AJMAN, BE TRIUMPHANT THE OKINAWA CUP UAE NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Ajman: June 8th 2009 The first Okinawa cup UAE National Karate Championship was held on 6th June 2009 at West Minister School Dubai. About eleven students from Al-Ameer English School, Ajman took part in the competition and almost all the participants came out with flying colours. The Al-Ameer team, under the guidance of the team manager, Mr. Asmar and the coach and chief referee of the competition, Mr. Lewis Tito, bagged 10 medals, two gold medals, seven silver medals and one bronze medal. The Al-Ameer team became the champion in the school level. The winners were appreciated by the Principal Mr. S. J. Jacob and the Vice Principal Mr. Aboo Saleh.

Gold Medal for fighting was secured by Ann Shanvin Tito(Mumbai, KBI world Karate silver medalist) and Navdir Nidal, Silver medal for fighting was claimed by Ann Alena Tito, Narayanan Abhinandan, Samrood Bayoth and Mohammed Hashim Sekuni.

Silver medal for kata: Narayanan Sudarshan, Siyad Abdul Karim and Ann Shanvin Tito.
Bronze medal for Kata: Mohammed Kader Askar

All the above mentioned students from Al-Ameer English School, Ajman celebrated their glorious victory with much pomp and triumph.

http://www.alameerschool.com/Home/LatestNews.aspx?NewsId=49

Sony SHOOTOUT - Visit and rate the photos

Sony SHOOTOUT - Visit and rate the photos






Dear Friends,

It is time to Rate. Visit: http://shootout.sony.co.in/gallery.aspx

Sony India is conducting a photography competition with three themes Style, Smile and Moves.

As usual I have submitted a few photos from my collection. Participating in such competitions keeps me alive and give inspiration to do more socially useful things in future. It is also an opportunity to reach you all in a different way and see how we rally around as a Team for a winning cause.

The photos were taken at Ernakulam, Rishikesh, Irinjalakuda, Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Please therefore take a few minutes and visit and rate the photos. You have to register in the site using your email id to rate the photos. It is also an opportunity to upload photos from your own collection and be one of the contestants.

Thank you in advance and have a great day.

Ramesh Menon

"EXPRESSIONS" - Painting Competition for children at ISCC Abu Dhabi

"EXPRESSIONS" - Painting Competition for children at ISCC Abu Dhabi

ISC is conducting a drawing and painting competition for ISC it's Members and Families.

The competition will be held on 08-05-2009 from 11.30 am to 1.30 pm.

Competition will have 6 different age groups. Those who wish to participate are requested to fill in the attached entry form and the same can be e-mailed to insocial@emirates.net.ae or fax it to 02- 6732899, on or before 6th may 2009.

Entry forms are also available at ISC reception.

The Competition is open to ISC Members and Families Only

a. Group 1- below 5 Years - Colouring Only
b. Group 2- 5 to 7years -Colouring only
c. Group 3- 7 to10years -Draw &colour
d. Group 4- 10 to14years -Draw & colour
e. Group 5- 14 to18years -Draw & colour
f. Group 6- 18 and above -Draw & Colour

Happy Vishu

Happy Easter

Talent Share Year-End Fest 2008

Act now and SHARE your child's creative talent to the world around. Send their works with the following details to team1dubai@gmail.com before 30th December 2008:

Name:
Date of Birth:
Class:
School:
Place:
Parents Name:
Contact Telephone No(s):
Contact address : e-mail
Contact Address by Post:

37th UAE National Day - competitive opportunities for children

One-day Workshop in Painting

One-day Workshop in Painting

Yuvakalasahithy is organizing a free One-day Workshop in Painting for students of all ages. Since this is a highly creative workshop, it will only be open to students with a basic knowledge of art and who have an aptitude for painting and drawing. The workshop will include live demonstration and in-depth training by renowned artist Mr. Pramod Kumar.

Entry forms have to be taken and confirmation of participation have to be made at least two days before the event by contacting Mr. Sunilraj on 050-4978 520.

We look forward to your active participation and total support for this creative event.


Place: Emirates National School, Sharjah
Date: 2nd December 2008
Time: 9 am onwards
Contact: Sunilraj, Mobile: 050-4978 520

On the Spot Painting Competition

November 14th - Children's Day

November 14th - Children's Day




In India, Children's Day is celebrated on November 14. This date marks the birth anniversary of independent India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru as he was very fond of children. Children's day is celebrated on this day in recognition of his lifelong passion and work for children.

Children's day was first celebrated worldwide in October, 1953, under the sponsorship of International Union for Child Welfare, Geneva. The idea of Universal Children's Day was mooted by late Shri V.K. Krishna Menon and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1954. 20 November is Universal Children's Day. First proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 1954, it was established to encourage all countries to institute a day, firstly to promote mutual exchange and understanding among children and secondly to initiate action to benefit and promote the welfare of the world's children. 20 November is the anniversary of the day when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959. The Convention on the Rights of the Child was then signed on the same day in 1989, which has since been ratified by 191 states.

from WIKEPEDIA