# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for the film premiere and art exhibition opening of Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam, featuring 2 original short films.About this Event is honored to present an exhibition of iconic Indian artists Laxma Goud and Thota Vaikuntam, featuring a curated collection of original paintings, prints, and sculptures available for private acquisition. As part of this rare opportunity to view their art in California, the gallery has also produced two original short films about each artist's unique voice and fascinating personal story. Join us Friday, May 1st for the film premiere and exhibition opening, or visit us over the weekend for exhibition viewing hours and additional screenings.Art Exhibition On View May 1 - 3, 2026:Film Premiere & Exhibition OpeningFriday, May 16 - 8 pmScreenings & ExhibitionSaturday, May 2 - Sunday, May 3Gallery open for viewing 11am - 6pmFilm Screenings at 11:30am & 4pmFilms:Zauq: The World of Laxma GoudTaken literally, the Urdu word “zauq” stands for taste, delight and aesthetic sense. For Laxma, it embodies the relish with which he lives every day.Thota Vaikuntam: The Making of the Telangana WomanThe artist takes us through the journey of creating his iconic Telangana Woman.Location:668 Ramona Street(Pacific Art League)Palo Alto, CaliforniaAbout the artists:One of India’s most distinguished contemporary artists, Laxma Goud is celebrated for his masterful line work and evocative explorations of rural life and intimacy. He works with exceptional versatility across painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and textile, bringing a distinctive visual language to each medium. In 2016, Goud received the Padma Shri, a prestigious civilian award presented by the President of India, for his contributions to fine art. His work is held in notable museum collections, including the British Museum (London, UK), the Peabody Essex Museum (Massachusetts, USA), and the National Gallery of Modern Art (New Delhi, India).Thota Vaikuntam is one of India’s most celebrated contemporary artists, renowned for his iconic depictions of the ‘Telangana Woman.’ Across paintings, sculptures, and prints, he renders rural Telangana life in bold colors and striking simplicity. Vaikuntam has received numerous awards, including the National Award for Painting from the Government of India in 1993. His work is held in notable museum collections, including the Peabody Essex Museum (Massachusetts, USA) and the National Gallery of Modern Art (New Delhi, India).
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palo-alto/living-legends-—-laxma-goud-and-thota-vaikuntam-film-premiere-and-art-opening/100001987355065499
- **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, exhibitions, fine-arts
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Palo Alto
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Pacific Art League
- **lat**: 37.4437118
- **long**: -122.1598482
- **full address**: Pacific Art League, 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening being held?
  - **A:** Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Pacific Art League, 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening?
  - **A:** Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening is organized by Laasya Art.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Palo Alto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Living Legends — Laxma Goud & Thota Vaikuntam: Film Premiere & Art Opening sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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