Bhubaneswar/New Delhi : Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi hosted the first-ever Odishan Tribal Artists’ Camp in Dubai that concluded on Thursday. The three-day event featured live creation of tribal paintings, offering spectators a rare glimpse into the intricate process of tribal art forms. Fifteen renowned tribal artists from Odisha participated in the event. A ceremonial inauguration marked the unveiling of the completed paintings, attended by Sudarsan Pattnaik, renowned sand artist and President of Odisha Lalit Kala Academi and Consul General of India Satish Sivan. The state’s impressive collection of paintings dates back to the prehistoric era. This tribal artist camp serves as a platform for these skilled individuals to showcase their unique styles and the rich aesthetic traditions of their communities. The initiative is expected to bridge the gap in international awareness of Odisha’s dynamic tribal art scene.