Artist FN Souza's grandson, muralist Solomon, does it again!

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PANJIM AS A CANVAS

Solomon Souza, the grandson of the famous Goan artist, FN Souza, has been painting beautiful murals around Panjim for years. And now, he has added another masterpiece to his collection.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

LIBIA @100

Solomon has painted a mural of Goa's beloved Libia Lobo Sardesai to mark her 100th birthday. Sardesai, whose birthday is on May 25, 2024, played a vital role during Goa's freedom struggle, operating the Voz de Liberdade underground radio station.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

MURALS PAST

In addition to his latest work, which adorns a wall near the Panjim Church square, Solomon has previously painted numerous artistic murals in the city depicting both renowned and lesser-known figures from Goa's history.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

MARY D'SOUZA SEQUEIRA

This mural in the capital city is a portrait of the first Indian to represent the country in two different sports -- hockey and track-and-field. The Olympian held several international records including the fastest woman across continents.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

DILIP SARDESAI

He is known to be the first Goan to play for the India cricket team, and has brought laurels not just to Goa, but also the country.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

ANGELO DA FONSECA

Angelo da Fonseca, known as the pioneer of India's Christian Cultural Renaissance, was a prolific artist from Goa.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

SERAPHINO ANTAO

The Kenyan sprinter of Goan origin, affectionately called 'the gazelle' or 'cheetah', soared to great heights as one of the world's fastest athletes. His roots can be traced back to the village of Chandor, nestled in South Goa.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

MAESTRO ANTONIO FORTUNATO DE FIGUEIREDO

Did you know that India's first conductor of Western classical music hailed from Goa? Meet Maestro António Fortunato de Figueiredo, whose musical journey took him to the prestigious halls of the National Conservatory of Lisbon, the Sorbonne in Paris, and the Accademia Musicale Chigiana in Siena.

Murals in Panjim|Art in Goa|Paintings in Panjim| Artworks from Goa| Solomon Souza |FN Souza | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

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