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An evening in Shimla
Years back, I called on the Director of Arts of the Shoolini University. Sumant Vadera , a smart tall man with a friendly outlook offered to introduce me to the art of calligraphy. With my ‘learn about art, a little bit a day’ attitude we were engrossed in discussions about almost everything of the art. Instantly he designed a ‘Writing Pad’ for me in calligraphic style. Our meetings had been few and far between till I visited him at his ‘in-house studio’ in Solan, in Oct, 2020. Backdrop of the rolling hills with patches of clustered houses of the sprawling township, is awesome.
Inside, at first site, I was impressed with the sleekly placed studio, well laid out with optimal utilisation of space and ultimate comfort level to accommodate the artist with the paraphernalia placed in order. He showed me the albums of his paintings in varied styles created by using different materials and methodologies; adopting unique techniques. ‘I like your style of drawing. Your perspective is refreshing. You're one of a kind.’ I said. ‘I like your colour choices.’