Calligraphy is more than a passionate hobby for advertising professional Shreyas Belsare.
Did you always have an inclination for art?
SB: Having always had an affection for drawing, I completed my BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) from Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Fine Arts in Pune. We were always surrounded by art in college and I attended several workshops and exhibitions of renowned artists. At college we never had to bother about how we looked or what we wore or where we were from and what language we spoke. It was all about how you grow as an artist and present yourself and your style uniquely. This habit of being unique changed my perspective towards life.
What inspires you?
SB: Nature, of course! It has become a habit to find forms out of nature. I always have a million different projects floating around my head and I’m constantly sketching them out and uncovering my next big idea.
How did your tryst with calligraphy start?
SB: I have had a soft corner for letters since my childhood. Like every other kid from Pune, I was influenced by the city’s traditional background and had a great love for my mother tongue. I loved the way the boards featuring drama shows and shop names were written. I use to stand on the road and watch artists paint walls; the spacing between letters, structures and every little detailing was just mesmerizing.
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