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Callifest 2022

Callifest is India's biggest celebration of calligraphy and Indian scripts. This year we bring you the 6th edition. Visit Callifest India 2022 and enjoy the wonderful, beautiful showcase of unique and incredible scripts.

Date: 22 Nov. to 28 Nov. 2022

Venue: Science Centre, Surat, Gujarat.

Timings: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Indian Artists

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International Artists

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Umbrella Workshop

A chance to play with colors & truly enjoy the spirit of monsoon

Umbrella Workshop

Date: 5 June 2022

Venue: Second Floor, Deck Level, CBD Belapur Station Complex, CBD, Navi Mumbai.

Timing: 9:30 AM Onwards

Contact For Registration: 022 27891517 / Whatsapp No.7400372430

Email ID: palavachyut@gmail.com / urja.calligraphy@gmail.com

Online Devanagari Workshop

Date: 5,7,9,11 & 13 May 2022
Time: 8 PM to 10:30 PM
Contact: 022 27891517 / Whatsapp: 7400372430
Email: urja.calligraphy@gmail.com

Summer Calligraphy Bonanza

Fees : Rs. 4500/-
(Including Material)
Each Script

Basic Script : Roman & Devanagari Certificate course

Date : Sunday Batch Starts from Sunday 13th March, 2022
Weekday batch 14th March 2022 (Mon/Wed/Fri)

Time : 11am to 1pm, 2pm to to 4pm, 4pm to 6pm

Basic+ Calligraphy Certificate Course

Date : Batch Starts from Sunday 13th Feb, 2022
Time : 2 pm to 2.30 pm

Basic Calligraphy Certificate Course

Date : Batch Starts from Sunday 13th Feb, 2022
Time : 10 am to 1 pm

Callifest 2021 online With 6 International Calligrapher

Free Registration link:
https://bookaworkshop.in/callifest/

Workshop On Demand

Learn Devanagari Calligraphy from one of the world's top 5 Master Calligraphers - Achyut Palav 

• Lifetime Access of the Course
• Certificate
• Total runtime 2 hours
• 15 episodes 

Learn how you can create magic in 15 episodes. 

Book Your Masterclass Today:

https://bookaworkshop.in/recorded/calligraphy-achyut-palav/

Offline Calligraphy Certificate Course

Calligraphy Classroom

Devnagari Calligraphy Workshop organised by Achyut palav School of Calligrapher

Date : 24,25,26 and 27 November 2020
Time : 8 to 10 PM
Calligrapher: Avdhut Vidhate
Fees : Rs. 7500/- (Including GST Excluding Material)

Virtual Calligraphy Fiesta

Fees : 3000/- (incl. GST for each script) for each script
5500/- (incl. GST for each script) for Masterclass

Basic Calligraphy Workshop

Venue : Noor Building, 2nd Floor, Above Suvidha Stores,
Opp. Dadar Rly. Station(W), Mumbai 400 028

Date : 9th to 12th April 2020
Time : 4 pm to 8pm

Letterospective...
Reviving.Reviewing.Rewriting

Venue : Jehangir Art Gallery,
Auditorium, Mumbai

Date : 21st to 27th January 2020
Time : 11 am to 7pm

Letterospective...
Reviving.Reviewing.Rewriting

Venue : Jehangir Art Gallery
161- Kala Ghoda, Mumbai – 400001
Maharashtra, India.

Exhibition Inauguration and Book Launch
Date : 21st January 2020, Tuesday
Time : 5:30 p.m. onwards

Umbrella Painting Workshop

Venue : The Jungle Camp,
Next to Swanand Baba Ashram,
Ronchapada, Yeoor Hills, Thane (W)

Date : 07 July 2019
Time : 09:30 am Onwards

Paint with Colours Beyond the Rainbow

Umbrella Painting Workshop at Thane, June 2019

Venue : Sonal Art Studio
Ventana B-202, At the walk, Park Lane,
Hiranandani Estate, Ghodbunder Rd, Thane(W)

Date : 30 June 2019
Time : From 09:30 am to 12:30 pm

Summer Devnagari Calligraphy Workshop at Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy, Vashi

Venue : Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy,
28/1, Welfare Chambers, Plot. 73, Sector 17,
Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400705, Maharashtra, India.
Tel.: 022 27891517, Mob. No.: +91 74003 72430
Date : 23rd to 26th May 2019

Summer Calligraphy Workshop at Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy, Vashi

Venue : Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy,
28/1, Welfare Chambers, Plot. 73, Sector 17,
Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400705, Maharashtra, India.
Tel.: 022 27891517, Mob. No.: +91 74003 72430
Date : 9th to 12th May 2019

Summer Calligraphy Bonanza in Andheri for 7 Days from 15 to 21 April 2019

Venue : All India Institute of Local Self Government
Sthanik Rajbhavan, C.D.,
Barfiwala Road, Juhu Lane
Andheri(W), Mumbai - 400 058
Date : 15th to 21st April 2019

Callifest 2018 - Celebration of the Indian Scripts

Venue : CIDCO Urban Haat, Behind Konkan Bhavan,
Near Railway Station, Navi Mumbai - 400 614
Date : 5th to 10th Dec 2018

Colourful Umbrella Painting Workshop, June 2018

Venue : G-203, Belapur Rly. Stn. Complex,
Tower-2, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai
Date : 3 June 2018,
Time : 09:30 am

Calligraphy Workshop Dadar

Venue : Model Art Institude
Noor Building, 2nd Floor,
Above Suvidha Stores,
Opp. Dadar Station (W),
Mumbai - 400028
Maharashtra, India

Date : 12th-15th April 2018
Batch Timimg : 9 am to 12 pm & 5 pm to 8 pm

Adishakti - Aksharshakti

Venue : CIDCO Exhibition Centre Art Gallery,
Opp. Joyalukkas Jewellary Showroom,
Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400705.
Maharashtra, India

Date : 8th-11th March 2018
11 am to 8 pm

Ishwar Allah Tero Naam - Calligraphy Exhibition by Achyut Palav & Salva Rasool

Venue : Nehru Centre Art Gallery
Dr Annie Besant Rood,
Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400018

Date : 6th to 12th February 2018 from 11 AM to 7 PM

Open For All

APSC Introduces 3 Months Certificate Course

Learn more Calligraphy in 2018 with Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy
APSC Introduces 3 Months Certificate Course

1 January, 2017 onwards

Venue : Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy
28/1, Welfare Chambers, Plot No. 73, Sector-17, Opp. St. Lawrence School, Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400 705

For Registration :
Smita : +91 74003 72430
Tel. : 022 27891517

Umbrella Painting workshop at Nashik by Achyut Palav

Venue : Vishwas Lawns, Nashik

For Admission
Nilesh Gaidhani : 988147277
Chintaman Pagar : 9371661509
Ketaki Gaidhani : 7769922773

Umbrella Painting workshop at Pune by Achyut Palav

Venue : Art2day Gallery, 805 Reverie Apartments,
Above Skoda Car Showroom, Bhandarkar Road,
Deccan Gymkhana, Pune - 411004

For more information & Registration
Suhasini Ambekar : 7276000027
art2daypune@gmail.com

Umbrella Painting workshop at Badlapur by Achyut Palav

Venue : Adarsh Vidya Mandir,
Kulgaon, Badlapur (E)

For Admission
Suhasini Ambekar : 7350943722
Sneha Subhedar : 8149067372
Shreelekha Bhatkar : 9920780399

Umbrella Painting workshop by Achyut Plav

Venue : G - 203, 2nd Floor, Tower No.2,
Belapur Station Building, C.B.D.,
Navi Mumbai - 400 614.

For Registration
Contact : 022-49703552 / 27891517

Last Date of Registration : 09th June 2017

Aksharyadnya-2016

Venue : Rambhau Mhalgi Prabodhini,
Kehsav Shrushti, Essel World Road,
Uttan Village, Bhayander (W)

For Registration Contact
Seema : 022-27571513/022-27579513
Smita : 022-27891517

Last Date of Registration : 20 Nov. 2016

Umbrella Painting Workshop by Achyut Palav at Panvel

Time : 9.00 am

Venue : Ballaleshwar Mandir,
Savarkar Chowk, Panvel

For Registration Contact
Swarali : 9594768329
Saurabh Karve : 8898683883

Umbrella Workshop by Achyut Palav at L.S. Raheja School of Art, Worli

Time : 9.00 am to 12 pm

Venue : L. S. Raheja School of Art
Adarsh Nagar, Opp. Bldg. No. 38,
Near Century Bazar, Worli, Mumbai.

For Registration Contact
022-27891517 / 27579513

Umbrella workshop by Achyut Palav at Surat

Time : 9.00 am onwards

Venue : Common Plot, Gate No.1,
15/16, Diwali Baug Society,
Opp. Rushabh Opp. Rander Road,
Surat - 395009

For Registration Contact
Gopal : 9998593802

Umbrella workshop by Achyut Palav at Mumbai

Time : 9.00 am onwards

Venue : G - 203, 2nd Floor, Tower No.2,
Belapur Station Building, C.B.D.,
Navi Mumbai - 400 614.

For Registration
Contact : 022 - 27891517 / 27571513

'Callihunt' 2016-Appreciating New Talents in Calligraphy

Time : 5.30 pm

Venue : P. L. Deshpande Kala Academy
Sayani Road, Prabhadevi,
Mumbai - 400025.

Calligraphy workshop by Achyut Palav at Dadar

Venue :
Model Art Institute,
Noor Bldg, 2nd Floor,
Opp. Dadar Stn (W),
Next to Suvidha,
Dadar, Mumbai

Contact : 022-27891517

Adishakti - Aksharshakti

Venue :
P. L. Deshpande Auditorium,
Pradarshani Hall, 1st Floor,
Prabhadevi,
Mumbai - 400025.
Maharashtra, India

Calligraphy workshop by Achyut Palav

Venue :
Aksharnandan School,
Survey No. 103, Bahirat Wadi, Shivaji Housing Society,
Senapati Bapat Road,Pune - 411016.

Callifest 2015, Pune

Venue :
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Sanskrutik Bhavan,
Ghole Road, Opp. Mahatma Phule Museum,
Shivaji Nagar, Pune - 411005.

Umbrella Workshop at CBD Belapur

Venue :
G-203, Deck level,
CBD Belapur Station Complex,
CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai – 400 614.

Contact :
Ankita : 022 - 27891517

Register your name before 30th June 2015… Limited Seats!!!

NOTE

'Kitta' - Kana Matra Velanti

Venue :
Pu. La. Deshpande Auditorium,
Ravindra Natya Mandir,
Prabhadevi,
Mumbai - 400025.
Maharashtra, India

RSVP : Ankita : 022 - 27891517

NOTE

Calligraphy Workshop at Thane

Date - 20 April to 24 April 2015
Script - English (Basic & Advanced)
Venue :  Dr. Bedekar Vidya Mandir , Naupada, Thane (W.)
For Admission Contact - Tel : 022-27891517

Date - 27 April to 01 May 2015
Script - Devnagari
Venue :  Kala Bhavan, Thane
Organise By - Visual Art Academy
For Admission Contact - 9833905309 / 8652003322

Calligraphy Workshop at Chiplun

Batch - 9 am to 12 pm & 4 pm to 7 pm
Script - Roman
Age - Above 12 years
Fees - Rs. 2000/- (Including Material)

Venue :
Oak's Academy Opposite D.B.J. College, Parshuram Nagar,
Mumbai Goa Highway, At post Chiplun.

For Registration Contact -
Rajesh Shelar - 9049982038
Aashish Aathavale - 9011993772
Sneha Aathavale - 9657350479

Calligraphy Workshop at Dadar

Batch - Morning (English 9 am to 12 pm)
Afternoon - (Advance 1 pm to 4 pm)
Evening (English or Roman 5 pm to 8 pm

Venue :
Model Art Institute, Noor Building, 2nd floor,
Opp. Dadar Station (W), Above Suvidha Stores, Mumbai - 400028

For Admission Contact - Ankita 022-27891517

Republic Day Celebration at Pune

A Decade From Past - Calligraphy Exhibition

Inaguration on 17th jan 2015 Saturday At 5.30 pm

Venue : 301, 3rd Floor, 18 High Street,
Opposite Off Beat Cafe,
Baner-Pashan Link Road,
Pune - 411045

Tel : +91 7588325743

RSVP : 8888808233 / 9325640224

Aksharyadnya - 2015

Venue : 
'Yash Inn'  Auditorium,
Yashvantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University,
Dnyangangotri, Near Gangapur Dam,
Nashik - 422222.
Maharashtra, India
Tel : 0253 2231714 / 15

For Registration & Enquiry Contact :
Shabla : 022 - 27571513 / 022 - 27579513
Ankita : 022 - 27891517

Last Date of Registration : 31st December 2014

NOTE

Calligraphy Workshop by Achyut Palav

Time : 9.00 am to 8.00 pm

Venue :
Model Art Institute
Noor Building, 2nd Floor, 
Near Suvidha Showroom,
Opp. Dadar Rly. Stn. (W)
Mumbai - 400028

Utsav Bharatiya Lipyancha

Timing : 5.30 pm

Venue :
Nehru Centre Art Gallery
Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli
Mumbai - 400018

Califest 2014

Timing : 11.00 am to 7.00 pm

Venue :
Nehru Centre Art Gallery
Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli
Mumbai - 400018

View CALIFEST 2014 PLANNER

Umbrella Workshop at Pune

Timing : Two Baches 
09.00 am to 12.00 pm & 2.00 pm to 05.00 pm

Entry Fees : Rs. 1800/- (with material)

Venue :
Papertells Art Gallery
Handmade Paper Institute, Near Agriculture College,
K.B. Joshi Road, Shivaji Nagar,
Pune - 411005

Umbrella Workshop

Unique Calligraphy Workshop by Achyut Palav at Belapur on the 15th June 2014.

Rain always has a magical effect on everything it touches. It sprays the earth with green & colors the skies gray. Beautiful rainbows arc gracefully over misty valleys. They fill our heart with memories.

Rain has a different meaning to each one of us. Rhythm of the rain sings a different tune in each ones' mind. We sit in our homes, offices or colleges humming melodies of the spectacular season.

Mother Nature unleashes a kaleidoscope of blues, blacks, greens, reds. The lush green earth, the magic of the rainbows, the gray stormy skies create perfect frames in our minds.

We bring you an opportunity to catch them on a universal icon of rain... The Umbrella...

Come enjoy the blessed union of calligraphic strokes & colors that is going to take place on 15th June 2014.

Calligraphy Comes Alive

Available at : Supreme Shop, Shop No. 1, Borkar Wadi, Ranade Rd, Near Vaman Hari Pethe Jewellers, Dadar (W.), Mumbai - 400028

Roman / Devnagari Calligraphy Workshop at Pune

Venue : Symbiosis English Medium Highschool, 15th Lane, Prabhat Road, Pune

Basic / Basic +
Roman & Devnagari Workshop

Venue : Model Art Institute, Noor Building, 2nd floor, Near Suvidha Showroom, Dadar (W.), Mumbai - 400028

Time : 9.00 am 11.30 am / 5.30 pm - 8.30 pm

Basic in Roman Script Calligraphy Workshop

Venue : Pria School, Mohopada, Rasayani

Time : 9.00 am - 12 noon

Roman / Devnagri Calligraphy Workshop by Achyut Palav at Goa

Venue : Lecture Hall, District Library, Navelim, Salcete, Goa

Time : 9.30 am Onwards

Calligraphy Day with Achyut Palav

Venue : V.N.S.G. University, Faculty of Fine Art, Surat

Time : 10 am Onwards

Aksharyandnya - Residential Workshop by Achyut Palav's School of Calligraphy

Venue : Rambhau Mhalgi PrabodhiniUttan, Bhayander (W)

For Further Details & Registration Contact : Ketaki - 9969832575 / 022 - 27891517 Between 10.00 am to 6.00 pm

Surya - the Icon

A series of paintings from Master Calligrapher, Achyut Palav, celebrating the power of Surya. A tribute to its radiance & supremacy. With each canvas the colours rise to salute one of the greatest energies on earth. Each form & each stroke emits energy that is positive Bring the power Surya into your lives & let him inspire you, strengthen you. Let the positive passion & 'Urja' of sun so skilfully yet easily captured on the canvas become the essence of your life.

The paintings are not only about the Sun in the Sky but rather of those on earth, who blaze luminously throughout their lives, brightening & improving everything they touch... knowingly or unknowingly. These suns that Achyut has created were people in his life whose lives & work have had a profound influence on his mind.

You may have come across such Suryas in your life's journey from time to time. They may have taught you the most important lessons that have been embedded in your mind & shaped your life. You may be one for others without you knowing yourself. Come watch the exhibition & try finding your Surya within the brilliant creations. Let Surya become a part of your lives...

Surya The Pure | The Auspicious | The Powerful ....

9th World Calligraphy Biennale of Jeollabuk Do, Korea

Monsoon Special Umbrella Workshop
It's Raining Colors

Unique Calligraphy Workshop by Achyut Palav at Belapur on the 30th June 2013.

Rain always has a magical effect on everything it touches. It sprays the earth with green & colors the skies gray. Beautiful rainbows arc gracefully over misty valleys. They fill our heart with memories.

Rain has a different meaning to each one of us. Rhythm of the rain sings a different tune in each ones' mind. We sit in our homes, offices or colleges humming melodies of the spectacular season.

Mother Nature unleashes a kaleidoscope of blues, blacks, greens, reds. The lush green earth, the magic of the rainbows, the gray stormy skies create perfect frames in our minds.

We bring you an opportunity to catch them on a universal icon of rain... The Umbrella...

Third International Festival of Calligraphy and Typography "Rutenia"

Works of Achyut Palav were featured among the works other noted artists at the Festival of Calligraphy & Typography. The compositions were highly appreciated & were based on diverse subjects.

The World of Calligraphy Book Launch

Calligraphy is a live art; to be kept alive in the age of computers 50 students of Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy contribute towards the book 'The World of Calligraphy' Hon. Chief Minister Shri. Prithviraj Chavan launches the book - 'The World of Calligraphy' In Mumbai on 7th May 2013 Mumbai, 8th May 2013: "The World of Calligraphy" a compilation of present day calligraphy assembled together by Renowned Calligrapher Achyut Palav along with 50 of his students from Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy was released today in Mumbai by the hands of Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shri. Prithviraj Chavan. The book is published by Navneet Prakashan, titled "The World of Calligraphy" and contains information on tools, the philosophy of medium & texture and the concept of design.

Ekbote furniture showroom wall painting

IBN Lokmat

Maharashtra Day an exhibition of Students (APSC) works in Navi Mumbai

On the auspicious Date of 1^st May- Maharashtra Day an exhibition of Students (APSC) works adorned the famous Shivaji Chowk in Navi Mumbai. It was visited by locals & important faces from Navi Mumbai.

Navi Mumbai Art Festival

The arts festival organized in Navi Mumbai showcased works in Calligraphy & other arts. It was visited by art lovers across the city. The work in calligraphy was highly appreciated as a upcoming art.

Masterstroke's Exhibition

'Masterstrokes' an exhibition of these precious compositions. It is a sincere attempt to popularize this art among people & bring works of these masters into limelight. It displayed the beauty of foreign calligraphy before the next generation artists of India.

Inauguration ceremony - Silver Calligraphy

A Celebration of Friendship. Along with a long time friend & fellow calligrapher from Germany Achyut Palav held an exhibition & launched a book 'Silver Calligraphy' at a ceremony at the Nehru Centre Gallery - Mumbai. It laid the base for artistic ties between the two countries. This friendship has flourished over the years & a lot of fusion work of Indian & German scripts has evolved.

Silver Calligraphy Exhibition - Achyut Palav | Katharina Pieper

The year 2011 marks the 25th year of a friendship & also a milestone in the artistic & calligraphic companionship of India & Germany. It was 25 years ago that Achyut Palav had visited Germany & worked with eminent calligraphers there. It laid the base for artistic ties between the two countries. This friendship has flourished over the years & a lot of fusion work of Indian & German scripts has evolved. Achyut Palav along with a noted calligrapher from Germany, Katharina Pieper, plans to have a special event in 2011.

Akasharotsav in Pune

Akasharotsav - as the name goes was truly a celebration of letters. This 2 day workshop & exhibition of student's works saw the presence of eminent industrialist Mr. Kirloskar & noted singer Arti Anklikar.

London Exhibition

Calligraphic creations using the scroll or the traditional 'Khalita' as a medium were showcased in London. The term 'Calliscrolls' is coined from the phrase - Calligraphy on Scrolls. Indian calligraphy is much appreciated in the west. Its rich & ornate nature appeals the most to art patrons. The compositions from scriptures & scripts are popular. It showcased about 25 works of art. The theme is Urja- the energy from the cosmos & the sacred inspiration derived from the Holy Book of 'Gita'. The creations resonate the eternal power of the Gita verses that have laid the rules of a Pious Karma & the energy resulting from the vibrant universe.

Calliscrolls Tao Art Gallery

A preview was arranged on Friday, 13th May 2011 at the Tao Art Gallery before calliscrolls was taken to London for an Exhibition. Calligraphic creations using the scroll or the traditional 'Khalita' as a medium were showcased in London. The term 'Calliscrolls' is coined from the phrase - Calligraphy on Scrolls. Indian calligraphy is much appreciated in the west. Its rich & ornate nature appeals the most to art patrons. The compositions from scriptures & scripts are popular. It showcased about 25 works of art. The theme is Urja - the energy from the cosmos & the sacred inspiration derived from the Holy Book of 'Gita'. The creations resonate the eternal power of the Gita verses that have laid the rules of a Pious Karma & the energy resulting from the vibrant universe.

Akshrankur

Talakshare, Dr. Vasantrao Deshpande Hall, Nagpur

Art lovers in Nagpur enjoyed a thrilling experience when the magic of calligraphy by Master Calligrapher Achyut Palav fused with the foot tapping beats of Tabla & the lovely sounds of Indian music. The whole ambiance was colourful & heavenly. Gracing the occasion are Mr. Atul Shirodkar, Mr. Kavi Grace and Dr. Avinash Rode. The exhibition afterwards was attended & appreciated by many.

Consulate General of the Russian Federation Calligraphy Exhibition

The budding young talents of APSC were invited by the Consulate General of the Russian Federation to hold a calligraphy exhibition. It was attended by calligraphy enthusiasts from India & abroad

Monsoon Special Umbrella Workshop

Experience the wonders of the Rain

Unique Calligraphy Workshop by Achyut Palav at Belapur on the 4th July 2010.

We gave you an opportunity to catch them on a universal icon of rains... The Umbrella.

A wonderful combination of calligraphic strokes & colors took place on 4th of July 2010.

1st Anniversary of the Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy

Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy recently completed its successful 1 year. The event on Sunday 20th June, 2010 was celebrated by its students, instructors, staff & the Palav family in a small event held at the P.L. Deshpande Kala Academy's Mini Theater.

The event witnessed the presence of the noted Musicologist & Composer Dr. Ashok Ranade, the G.M. I/C (Regional Services) of Indian Oil Corp. Mr. Shrikant Bapat as the guest of honour & well-known Marathi writer Smt. Vijaya Rajadhyaksha.

The evening ended with informal celebrations that were attended by current & past students of APSC.

Hues of Harmony, Dubai

Art lovers in Dubai were in for a treat of Devnagri calligraphy when Achyut Palav worked with a noted Pakistani Artist. This exhibition also featured the creations under the series - Om & Allah

Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy celebrates Maharashtra Day with an Exhibition in Navi Mumbai

The Students of Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy celebrated the 'Golden Anniversary' of Maharashtra State by holding an exhibition named 'Aawaz Maharashtracha' (The Voice of Maharashtra)

The exhibition was inaugurated by the noted political figure of Navi Mumbai, Dr. Sanjeev Naik (MP) on 1st May 2010. The exhibit was open for public viewing on 1st & 2nd May 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Urja - The Calligraphic Movement & the Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy to be a part of Kalaghoda Festival 2010

Urja - The Calligraphic Movement along with the 'Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy' participated in the famous Kalaghoda Arts Festival. The festival commenced on the 6th of February 2010 (Saturday) & ended on the 14th of February 2010 (Sunday).

Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy holds it 1st exhibition & launches its website

The Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy, which was established in the mid of 2009 is celebrating the spirit of calligraphy in a unique way. It is holding an exhibition that will showcase the works of its students from various batches.

This exhibition, which is a part of the CIDCO's Navi Mumbai Festival, will prove to be an excellent platform for Calligraphy students.

XIN: ICOGRADA WORLD DESIGN CONGRESS 2009

Achyut Palav was invited to speak at the XIN: ICOGRADA WORLD DESIGN CONGRESS 2009 and his works were a part of the exhibition at the Typography Unity With New Life - bt 09 Exhibition.

The title of his presentation was 'Calligraphy- a Voice of an Expressive Nation'. The presentation comprises of a talk, slideshow & a short AV. Achyut Palav has been working for the development & propagation of calligraphy.

Akshar Diwali

AksharGanesh, an Exhibition

AksharGanesh an exhibition dedicated to the Vighnaharta Ganpati is to be held in the month of August' 09. It is the initiative of Urja- The calligraphic Movement & is held at the Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy in Navi Mumbai.

The exhibition will have paintings, sculptures & other artworks of lord Ganesh in calligraphic. The Lord Ganesh appears to us in various forms, each name of the almighty tells a different story of him. He is after all the god of intelligence & talent & he is the start... an auspicious beginning of all good things. The inspiration one derives from him manifests in various artworks that we are exhibiting. The unity & spirit the entire nation feels & the jubilation during those 10 or 11 days is simply marvelous & no artist can stay away from it.

Om and Allah Tao Art Gallery

The exhibition OM & Allah was inaugurated on 6th August, 09 by Pt. Jasaraj & M.P. Mrs. Priya Dutt. The event witnessed the presence of eminent personalities like Madhura Jasraj, Talat Aziz, Laila Khan, Sussane Roshan, Poonam Dhillon, Pooja Bedi, Sanjay Khan, Kiran Juneja & other art lovers & patrons. The exhibition was well received by all & won accolades.

Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy

Achyut Palav School of Calligraphy is a venture which takes the mission started by Achyut Palav to propagate the art of calligraphy, a step further. The school is built on the foundation of our rich culture & vast heritage of scripts. The school will have courses in basic calligraphy for Devnagri scripts (Hindi & Marathi) & Roman (English) scripts. There will be regular batches which will be conducted in sessions of 2 hours each on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.

The school is also equipped with a calligraphy shop & a library.

For information on courses click here.

Fashion Show at Kalaghoda Festival

ROMANCING with CALLIGRAPHY

Finale of Callifest'08 at the Kala Ghoda Festival 2009... 'Romancing with Calligraphy' a Fashion show presentation conceived and directed by Geeta Castelino, a renowned Design Consultant and Educationist who also is part of the Kala Ghoda Festival Committee, choreographed by Utsav Dholakia, mentored by Sonal Shah along with professional renowned models like Aryan Vaid, Nethra, Shonal etc.
Also the show will have a dance performance (Jazz, Classical Ballet etc.) by Tanvi Palav & Arti Dhanipkar & choreographed by Gururaj.

It takes the participants & the visitors through a journey of calligraphy where one can delve in the topics ranging from the origin of the art form to the modern day scenario. The team of six budding designers (final year students of B. D. Somani School of Fashion Design), has put together their creations which caters to the interest of art lovers, professionals and the common man. It is promoting the fashion talent of the Fashion Schools from Mumbai who are nurturing the future growth of Indian fashion.

The main inspiration behind this is creating awareness about calligraphy through Kala Ghoda Festival and thus to impart the experience gathered in Achyut's quest for calligraphy with the young, bright and energetic youth. Kala Ghoda Association believes it's the youth of India who need to be educated on the rich and vast heritage of the Indian culture.'Romancing with Calligraphy' is going to be a peak of excitement, yet at times feels like the beginning of a new high.

Callifest 2008

Calligraphy Roadways, a program that took calligraphy with a twist to art colleges around India was the first venture in the year when I celebrate my 25 years dedicated to learning & propagating this beautiful art. Its inspiring response & overwhelming support laid the foundation stone for Callifest-08- Workshops, Exhibitions, Lectures & Demos.

Callifest, as the name goes, is a basket of events bought together for the art lovers & art aspirants. Similarly it takes the participants & the visitors through a journey of calligraphy where one can delve in the topics ranging from the origin of the art form to the modern day scenario. The team of Urja- the calligraphic movement has put together an event which caters to the interest of artists, art teachers, art aspirants & students, art lovers & the common man.

International Calligraphy Exhibition, St.Petersburg, Russia

Achyut Palav is just back from Russia where he created a profound impression on the minds of Russian artists & students with a magnificent demonstration & lecture dedicated purely to the Indian scripts. This international calligraphy exhibition organized by the National Union of Calligraphers & M.V.K. Exhibition Company, Russia, was the first of its kind in the world. It was held at the Repin St. Petersburg State Academic Institute of Painting, Sculpture & Architecture during 16th September to 21st September 2008. The event witnessed a participation of 21 countries & was visited by around 25 thousand visitors. Ten Radio and Television teams filmed and photographed around the clock, made interviews with the organizers and the participants as well as life broadcasts. Achyut Palav gave a lecture & a demo as a part of the master class. His topic for the lecture was "The Aesthetically Rich Indian Calligraphy". Achyut Palav's lecture & an impressive demo gave an insight into the artistic grandeur of calligraphy especially the beauty of rich Indian scripts. Russians & calligraphers from around the world were charmed by Palav's powerful strokes, the command of the Devnagri script, the innovative tools & the dexterity of his hands. This proud Indian also gave his interview on the Russian channel in Hindi & Marathi.

Paris Exhibition- Maharashtra Mandal Of Paris

The mandal sent an invitation for a demo & exhibition. It was highly appreciated. Many residents of Indian origin & some familiar faces from Marathi theatre were present.

Pogo Channel

The true potential lies with the kids. Their creativity & imagination know no bounds. Thus a program with POGO gave Achyut Palav take his art to kids.

Centre For Extra Mural Studies

Centre for Extra Mural Studies, University of Mumbai.

Commencement of - Calligraphy Roadways - byAchyut Palav, taking calligraphy to the people.

Chief Guest Shri. Kumar Ketkar, Editor - Loksatta -
The function will be presided over by Dr. A.D.Sawant, AG. Vice-Chancellor & Pro. Vice-Chancellor of the university of Mumbai at Convocation Hall, University of Mumbai, Fort.

Calligraphy for 25 Years

I have been in this field of calligraphy for 25 years & have in mind a small event for celebrating these very interesting & fruitful years. The year -long event (2007 to 2008) has many different activities planned like the week- long exhibition in JJ School of Arts (Mumbai), launch of books on calligraphy; 'Calligraphy Roadways' a program for taking calligraphy to students across India.

I wish to take my knowledge & experiences gathered in my quest for calligraphy to youth in India & overseas. It is my pleasure to propagate the aesthetic and commercial value of calligraphy in Indian languages among the people who have the great potential of becoming the Next-Gen artists of the modern world.

Kala Ghoda Art Festival

We had a wonderful response from art lovers on our stall no.8 in The Times of India Kala Ghoda Art Festival which was held between 3rd Feb. 2007 to 11th Feb. 2007 at fort.

Ashish Wedding

Panels, drapes and hangings having a fusion of colours and letters are created specially for the wedding. Right from designing the wedding saree of the bride to the antarpath which had the mangalashtika painted in beautiful calligraphic strokes brought the real essence of a marathi wedding.

Nashik Calligraphy Workshop

Nashik Workshop held on 8th, 9th and 10th December 2006 was a huge sucess. Music as its base in inspiring your mind to take you to a level where you express yourself by strokes of calligraphy the moment a chord is heard got all the students in a colorful mood. An interaction session was held where students could interact with the master himself and get queries answered.

Eminent Marathi TV/Stage personalities were also roped in to deliver an extra dramatic touch to expressing feelings through music.

Calligraphy On Umbrellas (Monsoon Special)

"Shravanachya Sari, Tumchya Dari"- "The Spell Of Rain At Your Doorstep" This is a mobile exhibition of hand painted umbrellas depicting the spirit and the colours of rains.

The umbrellas have lovely poems of celebrated Marathi poets like B.B Borkar, N.D. Mahanor, Raja Rajwade, Mangesh Padgaonkar, Nalesh Patil, Saumitra, some rain songs in Hindi and also short poems in English for children. Palav plans to take these to various cities around the state of Maharashtra like Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, Pune, Kolhapur etc. The exhibition is for a day at each of the mentioned places..

Mehta Wedding

Panels, drapes and hangings having a fusion of colours and letters are created specially for the Sangeet Sandhya. Colours like gold, ochre, burgundy, and blue with letters beautifully blended to make appealing and eye-catchy compositions.

The charm and magic of music, the sounds of instruments and the sentiments of the baratis has been captured in the spontaneous and powerful strokes.

Kulkarni Bhavani Shankar Programme 2005

The art of calligraphy has been, nowadays transformed into an eloquent art form due to many innovative & bold ventures by people in this field. One such was a fusion of performing arts like music, dance, acting, etc. with calligraphy.

It was a pleasure, more so a great honour for me to have an opportunity of being a part of a concert with the great Bhavani Shankar Pakhwaj maestro, Rupak Kulkarni- flutist & Aditya Kalyanpur the tabla expert.