Calligraphy is a visual art related to writing. It is the design and execution of lettering with a pen, ink brush, or other writing instrument.

A contemporary calligraphic practice can be defined as "the art of giving form to signs in an expressive, harmonious, and skilful manner".

Children will participate in an interactive zoom meeting with Ms. Qamar Dagar.

About the guest speaker:   

Qamar Dagar is an Indian professional calligrapher. She is the founder of the Qalamkaari Creative Calligraphy Trust. In 2016, she was awarded the Nari Shakti Puraskar, India's highest civilian award for women.

She uses an abstract pictorial calligraphy style in her work. CNBC TV18 called her India's "most celebrated pictorial calligrapher."

Dagar's solo exhibitions have taken place in India, France and the United States. In 2019, she participated in a group exhibit at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts.

About the Host: 

Mrs. Nidhi Kumar, Director Media Management, Skoolz & Celebrity show host on India’s public broadcaster DD NEWS and DD NATIONAL, Ministry of Science and Technology, Media lead and ambassador for Mitron App and Advisory board. Media Red Carpet entertainers, Trustee Netaji. She has spearheaded many environmental projects and is a motivational speaker for young Indians.