04 July,2013 02:28 AM IST | | Richa Pinto
The rainy season inspires most of us in a way that brings out our creative side. Taking a cue from this, Vashi's Achyut Palav School of calligraphy organised an umbrella decoration workshop on Sunday morning.
Blooming brollies: Participants at the workshop stand amid the pieces of art they have created. Pics/shadab Khan
Around 60 people who took part in the event were seen using their umbrellas as canvases to express themselves artistically. u00a0The workshop, which was held at Belapur, is in its fifth year and is open to all.
The man behind the idea, Achyut Palav, a world-renowned calligrapher himself, said that participants were enjoying themselves as they painted umbrellas with colours and creative poetry.u00a0
A dab of colour: A young artist at work
Right from modern day skyscrapers to traditional gothic designs - u00a0participants were seen decorating their favourite monsoon accessory, the humble brolly. A few others painted their umbrellas with poetry in different languages such as Marathi and Hindi.
The workshop was kicked off with a small demonstration and soon the participants were seen enjoying themselves. "Umbrellas today are not just used in the monsoons but also during the summer season.
All eyes on you: Participants pose for a photo after a hard day's work
The feeling of carrying an accessory which has been made by you is very different and makes you feel good," concluded Palav.u00a0
Baby strokes: A young one tries his hand at painting
Upside down: The ombre touch suits this umbrella
Bright awning: A woman gives finishing touches to her opus
