Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” These were the words of the celebrated painter and sculptor, Pablo Picasso, who believed that the essence of creativity was ever-present in a child. To know art is to know life itself, and sowing the seeds at an early age is a feast for the mind, body and soul. That’s what Dot Line Space, a not-for-profit foundation under Nine Fish Art Gallery, is doing through an artistic festival for the children in Mumbai.

Gourmoni Das, curator and artist helming the gallery and the foundation, explains that the festival is being conducted as an extension of their initiative, Bal Kala Shibir. “Two vibrant, young cultural enthusiasts approached us with the idea, and we saw it as a valuable opportunity to explore how children, especially from a cosmopolitan setting, interact with art. By sponsoring the initiative, we hope to deepen our understanding of young perspectives on creativity and expression.”

Students present their work at an art workshop at a zilla parishad school in the Devlali district. PIC COURTESY/DOTLINESPACE