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Peek into the life and works of famous
painter Ambadas, where children will
enjoy interpreting his dancing strokes.
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Raza's
Bindu
Ritu Khoda
Vanita Pai
Afterword by S.H. Raza
Non-fiction/ Activity `275
www.scholastic.co.in
ART APPRECIATION
ANECDOTES
FUN FEATURES
MAKE YOUR OWN ART
THE IDEA
Why did we write the series?
India has the 2nd largest education system in the world
there are 6,00,000 Primary Schools
over 20,00,000 Upper Primary Schools
which conduct a weekly art class
yet more than 99% of Indian children
are unaware of famous Indian artists
THE CHALLENGE
what do children like?
which artists?
how to present?
THE
CONCEPT
I am an Artist series presents life journeys of some of India’s most
accomplished modern artists such as S.H.Raza, Ambadas Khorbragade,
Ram Kumar, Ganesh Haloi, Jamini Roy and Badrinarayan.
Children become familiar with the artists, their ideas and inspiration as
they muse on the artist’s work.
They learn little secrets about how the artists work and attempt creative
exercises in the book to make their own art.
Intriguing, imaginative and investigative by design, I am an Artist series
sets children on an artistic journey of their own.
RAM KUMAR
1970: D. Rockfeller III Fellowship, New York
1972: Padma Shri, Government of India S.H. RAZA
1956: Prix de la critique, Paris
1981: Padma Shri, Government of India
(Fourth highest civilian award)
2003: Officers Arts et Letters, Government of France
(Fourth highest civilian award)
2007: Padma Bhushan, Government of India
2010: Lifetime Achievement Award, Government of Delhi
2010: Padma Bhushan, Government of India
(Third highest civilian award)
2013: Padma Vibhushan, Government of India
(Third highest civilian award)
(Second highest civilian award)
THE
GREAT
INDIAN
ARTISTS
FIRST TITLE
iAmAnArtist
S.H. RAZA
Raza's
BINDU- a familiar
symbol in Indian culture,
but how does a child respond to it?
Young Raza started searching for deeper
meanings within the BINDU and saw it as more
than just a Dot. It lingered with him till he
started giving creative expression, using
BINDU as the focal point.
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Young Raza saw BINDU as more than just a Dot. Peek into the life and works of famous
painter Ambadas, where children will
enjoy interpreting his dancing strokes.
It lingered with him till he started giving creative
expression, using BINDU as the focal point. xxxx
the BINDU and introspect on its meaning and
significance. Raza’s world of BINDU as Universe, Sun, Panchtatva
(five elements) and more, unfolds through brilliant
illustrations and a stirring narrative. Raza's
Bindu
Ritu Khoda
Vanita Pai
Afterword by S.H. Raza
Non-fiction/ Activity `275
www.scholastic.co.in
This book delves into the works of famous Indian artist
S.H. Raza, directing children to demystify
Ritu Khoda & Vanita Pai
Raza’s world of BINDU—as Universe, Sun,
Panchtatva and more—unfolds through brilliant
illustrations and a stirring narrative.
Creatively interlaced with fun projects,
BINDU is the answer to every
art-enthusiastic parent.
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This book delves into the works of famous Indian
artist S.H. Raza and takes children on a fantastic visual
journey, directing them to demystify the BINDU and
introspect on its meaning and significance.
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BINDU—a familiar symbol in Indian culture, but how
Bindu
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ARTIST’S ENDORSEMENT
INTERESTING
ANECDOTES
ILLUSTRATIONS:
KUNDAN SHANBAGH
INTERESTING
ANECDOTES
ILLUSTRATIONS:
KUNDAN SHANBAGH
Large format visuals for easy recall
ART
APPRECIATION
Interactive text to engage children
ART
APPRECIATION
Open-ended questions for deeper introspection
ART
APPRECIATION
FUN FEATURES
FOLD OUTS
FUN FEATURES
FOLD OUTS
MAKE YOUR OWN ART
STICKER SHEET
PROJECTS:
MAKE YOUR OWN ART
PROJECTS:
MAKE YOUR OWN ART
PROJECTS:
MAKE YOUR OWN ART
LAUNCH
NEW DELHI:
MR. ASHOK VAJPEYI
MUMBAI:
MR. PRABHAKAR KOLTE
BHOPAL
MR. AKHILESH
WORKSHOPS
2014: NEW DELHI
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BOOKAROO
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VADEHRA ART GALLERY
• 
SRI RAM MILLENNIUM
SCHOOLS
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PATHWAY SCHOOLS
APEEJAY SCHOOL
2015: MUMBAI
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KALAGHODA
(KITABKAHANA)
2015: BANGALORE
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LIGHTROOM
BOOKSTORE
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HIPPOCAMPUS
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NEEV INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL
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ATTA GALATTA
2015: BHOPAL
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SWARAJ BHAVAN
PRESS
PRESS
“In India, children are fortunate to be exposed to a multi-lingual environment.
It is not always easy to locate a single publishing list that will whet all appetites.
Instead it has to be “curated” from the moment infants are given cloth and board
books and flash cards. Some books for all ages that “work” splendidly are…
S.H. Raza’s Bindu with Ritu Khoda and Vanita Pai (Scholastic India)…”
REVIEWS
“Unlike other recent Indian children’s books on art,
which have concentrated on art lives instead of
“I have always shied away from picking books about
experiential learning, Khoda and Pai have their formula
art and artists. Mostly because a few that I did pick up
just right…The time is right. The approach is right. All we
failed to engage the boys. This is different on many
need now is for parents to take their rearing cues from
counts.
these luminous creators…
Who knows, a generation impacted by
It is a beautiful book. Ones doesn’t have
to be an artist to be able to appreciate Raza’s Bindu.
this insight-rich series might bring mind-blowing surprises
From the illustrations, to Raza’s art, to engaging the
our way…
children with an opportunity to present their own
version- it has everything going for it. “
Raza’s Bindu made me wish this book had
come my way when I was 8-plus. It might have
enhanced my journey into the art world by several
notches. I would not doubt that for a micro-second.” REVIEWS
¡  AMBADAS KHOBRAGADE
¡  RAM KUMAR
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TITLES
SILENT LANDSCAPES
A flight of fantasy one night becomes the
beginning of a long, artistic journey for young
Ambadas. Over the years his love for doodling
grows into a unique style of art.
Simply described as 'stirring up a picture',
Ambadas' work will encourage children to
explore their own creativity uninhibitedly.
The complex artistic evolution of one of India’s
most respected artists is simplified and presented
in the form of letters to children.
Over time, Ram Kumar removes all figures from
his paintings and turns to landscapes, inspired by
his numerous travels. and more…
ABOUT
RITU KHODA
¡ 
Ritu holds an MBA from IIM, Calcutta and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Lady Sri Ram College, New Delhi. She gave up a successful career in 2009 to establish Art1st to challenge the myopic outlook of schools on art.
She lives in Mumbai. You can read more about Art1st at www.art1st.co.in and blog, www.art1stindia.wordpress.com
VANITA PAI
¡ 
Vanita holds an M.S. in Communication from Manipal University. She had wanted to be a news anchor, but her mentor suggested she try her hand at creative writing, rather than talking. She lives in idyllic Manipal, where she conducts art events and yoga camps.
CONTACT US
ritukhoda@art1st.co.in
vanitapai@art1st.co.in
Ritu:
+91 96190 77770
Vanita: +91 98452 43221