The book “Wonderful Calligraphy” on works of renowned calligrapher and artist Poosapati Parameshwar Raju

The book "Wonderful Calligraphy" by Poosapati Parameshwar Raju, A 40-Year Journey Through the Art of Calligraphy in a brief function held in Hotel Marigold on Sunday night in the city.

The book is authored by Ms. Koeli Mukherjee Ghose, a powerhouse in the Indian art scene, she is an artist, art historian, and curator PhD Research Scholar, at Apeejay Stya University, New Delhi.

The book was released by several admirers of his works from various walks of life.

The release of "Wonderful Calligraphy" marks a significant moment in the Indian art landscape, offering readers and art enthusiasts a unique opportunity to delve into the mind of a visionary artist.

In his work, we witness the phenomenon of a new genre that could be termed iconic calligraphy. The artist engages with a distinguished form of expression that traverses both traditional and contemporary terrains.

His images are the offspring of an epistemological discernment and the minimalist's aesthetic, ensuing from his personalized research of iconography, signs and symbols inherent in the Indian ceremonial culture.  He has been practising this for the last 40 years. 

The works of renowned calligrapher and artist Poosapati Parameshwar Raju, "Wonderful Calligraphy," is a monumental work that encapsulates four decades of artistic exploration. The book is the first volume of its three-part volume series and presents a curated selection of approximately 436 pages and 457 works from a collection of over a thousand, each piece meticulously crafted and thoughtfully arranged to convey the rich repository of Indian mythology, sacred symbolism, and cultural heritage.

"Wonderful Calligraphy" is a visual feast; it is a profound narrative that weaves together the threads of tradition and modernity. The book is enriched by the insightful research of Koeli Mukherjee Ghose, the author of the book whose dedication since 2006 has illuminated the evolution of Parameshwar's art, particularly as it traverses contemporary calligraphy and Puranic themes. This publication not only safeguards the copyright of these images but also enshrines the sacred stories and iconography that form the backbone of Indian culture.

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. Iconic Calligraphy is such a work of imagery, expression created using the strokes in the calligraphy. 

In keeping with his artistic philosophy, Raju has adhered to two self-imposed creative challenges throughout his journey: the strict adherence to the thin-thick-thin principle of calligraphy and the exclusive use of the colour red, symbolizing Shakti, the divine feminine energy. The book is a testament to his mastery of the traditional grid, a meditative framework that infuses his work with a profound sense of order and cosmic balance.

Poosapati Parameshwar Raju is in the process of setting up a Foundation for the Arts & Crafts to generate work for artisans using his design forms and traditional art and crafts, for the self-reliance of artisans, specific to Indian regions.

The book is priced at Rs 14,999/- and is available

The Artiste Poosapati Parameshwar Raju can be reached on his mobile: 9848622820