Collection: MANU PAREKH

Manu Parekh's artistic journey began in 1939, in the vibrant city of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He graduated from the prestigious Sir Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy School of Art in Mumbai (1962), where he honed his skills under the guidance of Mukund Shroff. A brief stint at the National School of Drama further shaped his creative vision.

Parekh's early career was marked by a foray into theatre, where he worked as an actor and stage designer for a year. In 1963, he joined the Weavers' Service Centre in Mumbai as an art designer, working alongside the renowned Pupul Jayakar. Two years later, Parekh relocated to Kolkata (1965) and eventually settled in New Delhi (1974), where he became a Design Consultant for the Handicrafts and Handlooms Export Corporation of India.

Parekh's passion for art eventually led him to pursue a career as a freelance artist. His personal life is a testament to his love for art, as he is married to the acclaimed contemporary artist Madhvi. The couple has called New Delhi home since 1974.