The rail artist

RAHUL DHIMAN, 28 Ambala, Printmaker

BECAUSE

He is a recipient of the ‘Sohan Qadari’ scholarship sponsored by the Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi, and numerous other national and college-level awards. A much feted print-maker, he is known for his work on rails, inspired by his daily commute between Ambala and Chandigarh.

SECRET OF SUCCESS

I am continuously trying to improve myself. Each piece of art I create drives me to create more and do better work. I dream of seeing myself as a reputed artist in future. And this dream keeps me going.

THE GOAL NEXT

As an artist I want to work for the development of art in society. I also want to be a good teacher.

MY ROLE MODEL

My father is my role model because everything I am today is because of what I have learnt from him. He is the pillar of the family and my strength.

BY THE WAY

I am very fond of theatre, dance and travelling. I daily commute between Ambala, my home, and Chandigarh, my place of work, either on train or cycle. This journey gives me time to reflect on things, which have became an essential part of me and my art.

I have also been doing bhangra and jhoomar for the last 10 years. I enjoy participating in youth festivals across the country.

SECOND OPINION

Rahul Dhiman is a hard-working and talented artist. He is very good at print making and has even got a scholarship from the ministry in this regard. Right now he is a guest faculty in my department and is doing a good job. –Nirmal Prakash, Govt College of Art