The idea germinated out of my graffiti practice, about eight year ago, when one day I pictured the stencils to be inverted. I followed the idea and was fascinated by my own work. Initially it was a hobby; once I had enough artworks on hand to exhibit them, I conducted an exhibition in Kanoria Center of Arts, Ahmedabad, displaying 84 paper cuts.
1) Tell us about your background and journey.
I was born and raised in Ahmedabad (Gujarat) India. There isn’t much of educational background as I was never a bookish guy. After my high school completion, I got enrolled in an animation institute but I dropped out as they stressed only on 3d animation studies while it was 2d art-forms that interested me.
During all this I filled up my sketch books, and once I quit the animation institute, I began sketching full time. The journey so far has been difficult as this path is very uncertain
2) What led you to choose this as your profession?
The idea germinated out of my graffiti practice, about eight year ago, when one day I pictured the stencils to be inversed. I followed the idea and was fascinated by my own work. Initially it was a hobby; once I had enough artworks on hand to exhibit them, I conducted an exhibition in Kanoria Center of Arts, Ahmedabad, displaying 84 paper cuts.
3) What things according to you are most important for an artist?
The habit of challenging and thus, improving oneself.
4) What are the career opportunities available for people in this field of work?
You can sell your art online and through exhibitions.
You may also get projects from design/corporate companies.
5) What are some of the major challenges that you have faced while working on your art?
Exploring papercut in different ways brings its own challenges. It wouldn't be appropriate to name a few as they differ each time. In all artworks one has to be aware of not making a mistake as that might require one to redo the whole artwork. Being aware is the key.
6) What according to you has been your best creation?
Papercut animation.
7) What advice would you like to give to the future and aspiring youngster you wish to pursue a career in this field?
If you believe in yourself and are confident about the work you are doing than pursue this career. Don't do it for Instagram Likes.
8) Who has been your role model?
I don't have any role model, my artworks are my inspiration.
9) What is your mantra for success?
I am waiting for the success, once I get it I will get back to you.
Parth Kothekar
(Artist)
Instagram id : @parthkothekar
Interviewed by : Adit Koul
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