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Manubhai Jethabhai Parikh
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Born: January 1, 1944
Birthplace: Bandhani, District Kheda, Gujarat, India
Nationality: Indian
Occupation: Artist, Educator
Known for: Rajput-inspired modern Indian painting, symbolic landscapes
Based in: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Manubhai Parikh was an acclaimed modern Indian artist known for his vibrant color palette, refined symbolism, and a distinctive style rooted in the traditions of Indian paintings.
His work is marked by the use of unique colors, including reds, oranges, and yellows, which exhibit light and warmth, alongside beautiful motifs of green. He also played a significant role as an art educator, earning national recognition, including the prestigious National Award to Teachers presented by President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in 2001.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Manubhai was born into a family of artists in Gujarat’s Kheda district, and was fond of art from an early age. His siblings Jayant and Natu Parikh, are also artists, and his son, Amit Parikh, is a commercial artist running his own advertising and marketing agency, Hetarsh Creative Force in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Manubhai received a Diploma in Painting from M.S. University, Baroda, and he had been trained under celebrated artists such as Prof. N.S. Bendre and Prof. K.G. Subramanyan. His academic excellence was recognized with multiple scholarships, including:
Merit Scholarship, M.S. University (1969–70)
Shri Sayajirao Diamond Jubilee Trust Scholarships (1966–68)
National Scholarships from the Government of India (1970–72)
Artistic Style
[edit]Manubhai Parikh's visual language is a fusion of traditional Rajput aesthetics and modern sensibilities. He predominantly works with pure, musical colors—especially vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows—representing light and emotional intensity. His landscapes often feature trees, hills, houses, forts, and tents, imbued with a dreamlike serenity.
He is known for his mastery in rendering delicate trees in varying shades of green, with intricate brushwork that gives his compositions both texture and soul. Parikh prefers letting colours "speak" rather than relying on explicit symbolism—creating what many describe as poetic, almost musical, visual experiences.
Career as an Educator
[edit]In addition to his work as an artist, Manubhai served as a teacher and mentor in Ahmedabad, where he trained generations of students—many of whom went on to receive state, national, and international awards. His contribution to arts education was nationally acknowledged when he received:
National Award to Teachers (2001) under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, presented by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Awards and Honours
[edit]Manubhai Parikh has received over 30 awards between 1961 and 2011, including:
1961 Gujarat State Award
1966 Gujarat State Award
1966 Gujarat State Award
1967 Gujarat State Award
1968 Gujarat State Award
1969 Gujarat State Award
1969 Award from Delhi Railway Board
1970 Award from Gandhi Darshan, Delhi
1972 Bronze Medal from Bombay Art Society
1974 Gujarat State Award
1977 Mahakoshal Kala Parishad, Raipur (M.P.)
1978 Mahakoshal Kala Parishad, Raipur (M.Р.)
1979 Gujarat State Award
1981 Bronze Medal from Bombay Art Society
1984 Gold Medal from Mahakoshal Kala Parishad, Raipur (М.Р.)
1986 Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation
1987 Award from West Zone Culture Centre, Udaipur
2000 District Education Service Award from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Officer, Mr PK Lehri
2001 Selected for National Award under the Ministry's scheme of National Awards to Teachers honoured by President of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam
2003 Ahmedabad Teacher Association Award
2004 Eklavya Excellent Innovative Educator Award
2006 Sanskrutik Puraskar from Hyderabad
2010 All India Fine Arts & Crafts Society honored as Veteran Artist, New Delhi
2011 Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Award
Publications and Contributions
[edit]Paintings published by CRY (Child Rights and You) in calendars and postcards
Multiple artworks featured in Gujarat Government calendars and Diwali magazines
Work featured in the private art magazine "Kumar"
Collections
[edit]Manubhai Parikh's work is part of collections in:
India – Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Baroda
International – USA, Germany, Canada, England
Notably featured by collectors including:
Ardent Art Lovers, USA, UK, Germany, Canada
Personal Life
Manubhai Parikh lived in Shahibaug, a lush green neighborhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with his wife Vidhya Parikh, who has been a constant source of support throughout his career. Though a man of few words, he allowed his colours to speak, reflecting a lifelong commitment to beauty, introspection, and the silent poetry of art.