Vadodara, known worldwide as a prominent art city, is a thriving hub for diverse artists. In this city, age is considered merely a number when it comes to expressing artistic talent. Avni Shah, a 46-year-old artist, and poet from Vadodara, has made a remarkable impact in the artistic realm, having created around a thousand paintings and penned approximately 700 poems throughout her career. Avni Shah, renowned for her artistic endeavors, shares that all her paintings and poems are dedicated to a higher power, with religious themes often interwoven within her verses. She finds inspiration for her creations through meditative experiences, allowing ideas for paintings and poetry to manifest organically. With a painting journey spanning 28 years, Avni Shah has held 28 solo exhibitions and participated in 42 group shows, earning recognition through 42 awards and the distinction of 5 gold medals. Most recently, she was honored with the prestigious title of "Best Poetess."

Author-Dr.Aishwarya Nair