Tripura’s talented quilling artist, Siddhartha Saha, is gearing up to make his mark in the Guinness World Records with a spectacular display of over 20,000 quilling hearts. The 33-year-old, who already holds recognition in the India Book of Records for his extraordinary 3D miniature quilling artworks, will host a three-day exhibition titled “Largest Display of Quilling Hearts” at the Lalit Kala Akademi near Nazrul Kalakshetra, starting from May 27.
Despite spending most of his time at the office, Siddhartha dedicates over four hours daily to perfecting his quilling art. He began exploring quilling papers in 2012, crafting designs that resemble origami but are unique in execution. His passion for the craft intensified during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, allowing him to explore and showcase his talent extensively.
The exhibition will be open to the public from 4 PM to 9 PM on May 27, and from 10 AM to 9 PM on May 28 and 29. Visitors will witness the intricate process of creating quilling hearts, which involves coiling papers with quilling sticks and shaping them into delicate designs using glue and strips.
Siddhartha’s dedication and skill have already earned him accolades, and he hopes this upcoming exhibition will secure his entry into the Guinness World Records, further shining a spotlight on the art of quilling in India.
This ambitious project reflects not just Siddhartha’s artistic talent but also his perseverance and love for creativity, inspiring many young artists to pursue their passions despite the challenges of daily life.
