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Children's Book on Artist Ganesh Haloi Wins AutHer Award
21 Jul
Summary
- Likla Lall won Best Children's Author at the AutHer Awards.
- Her book explores artist Ganesh Haloi's life and art for young readers.
- The AutHer Awards celebrated women writers on March 22, 2026.
The seventh AutHer Awards, held on March 22, 2026, at the Taj Palace in New Delhi, celebrated the significant contributions of India's women writers. This prestigious event, a collaboration between JK Paper and The Times of India, convened a distinguished gathering of literary figures and art enthusiasts.
Likla Lall received the Best Children's Author award for her impactful book, "Ganesh Haloi: Colours of Home." Published by Art1st Books, the book delves into the life of artist Ganesh Haloi, who was displaced by the Partition of India in 1950. Lall masterfully conveys Haloi's journey from his birthplace in present-day Bangladesh to his artistic development in Calcutta.
The book, illustrated by Eva Sanchez Gomez, simplifies Haloi's complex life for young readers aged seven and above while retaining emotional depth. It includes artistic exercises for children and thoughtfully depicts Haloi's evolution through recurring imagery, symbolizing his growth and eventual sense of arrival.
"Ganesh Haloi: Colours of Home" artfully integrates historical context, including the Partition and Haloi's experiences in refugee camps and various art institutions. The latter half of the book features a workbook section, encouraging young readers to explore art inspired by their surroundings, mirroring Haloi's artistic philosophy of solitude and connection with nature.
