A teen with a brush, a dream, and a festival stage
Ruhi Samant, a 17-year-old face painter, found her spark for art early on. “My attraction to vibrant colours was influenced by my mother, an internationally certified makeup artist from a young age. Observing her work inspired me to explore my own creativity through painting,” she shares. At the age of 13, Ruhi began sharing her canvas arts on Instagram, which helped her gain attention of the viewers. She says, “That led to initial sales among friends and family, eventually expanding my reach.” Managing art while studying isn’t easy. “Managing work alongside my studies has always been hectic. I study in the morning, and many times I stay up late to complete my orders,” she says. She was given an opportunity at Sunburn 2022 where she showcased her face painting and artistic skills.
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