Viashnu Namdeo Adarkar, Professor - Director J. J. School of Applied Arts also popularly kmnown to all as "Dada Adarkar".
These are his personal paintings from 1981 - 1994
2. DADA ADARKAR’S PAINTINGS Dada started painting for leisure and fun after his retirement from J. J. School of Art Mumbai. These are his paintings from 1981 to 1994 when Aaji and he would visit us in USA. These paintings span over almost 15 years. We have enjoyed these thoroughly and are honored to have them as a legacy of his warmth and affection for all of us. All our friends who came in contact with Dada loved and admired him for his knowledge, sense of humor and zest for life. He would have been 100 years old today. This presentation is dedicated in his memory for all the family and friends to enjoy. With lots of love, Nilima and Avi 23 August 2008
3. “ Ashtakamal” is an eight petal lotus flower, a symbol of purity and the eight principles in Hindu philosophy (Karma, Dharma, Bhakti, Jyana, Dhyana, Advaita, Atma and Moksha). It is also the emblem of divine power and a resting place for all deities ( Chandogya Upanishad 51.227 . ) This stained glass design was made by Dada for the skylight in our home in Shrewsbury, MA 1982 “ Ashtakamal”
