SDAF Art Camp at Della Resorts

From 9th to 11th February 2026, amidst the serene landscape and tranquil luxury of Della Resorts, Lonavala I had the privilege of participating in an art camp that proved to be far more than a scheduled event—it became a living, breathing celebration of creativity, dialogue, collaboration, and shared inspiration.

Nestled away from the noise of everyday life, the setting itself seemed to invite introspection. The gentle rhythm of nature, the expansive skies, and the calm surroundings created the perfect canvas even before the first brush touched paint. It was a space where time slowed down, allowing ideas to surface organically and conversations to unfold with depth and meaning.

The camp was beautifully conceptualized and curated by Mr. Parvez Damania, Director of the Shivdutt Das Art Foundation (SDAF), whose vision continues to create meaningful platforms for artists to connect and evolve. The seamless coordination and thoughtful management by Mr. Prashant Vedak of Art Embassy Mumbai ensured that every moment was purposeful yet fluid. Their combined efforts transformed the gathering into a dynamic creative retreat.

”It was truly a pleasure to meet Mr. Shivdutt Das and Mrs. Sonam Shivdutt Das, founders of the Shivdutt Das Art Foundation (SDAF), along with Mr. Parvez Damania Sir, Director of SDAF, and Mr. Prashant Vedak, Art Camp Manager, Art Embassy Mumbai.”

Bringing together 16 distinguished artists from diverse backgrounds and artistic disciplines, the camp became a vibrant exchange of perspectives. Each artist arrived with their own language of expression—some rooted in abstraction, others in realism, some exploring contemporary narratives while others reflected cultural memory. Yet, despite these varied approaches, there was a unifying thread: a deep respect for art and for one another’s creative journeys.

”It was my pleasure to meet Mr. Farokh Engineer, Sir – a former Indian cricketer and renowned wicketkeeper-batsman.”

What made this experience extraordinary was not only the art created but the dialogue that surrounded it. Ideas flowed as freely as color on canvas. Conversations extended beyond technique into philosophy, process, and purpose. There were moments of silent concentration, punctuated by laughter, critique, encouragement, and shared discovery. Every artwork born during those three days carried not just pigment, but presence—echoes of reflection, collaboration, and collective energy.

”It was my pleasure to meet Ashish Chowdhry. I truly love his Dhamaal (movie) series!”

I feel deeply honored to have been part of this special confluence of creativity. Opportunities like these reaffirm the importance of artistic communities and the power of thoughtfully curated platforms.

”Mr. Parvez Damania Sir with his family. The Art Camp was conceptualized and curated by him, Director of the Shivdutt Das Art Foundation.”

”Mr. Shivdutt Das and Mrs. Sonam Shivdutt Das”

My heartfelt gratitude to the Shivdutt Das founders of the Foundation (SDAF), Mr. Parvez Damania, Mr. Shivdutt Das, Mrs. Sonam Shivdutt Das, Mr. Prashant Vedak, Ms. Aviva Damania, our gracious hosts at Della Resorts, and the entire dedicated team whose vision, warmth, and commitment elevated this gathering into something truly memorable.

The art camp was held at the elegant Della Gallery, the dedicated art venue within Della Resorts, Lonavala

And to my fellow artist friends—thank you for your openness, generosity of spirit, and for being companions in this beautiful creative journey. Experiences like this do not end when the camp concludes; they continue to resonate in our work, in our conversations, and in the stories we carry forward.