This Dharwad resident has turned her love for rains and nature into a gifting venture

Lifestyle By Prutha Chakraborthy 01/11/2023 Read the article

‘Apratimpous’ in Marathi means unparalleled rain. It encompasses the essences of Marathi and inspiration from the Dharwad rains which Varsha Samuel was enamoured by as a child.

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Samuel promotes urban organic vegetable farming and composting. She also conducts tree trails, scavenger hunts and other skill-based workshops and activities in Dharwad.

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“I am now translating that inspiration into my paintings and illustrations,” she says. And that is how her website, Apratimpous, was born in 2021.

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The website features her memory illustrations that she made while being cooped up at home due to her diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. She ships to interested buyers across India.

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“We focus on giving various gifting options that feature original artworks, are high on aesthetics, and 100% eco-friendly in nature, even in terms of packaging,” she informs.

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One of her best-selling products is the sustainable wooden desktop calendar. Made from repurposed teakwood and strong hardboard.

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Samuel has been capturing Dharwad rains mostly on her camera. She even shares the pictures on her social media.

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“My photographs have also tempted many other non-Dharwad friends and contacts of mine to visit Dharwad for the unique Monsoons experience,” she signs off.

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