New Delhi, March 9: Today, we explore the life of Wajid Khan, a renowned sculptor, inventor, and patent holder who remarkably remains detached from the conventional art world. Instead of brushes and paints, he uses hammers and nails to create his masterpieces, proving that art can be made from any object, not just colors and brushes.
Born on March 10, 1981, in Songiri village of Madhya Pradesh’s Mandsaur district, Wajid has showcased his art through various mediums, including iron nail art, automobile art, and sculpture. After leaving his home in Mandsaur, he survived by selling old clothes, going to bed hungry, and spending cold nights on the pavement. However, during this struggle, he learned some of life’s most valuable lessons.
His family became frustrated with his passion for art after he completed fifth grade. His farming father was particularly upset, while Wajid was busy creating the world’s smallest press. He astonished everyone by crafting a tiny iron press from steel and iron.
By the age of 14, he had built the smallest boat that could float on water. After conquering land and water, he turned his attention to the sky, creating a helicopter in his artwork. As he received praise for these creations, Wajid’s dreams began to take flight. Those who witnessed his inventions were amazed, but a lack of guidance prevented them from receiving the recognition they deserved.
In an interview, Wajid Khan stated, “I neither sketch nor mark. I create portraits directly. When I work on a portrait, I place the board on the floor and hammer it, so I can’t see the portrait until it’s done. I waited three years to discover what I had created and how it looked. If you hit a nail in the wrong place, the entire portrait gets ruined.”
Wajid’s artistry extends beyond nails. He has created a stunning portrait of the famous Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa using stones.
He is a perfectionist. Like a method actor, he fully immerses himself in his portraits. He explains, “When I embody a character, I live that life. I enjoy living that personality more than just hard work. I create costumes that reflect that character, behave accordingly, and adopt similar body language. I’ve learned so much across various segments that I can create art from any material in the world.”
Wajid has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including recognition in the Guinness World Records, the Golden Book of World Records, and the Limca Book of Records.
Arpit Soni has had a passion for journalism since the beginning. Now he has turned this hobby into his profession. Arpit, who is a resident of Udaipur, enjoys editing and writing news related to journalism. He has worked as a Senior Content Producer in several important roles at Bhaskar, Patrika, Pratahkal, Punjab Kesari, and Times. Arpit completed his schooling in Udaipur and Jaipur. He has been working in the media industry for more than 10 years, and his journey is still continuing. ✍️📚
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