Hariom TiwariA skilled cartoonist, Hariom Tiwari, learnt the basics of cartooning from his guru -the legendary cartoonist, late Shri R K Laxman- and has since devoted himself completely to this art. He has developed a new stream of cartooning on socio-environmentl issues, and has done credible work in advocacy-based cartooning. Born in the small village of Billowa in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh on 15th August 1968, Hariom has a Post Graduate degree in Soil Science from Jabalpur. His career as a cartoonist spans three decades, starting from his college days in 1989. He has worked for reputed newspapers as an editorial cartoonist and has contributed extensively to reputed national magazines. Hariom has received many awards and felicitations for excellence in cartooning. In order to promote the art of cartooning and encourage young talent, Hariom has formed the Cartoon Art Society. Hariom is also active in theatre and has acted in many plays and films. Read More Read Less