Manohar Vitthal Desai is known nationally and internationally for the application of calligraphy on canvas in his paintings. Currently, he is working as ‘Head of the Dept. Communication Design—Graphic Design in Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune. He treats letters as a form in his compositions. His mastery of vibrant and energetic colours in his compositions is highly appreciated by many experts on the international platform. 10 of his calligraphic paintings are part of the collection at the International Calligraphy Museum in Moscow, Russia.