Markov says he wants to be like me. I want to be like him too.

He is unassuming and humble, but as you talk to him about his work you realize how remarkably intelligent he is. He is kind, sweet and gentle. I found his deadpan sense of humor and willingness to do crazy things (like pose as a 16th century stone carving at a monument) so unexpected and endearing.

I am glad he agreed to fly to Chennai to spend a day with me.