This diptych portrays the Shivalingam tree with its divine brightly coloured flowers. These flowers with its unique design have always fascinated me and I wanted to capture the beauty of this unusual tree in all its splendour. The canvas is very textured and is full of light , colours and joy.
When I visit villages along riverbanks or sea shores, I observe the concentration of a fisherman in his daily routine with fishing, fish, and boat. They work hard, yet find joy in it. An essence I wanted to capture with earth colors on paper.
Painting inspired by a 11th Century Chola Bronze, Year – 2018, Current location of the original Sculpture – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. A humble attempt to bring awareness to our Heritage.