Art has always been my way of expressing the beauty I see in nature and the emotions that words can not capture. I create paintings that invite the viewer to pause, reflect and experience a sense of calm and serenity. Each canvas begins with observations and followed by transformation into a more personal interpretation through color and form. My country India is endowed with natural beauty and rich heritage. I have great respect for the mighty Himalayas and the river Ganges.
For me, the Himalayas is a symbol of strength and the Ganges is the flow of energy. I have traveled the Himalayan region, from Jammu and Kashmir to Sikkim, and followed the Ganges from Gangotri to Kolkata. All this has brought me close to nature and has inspired me to paint landscapes. It is a divine experience to have a feeling of being a part of nature.

I am impressed by the people living in close proximity with nature. Their energy level infuses me to work hard. My visits to ancient Hindu temples in Himalayan region, on the bank of the river Ganges at Varanasi and in Southern Peninsula cast a hypnotic spell on me. The devotion and dedication with which the sculptures of Indian Gods and Goddesses were made is incomparable. The contribution of these artists to the heritage of my country is the next thing I wish to share through my paintings.

I am a self taught artist who has learnt through experimentation, experience and guidance by way of appreciation and criticism by people surrounding me. I have learnt by following the works of old masters and contemporary artists. Attending art appreciation course at the National Gallery of Modern Art Delhi further broadened my vision and I learnt to view works by other artists and my own works with a more matured perspective. My solo exhibition at Lalit Kala Academy gave me a chance to interact with contemporary artists and art critics and further contributed to my progress in the field of art.

My medium of choice are oil and acrylic on canvas because they allow me to layer emotions, light and texture. For me, the subject, technique, material and involvement, all are important. My style of painting is a combination of realism with expressionism, where every brushstroke carries both detail and spontaneity. I try to paint with integrity, following time tested rules of composition and methodology. With the passage of time, I feel more confident and mature, and more open to change.

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