Kendrit I

"Kendrit" means "Focused". It is often thought that the goal of meditation is to empty the mind. However It's not about "emptying" the mind; it's about focusing on a single focal point or object that could be physical or mental. When the mind wanders,harnessing it and refocusing is achieved through meditation.When total focus of the mind upon a single object is achieved, the mind is totally absorbed in the object to the exclusion of all  distractions. 

We all occasionally experience this state spontaneously when for instance listening to a favourite piece of music or being engrossed in the arts. This focus is the key to a change in experiencing life and relating to others around us. The practice of Kendrit has no age bar and hence this is depicted in the series where the monks are obviously across the age spectrum from the novice child monk to the experienced ageing monk.
Acrylic on canvas (48 x 24)

Acquired

Kendrit II

"Kendrit" means "Focused". It is often thought that the goal of meditation is to empty the mind. However It's not about "emptying" the mind; it's about focusing on a single focal point or object that could be physical or mental. When the mind wanders,harnessing it and refocusing is achieved through meditation.When total focus of the mind upon a single object is achieved, the mind is totally absorbed in the object to the exclusion of all  distractions. 

We all occasionally experience this state spontaneously when for instance listening to a favourite piece of music or being engrossed in the arts. This focus is the key to a change in experiencing life and relating to others around us. The practice of Kendrit has no age bar and hence this is depicted in the series where the monks are obviously across the age spectrum from the novice child monk to the experienced ageing monk.
Acrylic on canvas (48 x 24)

Acquired

Kendrit III
"Kendrit" means "Focused". It is often thought that the goal of meditation is to empty the mind. However It's not about "emptying" the mind; it's about focusing on a single focal point or object that could be physical or mental. When the mind wanders,harnessing it and refocusing is achieved through meditation.When total focus of the mind upon a single object is achieved, the mind is totally absorbed in the object to the exclusion of all  distractions. 

We all occasionally experience this state spontaneously when for instance listening to a favourite piece of music or being engrossed in the arts. This focus is the key to a change in experiencing life and relating to others around us. The practice of Kendrit has no age bar and hence this is depicted in the series where the monks are obviously across the age spectrum from the novice child monk to the experienced ageing monk.
Acrylic on canvas (48 x 24)

Acquired

On the Wings of Good Fortune II
The work  depicts the movement of the auspicious winds through  the cranes that have been a symbol of happiness and eternal youth throughout  Asia .The Japanese refer to the crane as “the bird of happiness;” the Chinese as “heavenly crane” believing they were symbols of wisdom. The powerful wings of the crane were believed to be able to convey souls up to paradise and to uplift mortals to higher levels of spiritual being. In Greek mythology the crane was usually considered to be a bird of Apollo, the sun god, who heralded in Spring and light.

Acrylic and pen on canvas 72" X 36" 
Acquired

The Awakening 
In Buddhism, the bud of the lotus symbolises potential. The lotus flower represents an awakening, spiritual growth, and enlightenment. Just as the lotus flower emerges from the water clean, the lotus also represents purity of body, speech, and mind. 
Acrylic on canvas (36 X 48)
Acquired 
Series: Miscellaneous works

The Courtyard of Serenity II
A courtyard is a fascinating architectural space. The artist connects this space to a spiritual experience. Located usually in the very centre of strong built-up living areas and opening up to the skies and the elements, a courtyard seems to be synonymous to the spirituality that lies within us... that spirituality which opens our minds and bodies to the greater scheme of life itself. 

Across cultures the courtyard is a space where people meet and bond. It is sacred to the concept of families, their beliefs and their love. In Hindu households the courtyard is the space where the sacred Tulsi plant is tended to and nurtured. Hence the parallel drawn to our internal sacred courtyard of love which we may adorn, nurture and help flourish. Our own courtyard of serenity.
Mixed media on canvas (48" X 36")
Acquired via TAD Arts

The Courtyard of Serenity I
A courtyard is a fascinating architectural space. The artist connects this space to a spiritual experience. Located usually in the very centre of strong built-up living areas and opening up to the skies and the elements, a courtyard seems to be synonymous to the spirituality that lies within us... that spirituality which opens our minds and bodies to the greater scheme of life itself. 

Across cultures the courtyard is a space where people meet and bond. It is sacred to the concept of families, their beliefs and their love. In Hindu households the courtyard is the space where the sacred Tulsi plant is tended to and nurtured. Hence the parallel drawn to our internal sacred courtyard of love which we may adorn, nurture and help flourish. Our own courtyard of serenity.

Mixed media on canvas (36" X 36")
Status: Acquired

A town named Nostalgia I I look back with a mix of emotions: sadness for the people who are gone, nostalgia for times that have passed, but immense gratitude for the wonderful opportunities that came my way. - Dick Van Patten
Acrylic on canvas 27 X 42
Acquired via Art for Concern

A town named Nostalgia II
I look back with a mix of emotions: sadness for the people who are gone, nostalgia for times that have passed, but immense gratitude for the wonderful opportunities that came my way. - Dick Van Patten
Acrylic on canvas 27 X 36
Acquired via Art for Concern

A town named Nostalgia III
I look back with a mix of emotions: sadness for the people who are gone, nostalgia for times that have passed, but immense gratitude for the wonderful opportunities that came my way. - Dick Van Patten

Acrylic on canvas 30 X 48

Status: Available 

Tabernacle of the Soul I 
During the Exodus, the tabernacle was a portable worship facility with the outer court, the holy place and the holiest of holies. The Apostle Paul referred to man as the temple of God - hence the outer court being the body or flesh; the holy place is like the soul; and the holiest of holies like the spirit. The Buddhists believe, as do the Hindus that the body is the tabernacle of the soul. Across faiths it is therefore, almost ritualistic to care for the  body as one would, a place of worship, a temple or tabernacle. The work attempts to illustrate and carry this message underlining the belief that within each of us lies a soul and resides our God. Hence each one of us is worthy of respect by the other.

Acrylic on canvas / 36" X 36"
Acquired

Tabernacle of the Soul II
During the Exodus, the tabernacle was a portable worship facility with the outer court, the holy place and the holiest of holies. The Apostle Paul referred to man as the temple of God - hence the outer court being the body or flesh; the holy place is like the soul; and the holiest of holies like the spirit. The Buddhists believe, as do the Hindus that the body is the tabernacle of the soul. Across faiths it is therefore, almost ritualistic to care for the  body as one would, a place of worship, a temple or tabernacle. The work attempts to illustrate and carry this message underlining the belief that within each of us lies a soul and resides our God. Hence each one of us is worthy of respect by the other.
Acrylic on canvas / 36" X 36"
Acquired via Art Houz, Chennai

Tabernacle of the Soul IV 
During the Exodus, the tabernacle was a portable worship facility with the outer court, the holy place and the holiest of holies. The Apostle Paul referred to man as the temple of God - hence the outer court being the body or flesh; the holy place is like the soul; and the holiest of holies like the spirit. The Buddhists believe, as do the Hindus that the body is the tabernacle of the soul. Across faiths it is therefore, almost ritualistic to care for the  body as one would, a place of worship, a temple or tabernacle. The work attempts to illustrate and carry this message underlining the belief that within each of us lies a soul and resides our God. Hence each one of us is worthy of respect by the other.

Acrylic on canvas / 48" X 36"
Acquired

Tabernacle of the Soul III 

During the Exodus, the tabernacle was a portable worship facility with the outer court, the holy place and the holiest of holies. The Apostle Paul referred to man as the temple of God - hence the outer court being the body or flesh; the holy place is like the soul; and the holiest of holies like the spirit. The Buddhists believe, as do the Hindus that the body is the tabernacle of the soul. Across faiths it is therefore, almost ritualistic to care for the  body as one would, a place of worship, a temple or tabernacle. The work attempts to illustrate and carry this message underlining the belief that within each of us lies a soul and resides our God. Hence each one of us is worthy of respect by the other.

Acrylic on canvas / 48" X 36"

Acquired

Sanjeevani
The work depicts the ever popular theme from the epic, The Ramayana. To the artist , in essence this part of the epic beautifully brings forth and epitomises, devotion, resilience, and perseverance.This is depicted by the  flower not only pushing through the rock but blooming as well.
Acrylic on canvas (40" X 36")
Available via Saatchi
Series: Miscellaneous works