The Boy & The Ox - II 

A series inspired by the parables and art of Asian cultures, where the ox and a boy are often depicted together  symbolizing a balance between practicality and spirituality.  the Ox, a symbol of strength, diligence and reliability is ridden by a small  boy enjoying a carefree childhood in an agrarian backdrop. The Ox being shepherded is metaphorically the mind being cultivated. Different perspectives are reflected in their conversations as each represent a different philosophy and help each other navigate life's challenges. The messages are  based on the three pillars of Chinese philosophy: Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism 

Conversations between them convey these uplifting messages in a very simple form. They learn that purpose comes from engaging with life, with each other and truly the very small things that make all the difference. 

"These mountains that you are carrying, you were only supposed to climb." - Najwa Zebian

Acrylic on canvas | 36" X 36"

Status: Available

The Boy & The Ox - I 
A series inspired by the parables and art of Asian cultures, where the ox and a boy are often depicted together  symbolizing a balance between practicality and spirituality.  the Ox, a symbol of strength, diligence and reliability is ridden by a small  boy enjoying a carefree childhood in an agrarian backdrop. The Ox being shepherded is metaphorically the mind being cultivated. Different perspectives are reflected in their conversations as each represent a different philosophy and help each other navigate life's challenges. The messages are  based on the three pillars of Chinese philosophy: Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism 

Conversations between them convey these uplifting messages in a very simple form. They learn that purpose comes from engaging with life, with each other and truly the very small things that make all the difference. 

"These mountains that you are carrying, you were only supposed to climb." - Najwa Zebian

Acrylic on canvas | 48" X 36"

Status: Available

Dev Bhoomi III 

Dev Bhoomi is the fascinating land where the the Gods and Godesses reside. A land where the Sun God rides his chariot, where the Trinity reside, and where the Bow of Indra provides an ethereal backdrop. It is a land where the rivers flow with milk like the white waters of the Ganga, beside which the Goddesses feed on Ambrosia and nectar is their wine. The air is scented with the fragrance of Jasmine and the paths strewn with love. This is where the sacred mountain, Sumeru exists in all its glory. This is that land where mortals would aspire to enter like Yudhishthir and his faithful dog had, only to be pulled down by the burden of their sins just as Draupadi and the four Pandavas were. This 'kalpana' of Dev Bhumi is what the Artist attempts to translate onto his canvas. 

Acrylic on canvas (36 X 40)
Status: Acquired

Divine Resonance - The Sacred Chant  II
The work attempts to capture a state of inner peace and calmness that is achieved through the philosophy of simple living, a truthful soul and high thinking....that Garden of Tranquility in one's own secret space. The work urges the viewer to contemplate and listen for the resonance of the sound of ripples in the dark and indeed the sound of the blossoming of the lotus.... the power of the resonance of silence.
Acrylic on canvas 48" X 36"  
Status: Available via Gallerie Artistique

Keshav

Mythology is fascinating. This work is based on  the Hindu God Krishna and his battles against his evil uncle Kansa, who unleashes demonic forces to terminate the young Krishna. In this instance Kansa  finally assigns the demon Keshi who assumes the form of a huge horse. Keshi gallops at the speed of thought, wears the earth with his hooves and scatters celestial vehicles and clouds in the sky with his mane  in search of Krishna. Krishna challenges Keshi to a duel, as they engage in battle, Keshi roars like a lion strikes with his hooves, opens his mouth and attacks Krishna who thrusts his arm  into Keshi's mouth, and chokes him to death. 

 The work depicts this epic battle with the evil Kansa in the top left window and the contrasting tranquil form of a cow in the bottom right. It is also believed that while "Keshav" is widely used to refer to lord Vishnu, It applies to Krishna ( an avatar of Vishnu) as he had slain Keshi. Interestingly, Keshighat is a major bathing ghat on the river Yamuna in Vrindavan, where Krishna is believed to have overpowered Keshi. It is also believed that Keshi represents doubts that run like wild horses in the mind and hence need to be conquered.

Acrylic on Canvas | 48" X 36

Status: Acquired via Gallerie Artistique

Series: Miscellaneous works