Of Gayan-bayan and Poong Cholom

 The 'khol' or the drum players are the inevitable part of Assam's 'Naam-kirtan' as well as classical 'Sattriya nritya'. The pristine attire of the khol players add to the beautiful beats and are a treat to the soul.

Ever since my childhood, I am fascinated by Manipuri drum beaters....with their pristine fine white 'uttariya' flowing in the air in accordance to their beats, they are a treat to the ears as much to the eyes...I wonder how they manage to synchronise their acrobatic movements to the rhythm of their drum which they call 'khol' or 'poong'. These works of mine are a tribute to them.

Dream....

Trance, a state of mind, a state I achieve when I'm with my canvas and colors, a state when I shut myself down from my surroundings, a state which takes me to a world known only to me, a state, to be , myself, a state of trance...and in my trance, I have this beautiful dream....

Wait by the waves...............

Of Pears and Grapes....

A commissioned still life.......It was a pleasure to paint this and I am pretty happy the way the fruits took the shape...not very happy with the jug but.

Morning Glow

Tried to capture the morning glow but its still incomplete as I wish to enhance the light....lets see when it happens..:)

My first Group Show

For three full days, I was in a different world, surrounded by beautiful creations from various creative minds, walked and talked with names of great respect in their respective field, it was an experience I'll cherish for my life.....my venture into the public platform for the very first time...

A tribute to Jamini Roy

Last October during Durga Pooja, I found a book in a book stall at the pandal...It had digital rendition of Jamini Roy's beautiful paintings.......though the lines are not half as flamboyant and graceful as Roy's, but, certainly had an appeal. and needless to say, inspired me to do this acrylic on canvas...albeit in black and white....