SaHridaya

A syncretic, mosaic interpretation… an interweaving of systems of thought, sometimes seemingly diverse, is the core of my work. 

Each square canvas that makes up the whole includes handwritten scriptures. Individuals contribute to scribing these ‘mantras’, forming a type of meditation and yoga practice, called Likhita Japa. Besides bringing about purity of heart and concentration of mind, this form of meditation provides control of and focus on an individual’s sight, tongue, and fills one with the power of endurance and peace of mind.

RAmayana

This painting co-created with the cast and crew of the production of the Ramayana by Saraswati Mahavidhyalaya in July 2015, is a depiction of the great epic focusing on the pivotal moment when Sita expresses her desire for the illusory golden deer. Ravana is depicted as half good and half evil with his conjuring of the golden deer to tempt Sita.

goddess SAraswati

This painting was co-created by the students and teachers of Saraswati Mahavidhyalaya to support the launch of its Beaufort st Studio. It depicts the Goddess Saraswati who is the creative energy that resonates within us all. Each square canvas has the scripture 'om iym kleem sow, sow kleem iym om, saraswati namastubhyam varadhe kama rupini vidhyarambham karashiyami siddi bhavatumey sadaa", scribed by each individual multiple times.

Hanuman & rama

This painting was created with the students and teachers of The Temple of Fine Arts Singapore as part of their production of the Ramayana in 2012. Cast and crew scribed the 'Hanuman Chalisa' a hymn on the monkey god Hanuman, faithful servant and devotee of Lord Rama.The Chalisa is purported to promote fearlessness and confidence.It is also believed to remove obstacles in any endeavor undertaken.