My Art Journey!
I could address my
passions of life after I completed my worldly responsibilities, and art is one
of them. When I took up painting in 2017 when I shifted to Bangalore. In new
city to avoid my Loneliness and in order to mend a broken health, I didn’t think
I would have any talent at drawing or painting. I am completely self-taught and
inspired by others. I’m not one of those ‘expressive’ artist. I think my
creativity levels heighten when I'm stressed or depressed. ...sometimes it is
one step backwards, two steps forward, but at least I am still giving it a
go.
Initially I used to
concentrate more on Indian folk arts. Especially I used to focus on Madhubhani,
Warli and pattachitra paintings, Gond art. Recently I was amazed to see Kerala
Mural paintings in temple walls and learnt Mural painting. It is rich, vibrant
bold yet delicate style of painting. Paintings show artistic brilliance as
there is acute clarity in form, costumes and expressions.
My art experience
which I acquired by teaching myself. And later I took guidance from Bhavika. I
am very happy that I learnt blending colours, shading and detailing. It has
driven me to experiment in various art media and explore various themes and
style. Yet I practice my art with own boundaries.
Instead I try to do
other things besides paint/draw that can still be I always have such pretty
images in my head that I would love to put down on paper. A self-taught artist,
who doesn't restrict herself to one single medium and paints on just about
anything.
She has transformed mundane things like tea kettles, buckets, plates
and even a chair into pieces of art.
One of the most
important things I learned is that as an artist one should always be ready to
learn and improve, as there’s always something else to learn. And art is one of
them. I remember how relaxed I felt when I was painting. Inspiration is all
around you. Start to notice what attracts you and record it as a reference for
future paintings. The more you begin to notice the inspiration around you, the
sharper you will get at recognizing it. . In every painting I try to learn,
improve, Experiment & put my more effort.
Art is healing
because it forces you to forge a connection between your mind and your body.
Every time you sit down to write a song or paint a picture, you’re using mental
processes in a physically engaging activity. One of the best ways of coping
with and transforming emotional pain into something meaningful is to express it
through creativity. It has made me thrilled because I have found myself most peaceful
when I have been closest to creating.
This painting is probably the onset of my creative journey in life and
decided to continue this art.
JaishreeIyer
