Antar Yatra III (Journey within)

Size - 122cm x 92cm

Medium - Acrylic

 

ARTIST THOUGHT

 

"Antar Yaatra:"embodies the profound exploration of the inner self. At the heart of the painting, a sage, deeply engaged in spiritual practice, chants the revered Gayatri Mantra—a powerful invocation for enlightenment and wisdom. The mantra, inscribed on his forehead in Hindi, resonates with the essence of existence:

"O thou existence Absolute, Creator of the three dimensions, we contemplate upon thy divine light. May He stimulate our intellect and bestow upon us true knowledge.

Dressing himself in a sacred manner  for the Shiva prayer, the sage's preparation signifies both a physical and spiritual readiness to connect with the divine. His chanting is guiding him inward on a transformative journey. As he delves deeper into meditation, he seeks to harmonize with universal energies, aspiring to unite with Lord Shiva (the idol on the left of the artwork),one of the principal deities in Hinduism, symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction.

The painting captures this sacred moment of introspection and reverence, inviting viewers to reflect on their own journeys within. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual practices in attaining higher consciousness and the ultimate goal of self-realization.