Heading for the River

Oil on paper (22" x 15")

This is a painting of an old Indian man headed towards the fiver Ganga for his morning ablutions and prayers. For those who dont know, Ganga holds a special place in the Hindu system. It is supposed to have the ability to cleanse everyone of his sins and curses. A small jar containing Ganga jal (water of ganga) can e found in each and every household in India. Coming back to the painting, I tried to do it with bold brush strokes. I am not particularly satisfied with the background. There are many confusing colour passages in there.

All comments and suggestions are most welcome. Please visit my blog here to see my other works too.

My first apearance --" From the temple " ............ by Suresh Pethe

I must thank Arti-ji for accepting my request so promptly and giving me an opportunity to display my work among the ARTIST FAMILY  and the viewer of this BLOG.

 Few things about me is -- I am a retired civil engineer and come across ' accidentally '  with an organisation like SANSKAR BHARATI . It is well known for art contribution nationwide .  Every member of Sanskar bharati have taught me and since last seven years, at least one a day I am painting or sketching.

This is my first landscape on this blog  " From the temple " in watercolor . The size is 15" x 11" on  hand made paper. My other works are available at ,

http://sketching-bysureshpethe.blogspot.com/

Experts' comments from you all , will be a tonic for me in my future journey of learning.
For any inquiries  and or discussion you are welcomed at,

sureshpethe@gmail.com

with kind regards

By Suresh Pethe

Welcome, Suresh Pethe

Let's welcome another member into our family- Mr. Suresh Pethe from Pune, Maharashtra. A retired engineer by profession, Suresh creates beautiful watercolors and some very interesting sketch work. You can take a look at his blog here.

Monsoon Melody by Padmaja

water color sized 12'' by 14''
In Mumbai, it is pouring everyday and I enjoy the sound of the rain, in spite of the several hassles with the daily activities. During rainy season, a dancing peacock is a delight to watch. The joy that the rain brings extends to humans as well. The children in our apartment complex dance in the rain to their hearts' content with not a care in the world and not worrying about getting sick! Looking at them from my balcony, I was inspired. I took reference from a news paper photo and altered it to my choice. Some adults can let go of themselves and dance in the rain to express the feeling of joy that the rain brings. This is such a moment!

Texture Based by Riya Rathore

Texture Based, Oil Painting on Canvas, 2.25 Feet X 2.25 Feet

Thank you Arti ji for giving me opportunity to contribute on "Artist's of India" Blog. Greeting's to all the contributing Artists and Visitors of this blog.

I am sharing my first post on this blog completed by me May 2010. This a texture based painting in Oil done on canvas. This painting has three different types of texture on Background, Hair an duck. Will look forward for everyone's feedback and comments.

You can also follow my blog for my latest completed work available on http://riyarathore.blogspot.com

With Warm Regards,
Riya Rathore
Artist from Bangalore
rajnirathore2009@gmail.com

Welcome, Riya!

Lets welcome Riya Rathore, a talented artist from Bangalore,India. You can see her paintings in oils at her blog.Welcome to the family, Riya.

trees n more by Ajay Patil

Otherday I was clearing my cupboard and realized I have pile of paintings,few "ok"ones and many "not so good" ones. time to shred them.

This is one such "just ok" painting ,watercolor done few wks back, plein air.

Watercolours by Veda Murthy

This is a postcard of Switzerland which my dad bought on his trip to Europe. Switzerland is known for its hilly landscapes, partly forested, and beautiful flower fields.

Watercolours on Strathmore Watercolour paper Size ~ 9" x 12"~


Thank you Arti for making me a part of Artists of India blog. Hope you all like my work. Will look forward to all your comments and feedback. Have a lovely day!!!!!

Welcome Veda Murthy

Lets Welcome Veda Murthy, a talented young artist who creates beautiful paintings and traditional Indian handiwork. Do give her a visit at www.kaikriye.blogspot.com.

Family by Padmaja

Acrylic on Card board sized 12'' by 14 ''

I have tried a modern expressionistic way to say what I feel about a family here. For me, a family is being together all the time in ups and downs of our lives, being able to express with out fear what we feel towards each other for good or bad and loving one another for what we are. I used four different hands of a family of four to show the strength, love and bonding that is shared. I remember this quote at this time, "What greater thing is there for human souls than to feel that they are joined for life - to be with each other in silent unspeakable memories." ~George Eliot

Alexey Steele Portrait by Rishi Kapil

Alexey Portrait

24 x 32 , Oil on Canvas

Year : 2010

Status : Available


To see more of my works visit : rishikapil.blogspot.com

Contact me at glxspeciality@gmail.com

Welcome

Rahul Salve is a watercolorist from Aurangabad, India; who has joined our little group of artists today.You may see his work at his link here and welcome him.

A day out by Padmaja

Acrylic on Canvas sized 9" by 12", I did this remembering my day out at the Highway one, California. It was a warm and sunny morning.

Old wada- Vasai by Ajay Patil

Rain gave some gap today and I could paint outdoors.

Wada at Vasai , town near Mumbai

Visit me at http://www.ajaypatilpaintings.com/

The Rider

The Rider,
6"X8".Oil on canvas board.

If you are interested in buying this painting please email me at sreenivasa.ram.makineedi@gmail.com
www.makineedi.com 

The Fall by Padmaja

Acrylic on Paper sized 14" by 18 "
The drive from Baroda to Saputara had always been exciting and special for me.. enjoying rural Gujarat is something that has to be experienced. This is a random place on this drive where a small river falls down as a beautiful fall. I have used my artistic freedom and added those trees! Also this painting was made as a fengshui element to someone who wanted prosperity and seems like it did give them lot of money! Coincidence? No idea! What mattered was my intention of making this painting was well served and that made me happy :-)

Portrait Study by Rishi Kapil

12 x 16 , Oil on Canvas

Private Collection , 2010

This portrait was intended to study skin tones in bright light not from a single source.

To view more of my works visit Rishi's Passion for Painting

For portrait commissions mail me at glxspeciality@gmail.com

Brothers.
6"X8". Oil on hardboard panel.

If you are interested in buying this painting please email me at sreenivasa.ram.makineedi@gmail.com
www.makineedi.com

Faces of Angkor by Padmaja

One of the interesting sculpture that caught my attention at the Angkorwat, Cambodia was the churning of the ocean by the Devas. I tried to do a figurative abstract out of it by making use of the artist freedom, just taking the faces and the perspective in to account. I have shared the photo that I took when I visited the place. I used 3 canvasses of 24 " by 48 " to get a big view.

Low tide

Watercolour on paper (15" X 20")

Boats have always been one of my favourite subjects. I love to paint them from time to time.
All comments and suggestions are welcome.
Please visit my blog here

Portrait Study - BMK by Rishi Kapil

Portrait Study - BMK

12 x 14 , Oil on Canvas

Private Collection , 2009

To view more of my works visit : My Blog

This is a portrait study from my private collection. I just enjoyed painting this portrait.The cap was interesting to paint.This was a quick portrait which I managed to complete in 4 - 5 hours though not alla prima.

Mail me for portrait commissions at glxspeciality@gmail.com

Cow herd - Praveen Chavan

Medium : Watercolour on handmade paper

Size       : 11" x 15"

Status    : Available

I had taken a photograph of these cows during a cycling trip.

There was a subtle mist and the morning sun was shining down upon the tar road and the green grass.

This was posted earlier on my blog.

Rain, rain dont go away! by Padmaja

Water color on Paper sized 9" by 12 "

The Temples of Angkor Wat, Cambodia are surrounded by high and very dense jungle and many beautiful ponds, small creeks or rivers. We chose a rainy day to visit Siem Reap, a vibrant town that serves as a gate way to Angkor Wat. Due to the heavy rain, the ponds and lakes were over flowing. We were sort of uncomfortable to carry umbrellas and roam around in the pouring rain. But when we saw these little boys swimming in the lake and enjoying the rain, we threw our umbrellas and enjoyed the rain as well!

Cleanest Village ----Ajay Patil

This painting was done at Mawlynnong -Meghalaya which is known as cleanest village of Asia. i am not sure if its official status but the village is clean for sure.

http://indiaonfoot.com/cleanest-village-in-asia/

Half imperial size watercolor on paper. As I was with group this painting was done in less than 40 minutes on location and mostly wet in wet

visit my website for more paintings http://www.ajaypatilpaintings.com/

The complete bazaar - Prabal Mallick

Title - The complete bazaar
Size - 11 inch x 15 inch
Medium - Watercolor on paper
Year - 2009
Status - Sold

'Roti Kapda aur Makaan' meaning Bread, Clothes and a House are supposed to be the three basic requirements of a human being..And aint it cool to get all of it at just one place??