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I have chosen ‘realistic Still-Life painting’ as the visual language to narrate stories. The elements in every painting are connected and together they make a story unfold.
Indian women are finding their voice and place in society. They are represented by dolls inspired by the traditional Golu dolls of South India.
The compositions contain one or more sparrows that symbolise the continuation of life as we know it. The sparrows represent you, the viewer and me the story teller too.
The blank spaces within every painting is to allow us to enjoy just 1 thing at a time, telling us to keep life simple.
Come join me in this playful journey of visual stories.
Still.Life.Stories. Music
Ye Chand Sa Roushan Chehra
A little praise goes a long way to creating a lasting relationship! This one is an ode to O P Nayyar’s timeless music. The book title says it all.
The doll is dressed as Sharmila Tagore in the song from Kashmir Ki Kali. Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions are just as memorable as Sharmila Tagore’s face! Isn’t it?
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the tastes of it’s inmates.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
The doll is dressed as Sharmila Tagore in the song from Kashmir Ki Kali. Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions are just as memorable as Sharmila Tagore’s face! Isn’t it?
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the tastes of it’s inmates.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
Kab Talak chupegi
In this painting we can imagine Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions and hear Mohd Rafi singing while watching the actress trying to hide from the light… under the lamp! The song is from ‘Tumsa nahi dekha’. A little praise goes a long way to creating a lasting relationship!
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the music loving inmates of the home.
O P Nayyar’s music is timeless! The book title says it all.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the music loving inmates of the home.
O P Nayyar’s music is timeless! The book title says it all.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
Abhi Na Jaao Chodkar
‘Abhi na jaao chodkar’ from ‘Hum Dono’ [1961] evokes the feelings of love and caring symbolised here with an orange ribbon.
The lyrics say it all and conveys the feelings so well too!
Any family dislikes long separation from the member who travels for work and wishes for their early return.
‘Penn-Naari’ the lady makes the house a home. She strives to keep the family together.
Here the sparrows play the roles of the other family members - the children or siblings or parents.
Acrylics on canvas
36’ x 18’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
The lyrics say it all and conveys the feelings so well too!
Any family dislikes long separation from the member who travels for work and wishes for their early return.
‘Penn-Naari’ the lady makes the house a home. She strives to keep the family together.
Here the sparrows play the roles of the other family members - the children or siblings or parents.
Acrylics on canvas
36’ x 18’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
Ab Ke Saawan
‘Ab Ke Saawan aise barse…beha jaaye rang mere chunar se’ sung by Shubha Mudgal with its foot tapping rhythm has the ability to make listeners forget their troubles and just enjoy the moment.
How apt that she chose such an unforgettably energetic song to do so! It goes to show the universal love for rains.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents Shubha Mudgal in her quintessential red saree as she enjoys the rains.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
https://www.shobitha.in/
How apt that she chose such an unforgettably energetic song to do so! It goes to show the universal love for rains.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents Shubha Mudgal in her quintessential red saree as she enjoys the rains.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
https://www.shobitha.in/
Saawan Ka Mahina
‘Saawan Ka Mahina ‘ from Milan [1967] with all its old world charm is my vision of a rose tinted world.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents innocent Nutan as she holds our memories safe.
The feeling of joy that rains bring is universal.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Set up on a Wooden table this Still-Life painting brings indoors the feeling of being outside during the rains.
The grey background indicates cloudy skies and the vacant spaces silence the noises of the world.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents innocent Nutan as she holds our memories safe.
The feeling of joy that rains bring is universal.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Set up on a Wooden table this Still-Life painting brings indoors the feeling of being outside during the rains.
The grey background indicates cloudy skies and the vacant spaces silence the noises of the world.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
Kabir - Jaago
This is the 1st painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within, needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within, needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Guru
This is the 2nd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Deepak
This is the 3rd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Bharat
I am a proud Indian and want all Indians to be proud of my country. With this painting I would like to lend the force of my voice to magnify the message that has been so passionately worked on by some of the greats across fields and especially in the Indian music world.
Two Hindi film songs - The 1960s ‘hai Preet..’ (in the lower half) and the recent ‘suno gaur se…’ (in the colourful upper part) show the transition in our self confidence and announces that we are proud Indians.
This painting is my small contribution to making India heard.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2025
Two Hindi film songs - The 1960s ‘hai Preet..’ (in the lower half) and the recent ‘suno gaur se…’ (in the colourful upper part) show the transition in our self confidence and announces that we are proud Indians.
This painting is my small contribution to making India heard.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2025
The Sound of Music - A few of my Favourite Things
The book titles mention some of my favourite things.Stuff that make me forget my troubles. The sparrows are us, you and me. The dolls portray confident Indian women who bring up their children with similar values.
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
The Sound of Music - Climb every Mountain
‘Climb every Mountain till I find my Dream’ is a success mantra! Self belief helps us achieve our goals. The books have the memorable lyrics of the song starting from the lowest shelf till the top one. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises constant growth. The doll represents an Indian woman have loved this song and was inspired to follow her dreams.
The sparrows are us, you and me! This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The sparrows are us, you and me! This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The Sound of Music - I have Confidence in Me
Confidence is the ability to convince ourselves that we can make our dreams come true.
The books titles have the memorable song lyrics starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises growth.
The doll represents Indian women.The sparrows are us, you and me.This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The books titles have the memorable song lyrics starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises growth.
The doll represents Indian women.The sparrows are us, you and me.This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The Sound of Music - Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti
Such an easy way to learn music! Makes us feel like we can sing too!
The book titles have some of the memorable lyrics of the song and charms with the 7 musical notes starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic ‘Sound of Music’ poster brings the subject of the painting to attention. The decorative plant symbolises constant growth.
The doll shows that Indian women have been looking up to this musical treat and learning from it. The sparrows are us, the people who have been influenced and inspired to sing! This painting brings with it the joy of music!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
The book titles have some of the memorable lyrics of the song and charms with the 7 musical notes starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic ‘Sound of Music’ poster brings the subject of the painting to attention. The decorative plant symbolises constant growth.
The doll shows that Indian women have been looking up to this musical treat and learning from it. The sparrows are us, the people who have been influenced and inspired to sing! This painting brings with it the joy of music!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
Kabir - Aaj kar
This is the 1st painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Man ki Jeet
This is the 2nd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Dheere Dheere
This is the 3rd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The Sound of Music - 16 Going on 17
Every young girl’s growing years is a phase when she feels old enough to choose her path and yet not sure enough of it. So she looks to her elders for guidance.
The books titles mention the memorable lyrics of the song.
There are 7 triangles that make the compositional structure of this painting.
The sparrow represents us, the women who have lived through this phase of life and understand it well.
This painting shows an integral phase of every girl’s life!
Oil on Canvas
24’ X 30’
2024
The books titles mention the memorable lyrics of the song.
There are 7 triangles that make the compositional structure of this painting.
The sparrow represents us, the women who have lived through this phase of life and understand it well.
This painting shows an integral phase of every girl’s life!
Oil on Canvas
24’ X 30’
2024
The Sound of Music - Nothing comes from Nothing
Maturity is understanding that we cannot take credit for all the good in our lives. The Universe helps us.
The song lyrics are the book titles which are placed in an 'A' composition.
The sparrows represents us, the women who have lived life and accept that there have been many helping hands in our joys and successes. Our actions have played their part in protecting us too.
This painting tells us to be humble and grateful for all we have.
Oil on Canvas
16’ X 20’
2024
The song lyrics are the book titles which are placed in an 'A' composition.
The sparrows represents us, the women who have lived life and accept that there have been many helping hands in our joys and successes. Our actions have played their part in protecting us too.
This painting tells us to be humble and grateful for all we have.
Oil on Canvas
16’ X 20’
2024
The Sound of Music - A few of my Favourite Things
The 'M' composition is the basis of this Still Life painting. The lyrics of the song are the book titles.
Home is where one feels most secure. When we share values as a family, we find comfort at home even during the toughest times.
The sparrow represents us, the people influenced and inspired by the positive thoughts in the song.
This painting showcases an ideal Indian family that sticks together through thick and thin.
Oil on Canvas
18’ X 24’
2024
Home is where one feels most secure. When we share values as a family, we find comfort at home even during the toughest times.
The sparrow represents us, the people influenced and inspired by the positive thoughts in the song.
This painting showcases an ideal Indian family that sticks together through thick and thin.
Oil on Canvas
18’ X 24’
2024
Ye Chand Sa Roushan Chehra
A little praise goes a long way to creating a lasting relationship! This one is an ode to O P Nayyar’s timeless music. The book title says it all.
The doll is dressed as Sharmila Tagore in the song from Kashmir Ki Kali. Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions are just as memorable as Sharmila Tagore’s face! Isn’t it?
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the tastes of it’s inmates.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
The doll is dressed as Sharmila Tagore in the song from Kashmir Ki Kali. Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions are just as memorable as Sharmila Tagore’s face! Isn’t it?
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the tastes of it’s inmates.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
Kab Talak chupegi
In this painting we can imagine Shammi Kapoor’s playful actions and hear Mohd Rafi singing while watching the actress trying to hide from the light… under the lamp! The song is from ‘Tumsa nahi dekha’. A little praise goes a long way to creating a lasting relationship!
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the music loving inmates of the home.
O P Nayyar’s music is timeless! The book title says it all.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
This painting represents a table top arrangement in simple homes - home decor that reflects the music loving inmates of the home.
O P Nayyar’s music is timeless! The book title says it all.
Acrylic on canvas
12’ circular
Year: 2025
Abhi Na Jaao Chodkar
‘Abhi na jaao chodkar’ from ‘Hum Dono’ [1961] evokes the feelings of love and caring symbolised here with an orange ribbon.
The lyrics say it all and conveys the feelings so well too!
Any family dislikes long separation from the member who travels for work and wishes for their early return.
‘Penn-Naari’ the lady makes the house a home. She strives to keep the family together.
Here the sparrows play the roles of the other family members - the children or siblings or parents.
Acrylics on canvas
36’ x 18’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
The lyrics say it all and conveys the feelings so well too!
Any family dislikes long separation from the member who travels for work and wishes for their early return.
‘Penn-Naari’ the lady makes the house a home. She strives to keep the family together.
Here the sparrows play the roles of the other family members - the children or siblings or parents.
Acrylics on canvas
36’ x 18’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
Ab Ke Saawan
‘Ab Ke Saawan aise barse…beha jaaye rang mere chunar se’ sung by Shubha Mudgal with its foot tapping rhythm has the ability to make listeners forget their troubles and just enjoy the moment.
How apt that she chose such an unforgettably energetic song to do so! It goes to show the universal love for rains.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents Shubha Mudgal in her quintessential red saree as she enjoys the rains.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
https://www.shobitha.in/
How apt that she chose such an unforgettably energetic song to do so! It goes to show the universal love for rains.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents Shubha Mudgal in her quintessential red saree as she enjoys the rains.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
https://www.shobitha.in/
Saawan Ka Mahina
‘Saawan Ka Mahina ‘ from Milan [1967] with all its old world charm is my vision of a rose tinted world.
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents innocent Nutan as she holds our memories safe.
The feeling of joy that rains bring is universal.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Set up on a Wooden table this Still-Life painting brings indoors the feeling of being outside during the rains.
The grey background indicates cloudy skies and the vacant spaces silence the noises of the world.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
The doll, Penn-Naari, represents innocent Nutan as she holds our memories safe.
The feeling of joy that rains bring is universal.
The yellow umbrella welcoming monsoon showers protects us under its cover.
Set up on a Wooden table this Still-Life painting brings indoors the feeling of being outside during the rains.
The grey background indicates cloudy skies and the vacant spaces silence the noises of the world.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2024
Kabir - Jaago
This is the 1st painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within, needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within, needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Guru
This is the 2nd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Deepak
This is the 3rd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that the path of enlightenment is in Bhakti or belief in a higher being. The Guru who guides us to search for the light of knowledge within needs to be respected with as much reverence as God himself.
The Sant Kabir Dohas that I learnt in school have over the years stayed with me and make so much sense to me now.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kanjivaram silk saree.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Bharat
I am a proud Indian and want all Indians to be proud of my country. With this painting I would like to lend the force of my voice to magnify the message that has been so passionately worked on by some of the greats across fields and especially in the Indian music world.
Two Hindi film songs - The 1960s ‘hai Preet..’ (in the lower half) and the recent ‘suno gaur se…’ (in the colourful upper part) show the transition in our self confidence and announces that we are proud Indians.
This painting is my small contribution to making India heard.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2025
Two Hindi film songs - The 1960s ‘hai Preet..’ (in the lower half) and the recent ‘suno gaur se…’ (in the colourful upper part) show the transition in our self confidence and announces that we are proud Indians.
This painting is my small contribution to making India heard.
Acrylic on Canvas
48' Circle
2025
The Sound of Music - A few of my Favourite Things
The book titles mention some of my favourite things.Stuff that make me forget my troubles. The sparrows are us, you and me. The dolls portray confident Indian women who bring up their children with similar values.
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
The Sound of Music - Climb every Mountain
‘Climb every Mountain till I find my Dream’ is a success mantra! Self belief helps us achieve our goals. The books have the memorable lyrics of the song starting from the lowest shelf till the top one. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises constant growth. The doll represents an Indian woman have loved this song and was inspired to follow her dreams.
The sparrows are us, you and me! This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The sparrows are us, you and me! This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The Sound of Music - I have Confidence in Me
Confidence is the ability to convince ourselves that we can make our dreams come true.
The books titles have the memorable song lyrics starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises growth.
The doll represents Indian women.The sparrows are us, you and me.This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The books titles have the memorable song lyrics starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic poster brings the subject to attention. The plant symbolises growth.
The doll represents Indian women.The sparrows are us, you and me.This painting is an inspirational self help tool!!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
The Sound of Music - Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti
Such an easy way to learn music! Makes us feel like we can sing too!
The book titles have some of the memorable lyrics of the song and charms with the 7 musical notes starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic ‘Sound of Music’ poster brings the subject of the painting to attention. The decorative plant symbolises constant growth.
The doll shows that Indian women have been looking up to this musical treat and learning from it. The sparrows are us, the people who have been influenced and inspired to sing! This painting brings with it the joy of music!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
The book titles have some of the memorable lyrics of the song and charms with the 7 musical notes starting from the lowest shelf till the top. The iconic ‘Sound of Music’ poster brings the subject of the painting to attention. The decorative plant symbolises constant growth.
The doll shows that Indian women have been looking up to this musical treat and learning from it. The sparrows are us, the people who have been influenced and inspired to sing! This painting brings with it the joy of music!
Acrylic on Canvas
13' X 60'
2023
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
Kabir - Aaj kar
This is the 1st painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Man ki Jeet
This is the 2nd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
Kabir - Dheere Dheere
This is the 3rd painting in a triptych.
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The essence of the three Dohas together is that one should do work to the best of one’s abilities with diligence, consistency and without procrastination.
Patience and self belief are key to achieving goals. This aspect is represented by the owl, which is quiet and patient.
The table cloth is a beautiful Kantha embroidery handwoven raw silk saree. The artisan would have been able to see the final look of his creation only after working diligently on every inch of the 6 yards.
Acrylic on Canvas
18’ x 18’
2025
The Sound of Music - 16 Going on 17
Every young girl’s growing years is a phase when she feels old enough to choose her path and yet not sure enough of it. So she looks to her elders for guidance.
The books titles mention the memorable lyrics of the song.
There are 7 triangles that make the compositional structure of this painting.
The sparrow represents us, the women who have lived through this phase of life and understand it well.
This painting shows an integral phase of every girl’s life!
Oil on Canvas
24’ X 30’
2024
The books titles mention the memorable lyrics of the song.
There are 7 triangles that make the compositional structure of this painting.
The sparrow represents us, the women who have lived through this phase of life and understand it well.
This painting shows an integral phase of every girl’s life!
Oil on Canvas
24’ X 30’
2024
The Sound of Music - Nothing comes from Nothing
Maturity is understanding that we cannot take credit for all the good in our lives. The Universe helps us.
The song lyrics are the book titles which are placed in an 'A' composition.
The sparrows represents us, the women who have lived life and accept that there have been many helping hands in our joys and successes. Our actions have played their part in protecting us too.
This painting tells us to be humble and grateful for all we have.
Oil on Canvas
16’ X 20’
2024
The song lyrics are the book titles which are placed in an 'A' composition.
The sparrows represents us, the women who have lived life and accept that there have been many helping hands in our joys and successes. Our actions have played their part in protecting us too.
This painting tells us to be humble and grateful for all we have.
Oil on Canvas
16’ X 20’
2024
The Sound of Music - A few of my Favourite Things
The 'M' composition is the basis of this Still Life painting. The lyrics of the song are the book titles.
Home is where one feels most secure. When we share values as a family, we find comfort at home even during the toughest times.
The sparrow represents us, the people influenced and inspired by the positive thoughts in the song.
This painting showcases an ideal Indian family that sticks together through thick and thin.
Oil on Canvas
18’ X 24’
2024
Home is where one feels most secure. When we share values as a family, we find comfort at home even during the toughest times.
The sparrow represents us, the people influenced and inspired by the positive thoughts in the song.
This painting showcases an ideal Indian family that sticks together through thick and thin.
Oil on Canvas
18’ X 24’
2024
Music
Still.Life.Stories. Nostalgia
Tel Maalish
Here are 4 generations of women enjoying their Champi day sharing laughter and ‘gyan’ that will stay in memory long after the oil is washed off!
Showcasing an Indian tradition where women of a family apply oil on each other’s scalp before a hair wash. This is family bonding and gossip time. Family beliefs, traditions are thus passed down for generations.
‘Champi’ refers to an Ayurvedic head massage to improve hair health, relieve stress, and foster overall well-being.
Oil on canvas
36’ x 24’
Year: 2025
Showcasing an Indian tradition where women of a family apply oil on each other’s scalp before a hair wash. This is family bonding and gossip time. Family beliefs, traditions are thus passed down for generations.
‘Champi’ refers to an Ayurvedic head massage to improve hair health, relieve stress, and foster overall well-being.
Oil on canvas
36’ x 24’
Year: 2025
Contented
Choosing the world of books came to me more naturally than being with friends and relatives! I travelled the world with so many authors! I am “Penn-Naari”. A girl then and a woman now.
My childhood home had a balcony with a wide- enough platform for a kid to sit. That half indoor - half outdoor space that overlooked our garden was my sanctuary. To read. To dream. To feel happy.
The basket represents that balcony. Always lit up on one side with the other in shade.
Acrylic on Canvas
36' Circle
2025
[SOLD]
My childhood home had a balcony with a wide- enough platform for a kid to sit. That half indoor - half outdoor space that overlooked our garden was my sanctuary. To read. To dream. To feel happy.
The basket represents that balcony. Always lit up on one side with the other in shade.
Acrylic on Canvas
36' Circle
2025
[SOLD]
Remembering
I, a collector of sentimental things, present articles that represent my cherished memories - mom’s wooden box, son’s toys, grandparents’ palm leave basket and an Air India calendar page from the 1970s.
Our housing colony ‘Nairwadi’ in Juhu, Bombay is today known as ISKCON. Their followers used to sing ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’ which became the name of the movie by Dev Anand.
The doll ‘Penn-Naari’ is loosely based on Zeenat Aman’s look in the song ‘Dum Maaro Dum’!
All of us girls wanted to look like her!
Acrylic on canvas
36’ x 24’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
Our housing colony ‘Nairwadi’ in Juhu, Bombay is today known as ISKCON. Their followers used to sing ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’ which became the name of the movie by Dev Anand.
The doll ‘Penn-Naari’ is loosely based on Zeenat Aman’s look in the song ‘Dum Maaro Dum’!
All of us girls wanted to look like her!
Acrylic on canvas
36’ x 24’
Year: 2025
[SOLD]
Tongue Tickle Lemon Pickle
In this painting I recall the days when large quantities of freshly cut lemons would be made into spicy pickles in the winter months.
The kitchen smells would pervade the whole house. The senior women would devote themselves to making this flavourful treat to last for an entire year! The intense labour was carried out with rigour, devotion, joy and pride!
The Jaadi /Bharni [porcelain jars] in the house would be filled with the salt, masala and oil soaked pickle. The jars would be kept in a dark corner of the kitchen.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' x 25'
2026
The kitchen smells would pervade the whole house. The senior women would devote themselves to making this flavourful treat to last for an entire year! The intense labour was carried out with rigour, devotion, joy and pride!
The Jaadi /Bharni [porcelain jars] in the house would be filled with the salt, masala and oil soaked pickle. The jars would be kept in a dark corner of the kitchen.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' x 25'
2026
Tongue Tickle Mango Pickle
In this painting I recall the days when large quantities of freshly cut raw mangoes would be made into spicy pickles in the Summer months.
The kitchen smells would pervade the whole house. The senior women would devote themselves to making this flavourful treat to last for an entire year! The intense labour was carried out with rigour, devotion, joy and pride!
The Jaadi /Bharni [porcelain jars] in the house would be filled with the salt, masala and oil soaked pickle. The jars would be kept in a dark corner of the kitchen.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' x 25'
2026
The kitchen smells would pervade the whole house. The senior women would devote themselves to making this flavourful treat to last for an entire year! The intense labour was carried out with rigour, devotion, joy and pride!
The Jaadi /Bharni [porcelain jars] in the house would be filled with the salt, masala and oil soaked pickle. The jars would be kept in a dark corner of the kitchen.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' x 25'
2026
6 Shelves
A minimalist showcase with a few curios, books and plants make this Still-Life painting an ideal wall piece for a peaceful room
Acrylic on Canvas
36' X 36'
2021
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[SOLD]
Acrylic on Canvas
36' X 36'
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
[SOLD]
The Glorious Cholas - The Essence of an Era
Around the 10th Century the Cholas reigned in South India making it prosperous. The sculptural bookends, jamakalam [dhurrie], urli and fragrant malli flowers with suitable book titles give meaning to this Still-Life painting. The sparrows are us - you and me who still feel pride in our history.
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
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Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
A Glimpse of Kerala
God's own country is known for its lush greenery, snake boat races, elephants and literacy rate! The state flower 'golden shower' and suitably titled books make this an evocative painting. The sparrows are us - you and me who would love to holiday there!
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
Magical Mumbai
A Sholapur sheet, hibiscus flowers and the people who live here and the many who choose to migrate here make Mumbai vibrant and magical.
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
Classic Kolkata
The quaint flavour and essence of Kolkata is depicted in this still-life painting. The unbleached cotton saree with Kantha work, the Bankura horse and the quintessential cultural tastes mentioned in the book titles highlight them. The sparrows are the locals and the visitors to the place.
Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
Gorgeous Gujarat
This still-life painting depicts the Indian State of Gujarat showcasing its uniqueness. The charkha and the Kutchi bharat mirrorwork embroidery along with the other features in the book titles speak volumes of the cultural richness of the place.
Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33'
2022
Kasi - Older than History
The ancient city of Varanasi lies by the holy river Ganges. This depiction of the boats on the river and the Jamdani saree in a still-life painting along with the unique features of Kasi make this painting an interesting one.
Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33
2022
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Acrylic on Canvas
22' X 33
2022
https://www.shobitha.in/
Journey to the center of the Earth
Children can sit at home and watch cartoons or find joy in books. Even Mickey and Donald say that! The dolls are lids of my niece's chocolate boxes that my mom had preserved.
Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 24'
2021
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Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 24'
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Air India Maharaja
Indian vegetarians would love to travel AI just for the food!
Oil on Canvas
12' hexagon [1.5' depth]
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
12' hexagon [1.5' depth]
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Shrek & Magic
I find magic in forests and all places green. 'Shrek conveys magic' said my niece. The dolls are finds from Nestle's cereal boxes.
Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Malgudi
Uncomplicated everyday stories of and for simple people. Malgudi Days is the 1st TV series I remember seeing. Chennapatna Dolls represent Swami and his dad.
Oil on Canvas
12' hexagon [1.5' depth]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
12' hexagon [1.5' depth]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Harry Potter
My son, a lover of all things fiction moved into the world of Hogwarts for a few years [in his head that is]. Back then, we lived in a household where lifting even a fallen pencil called for 'Vigardium Leviosa' This one is for him.
oil on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
[SOLD]
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oil on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Women Artists
Anyone listening? Women artists across time need to get tyheir due! Kusama & Friedo represent all of us.
Oil on Canvas
12' X 12'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
12' X 12'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
The Family Showcase
A wall decor that showcases the members of a family. There are multiple stories here reflecting each one's interests and tastes.
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 84'
2020
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 84'
2020
https://www.shobitha.in/
Indian Stories
Life in rural India is best represented by the Kondapalli dolls from my grandmother's collection.
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie murder mysteries made great great summer vacation reads. Depicted with the unforgettable Miss Marple and Hercule
Poirot
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 12'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Poirot
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 12'
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Adi Shankara
Kaladi in Cochin Kerala along the banks of the Periyaar river is the birth place of Adi Shankara. I wanted to capture the visit to this quiet place
Oil on Canvas
10' X 7' [Stretcher 12' X 9' - 2'bevelling]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
10' X 7' [Stretcher 12' X 9' - 2'bevelling]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Krishna Gita
My childhood days in Juhu during the early days of ISKCON would begin with the 5 am aarti and end with the 9am one. This painting represents Krishna's childhood and mine.
Oil on Canvas
10' X 7' [Stretcher 12' X 9' - 2'bevelling]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
10' X 7' [Stretcher 12' X 9' - 2'bevelling]
2021
https://www.shobitha.in/
Welcoming Swami
It all began with this chap - a bob head wooden golu doll standing in the glass cased cupboard at my parents from before my time. He seemed to agree with everything happening around! The 1st of the Still Life series ..
Oil on Canvas
13.75' X 9'
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
13.75' X 9'
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Meenakshi Ammal
Meenakshi Ammal's books have taught me Tam Brahm cooking! An egg doll of a Mami stands stop.
Oil on Canvas
16' triangular
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Oil on Canvas
16' triangular
2021
[SOLD]
https://www.shobitha.in/
Nostalgia
Still.Life.Stories. Sculptures
Kanheri
We rushed into a cave for cover during a monsoon visit to Buddhist Kanheri caves in Mumbai. A drenched sparrow flew in and sat at Buddha's feet. Our stories were the same for that moment.
It marked a beginning - the sparrow became the storyteller in my pantings. [Displayed at IAADB 2023 at the Red Fort India]
24 X 30
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
2019 [IAADB 2023- Red Fort New Delhi]
24 X 30
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
2019 [IAADB 2023- Red Fort New Delhi]
Ajanta
Built during the Satavahana dynasty, the paintings and sculptures in the Ajanta caves are inspired by Buddhism and its compassionate ethos.
24 X 30
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
2019
24 X 30
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
2019
Hoysala 1
A painting inspired by the Hoysala Sculptures and Architecture [10th to 13th Century]
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
30' X 40'
2019
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
30' X 40'
2019
Arunachala Dwarpal
The imposing and yet inviting dwarpal at the entrance of the Arunachala temple is unmissable!
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
30 X 40
2019
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
30 X 40
2019
Hoysala 2
A painting inspired by the Hoysala Sculptures and Architecture [10th to 13th Century]
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Hoysala 3
Century]
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Hoysala 4
Century]
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
36' X 48'
2019
Dancer & Lotus
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
12' X 12'
2020
Ganesha 2
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
12' X 12'
2020
Dancer and Pillar
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
12' X 12'
2020
Ganesha 1
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
[SOLD]
12' X 12'
2020
[SOLD]
Soldier with mace
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
12' X 12'
2020
Dancer with Stump
Roasted beach Sand and Acrylic paints on Canvas
12' X 12'
2020
12' X 12'
2020
Silent Expressions 1
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 13.5 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 13.5 '
2018
Silent Expressions 2
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 13.5 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 13.5 '
2018
Silent Expressions 3
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal Powder on Paper
24.5 X 19.5
2018
Charcoal Powder on Paper
24.5 X 19.5
2018
Silent Expressions 4
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Paper
24.5' X 17.5 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Paper
24.5' X 17.5 '
2018
Silent Expressions -5
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal Powder on paper
19' X 19'
2018
Charcoal Powder on paper
19' X 19'
2018
Silent Expressions 6
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Silent Expressions 7
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Silent Expressions 8
Inspired by the expressiveness of Rodin sculptures.
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 19 '
2018
Charcoal powder on Paper
19' X 19 '
2018
Wooden Man 1
A man sculpted from a fallen tree branch and sold by a street vendor has a special place in my home.
Charcoal on Paper
13 X 10
2017
[SOLD]
Charcoal on Paper
13 X 10
2017
[SOLD]
Wooden Man 2
A man sculpted from a fallen tree branch and sold by a street vendor has a special place in my home.
Charcoal Powder on paper
11.5' X 9.5'
2018
Charcoal Powder on paper
11.5' X 9.5'
2018
Wooden Man 3
A man sculpted from a fallen tree branch and sold by a street vendor has a special place in my home.
Charcoal powder on Paper
19.5' X 6.5'
2018
Charcoal powder on Paper
19.5' X 6.5'
2018
Wooden Man 4
A man sculpted from a fallen tree branch and sold by a street vendor has a special place in my home.
Charcoal Powder on paper
13.5' X 9.5'
2018
Charcoal Powder on paper
13.5' X 9.5'
2018
Sculptures
Still.Life.Stories. Works on Paper
Master Artists
A still life painting with Michaelangelo's David bust and books on Master Artists to inspire myself and other artsy people.
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Search in Secret India
The rolled old parchment representing the ancient Indian & Egyptian civilisations. Paul Brunton's research and the books 'Search in Secret India / Egypt' that speak volumes on the ancient cultures and practices are the subject of this still life painting. We witness it through the eyes of the sparrow.
Water colours on Paper
14' X 19'
2020
Water colours on Paper
14' X 19'
2020
Maharashtrian Cooking
Cook books are the most sought after kitchen guides! This one for the locals of the state which I call home.
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
Swami - Malgudi Days
Uncomplicated everyday stories of & for simple people. Malgudi Days is the 1st TV series I remember seeing. Chennapatna Doll representing Swami Water colours on Paper
8.5' X 12'
2020
8.5' X 12'
2020
Pangat
Cook books are the most sought after kitchen guides! This one for the locals of the state which I call home.
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Coffee
This one was done just to celebrate my love for filter coffee!
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Valmiki Ramayan
Lord Hanuman's devotion to Lord Rama was unparalleled. A curio in my mom's house with my grandfather's copy of the Valmiki Ramayan are the subject of tis painting.
Water colours on Paper
19' X 14'
2020
[SOLD]
Water colours on Paper
19' X 14'
2020
[SOLD]
Marapachi Dolls
Ancestral Marapachi dolls feature in this painting with old parchment indicating that it is ancient.
Water colours & Sumi Ink on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours & Sumi Ink on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Stone Sculpture
An Old stone sculpture features in this painting with old parchment indicating that it is ancient.Water colours & Sumi Ink on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
22' X 15'
2020
Women Artists
A still life painting with busts of Kusama and Frieda and books on Women Artists to inspire myself and other artsy people.Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
22' X 15'
2020
Busybee
Growing up in the city of Bombay gives me my identity..This painting celebrates the character unique to this place.
Water colours on Paper
15' X 12'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 12'
2020
Anjaneya 1
What better way to represent Ramayana by Rajaji and R K Narayan than with a traditionally made wooden doll of Lord Hanuman.
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Anjaneya 2
What better way to represent Ramayana by Rajaji and R K Narayan than with a traditionally made wooden doll of Lord Hanuman.
Water colours on Paper
19' X 14'
2020
Water colours on Paper
19' X 14'
2020
Meenakshi Ammal"s cook books for Tam-Brahms
The title says it all!
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
The Acharyas
Tanjavur Dolls of Adi Shankara and Kanchi Acharya represent the family background & values I grew up in.
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Don Quixote
The Don Quixote book was a gift from a Spaniard!
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Krishnaavatara
K M Munshi's books tell us the story in simple words..
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Gandhi & Mandela
The Biographies of the 2 stalwart freedom fighters are worth a read.
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Narayaneeyam
Malayalee neighbours I grew up with influenced this painting.
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
Panchatantra
The lessons I learnt as kids from the Panchtantra hold me in good stead today.
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
11' X 15'
2020
The Raj Quartet
Paul Scott's The Raj Quartet depicting the last years of British in India is a fascinating read.
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Comedy of Errors
My grandmother's porcelien dolls and my grandfather's copy of Shakespeare stories made a good subject for a nostalgic still life painting.
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Water colours on Paper
15' X 22'
2020
Steal Like an Artist
A still life painting with Michaelangelo's David bust and books on Master Artists to inspire myself and other artsy people.
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Swami - Malgudi Days
Uncomplicated everyday stories of & for simple people. Malgudi Days is the 1st TV series I remember seeing. Chennapatna Doll representing Swami Water colours on Paper
12' X 8.5'
2020
12' X 8.5'
2020
Tagore
Tagore's inimitable short stories!
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
Water colours on Paper
22' X 15'
2020
On Paper
Still.Life.Stories. Nature
Sparrow and Magnolia
A sparrow enjoys amongst the magnolia flowers.
Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 12'
2023
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Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 12'
2023
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Purple Wisteria & sparrow.jpg
A sparrow enjoys amongst the blue Wisteria flowers.
Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 12'
2023
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Acrylic on Canvas
12' X 12'
2023
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Sparrow and Paper Fans.jpg
Quite a sight, a sparrow amidst paper fans!
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Sparrow&Cone flower.jpeg
There was this rather big sized cone flower with a tiny sparrow perched behind it. It just had to be captured in a photo and then in a painting.
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Sparrow on a wire fence.jpg
Perched on the wire fence, the free spirited sparrow appears to be trapped by human progress. It is not..it still flies free.
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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3 sparrows in woods.jpg
Sparrows out in the open!
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
[SOLD]
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
[SOLD]
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Sparrow on a wooden fence.jpg
Perched on the wooden fence, the free spirited sparrow appears to be trapped by human progress. It is not..it still flies free.
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 24'
2019
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Sparrow in Udaipur.jpg
The royal palaces at Udaipur are colourful and ornate. Here is a bird's eye view!
Oil on Canvas
24' X 24'
2022
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Oil on Canvas
24' X 24'
2022
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Cactus on the Roof .jpg
A familiar sight at Santorini island in Greece.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' X 30'
2018
[Made for Gifting]
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Acrylic on Canvas
20' X 30'
2018
[Made for Gifting]
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Frangipani.jpg
A family of 4 freshly blossomed champa flowers.
Acrylic on Canvas
20' X 30'
2018
[Made for Gifting]
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Acrylic on Canvas
20' X 30'
2018
[Made for Gifting]
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Yellow Rose .jpg
Peep inside a rose...
Oil on Canvas paper
24' X 24'
2018
Oil on Canvas paper
24' X 24'
2018
Sparrows in the garden.jpg
Freedom is the ability to fly free in nature.
Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 84'
2019
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Acrylic on Canvas
24' X 84'
2019
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Deer duo.jpeg
Inspired from a newspaper clipping.
Charcoal Powder on Cartridge paper
Size: 14' X 19'
Year:2002
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Charcoal Powder on Cartridge paper
Size: 14' X 19'
Year:2002
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Cow Couple.jpg
An Indian couple!
Oil on Canvas
16' X 20'
2016
[made to gift]
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Oil on Canvas
16' X 20'
2016
[made to gift]
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Tulip.jpg
A tulip opens its petals..
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 10'
2017
[SOLD]
Oil on Canvas Board
12' X 10'
2017
[SOLD]
Sparrow on the wall 1 - with flower.jpg
Such a common sight - a sparrow sits momentarily on a wall.
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2020
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2020
Sparrow on the wall - with butterfly.jpg
Such a common sight - a sparrow sits momentarily on a wall.
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2020
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas Board
12' X 24'
2020
10 Cows.jpg
Inspired from the Pichwai paintings of Rajasthan
Oil on Canvas
Size: 12' X 16'
Year: 2016
[Practice - a detail from a Ashok Rathod painting]
Oil on Canvas
Size: 12' X 16'
Year: 2016
[Practice - a detail from a Ashok Rathod painting]
White flower.jpg
The smooth petals of a flower against a rough background..
Oil on Canvas Board
Size: 14' X 10'
Year: 2015
[Experiment]
Oil on Canvas Board
Size: 14' X 10'
Year: 2015
[Experiment]
Tiger.jpg
This tiger was looking straight at me even from a picture in the newspaper..
Charcoal Powder, Haldi & chilli powder and crayons on cartridge paper
Size:14' X 20'
Year: 2003
[Experiment]
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Charcoal Powder, Haldi & chilli powder and crayons on cartridge paper
Size:14' X 20'
Year: 2003
[Experiment]
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Champa.jpg
A lovely contrast of soft petals against thick leaves.
Soft pastels on Paper
18' X 24'
2017
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Soft pastels on Paper
18' X 24'
2017
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3 Lilies.jpg
Reflections of the sky in the water, floating lilly pads and a family of lillies.
Soft Pastel on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
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Soft Pastel on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
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Tiger 1.jpg
Inspired by a picture of a tiger in the newspaper.
Charcoal Powder on paper
Size: 20' X 10'
Year: 1998
[Not for Sale]
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Charcoal Powder on paper
Size: 20' X 10'
Year: 1998
[Not for Sale]
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Horse .jpg
A quick sketch..
Charcoal Powder on paper
11.5' X 8.5'
2018
[Practice]
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Charcoal Powder on paper
11.5' X 8.5'
2018
[Practice]
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The Yellow Rose .jpg
A rose looks up to the sun!
Soft Pastel on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Soft Pastel on Strathmore Paper
24' X 18 '
2018
Nature
Exhibitions
Notable exhibits include:
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Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale, Sthapatya Pavillion (Temples of India), Red Fort, New Delhi, 2023. - Painting & Installation.
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Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai. 2022
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World Art Dubai, Dubai
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Kala Ghoda Arts Festivals Photography contest Exhibition @ The Terrace Gallery, Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai (Group Exhibit)
Press & Photo Gallery
Exhibitions
About me
...a contemporary painter and writer from Mumbai India.
Stemming from my interest in all things old, my work leans towards representing aspects that create a dialogue between the then and the now. I look for the similarities and commonalities between the past and the present and create a fresh and new visual to tell new stories.
I see myself as a sparrow whose presence is fleeting and transitory and yet observant and thoughtful. That sparrow is you [the viewer] too.
My current work is inspired by my interest in history, literature,music and poetry
I am Shobitha Hariharan
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