India

Spirituality in Ordinary Life

In a world that often rushes by, the essence of spirituality can be found in the quiet, unassuming moments of everyday life. These images seeks to capture this profound connection between the mundane and the sacred, using a unique printing process that enhances the depth and texture of these fleeting instances.

India, a land where spirituality is seamlessly woven into the fabric of daily life, provides the perfect canvas for this exploration. From the humble rituals performed at dawn to the vibrant ceremonies, spirituality manifests in the ordinary and the everyday.

The gum-oil prints reflect the layers of tradition and the subtle interplay of light and shadow that characterize these spiritual practices. Each image is a celebration of the beauty and serenity found in the simplest of actions.

Each image invite you to pause and reflect on the spiritual dimension of everyday moments.


 

 Naga Sadhu

Our life is a long and arduos quest after Truth.
— Nashik 2015

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

 Morning Mantra

Om bhur bhuwah swaha
tat savitur varenyam
bhargodevasya dhimahi
dhiyo yo nah prachodayat
— Gayatri Mantra, Pushkar2013

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Sadhu

A Sadhu is not one who renounces the world, but one who embraces the universe with an open heart, finding divinity in every breath and seeing the divine in every soul
— Pushkar 2013

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Wash Away My Sins

May the sacred waters of this holi place cleanse my soul, washing away the stains of past deeds, and may the light of truth guide me towards inner peace and redemption
— Nashik 2015

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Drops of Faith

The End of All Things is at Hand.
— Nashik 2015

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Marawi

To stand on the banks of the Ganges is to witness the sacred dance of life and death in the heart of India.
— Varanasi 2016

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Ganges

The Ganges whispers to those who dwell along its banks, infusing daily routines with a sense of spiritual depth.
— Varanasi 2016

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

120 x 80 cm

 
 

Shahi Snan

In the sacred waters of India, every bath is a spiritual cleansing, washing away not just the dust of the day but the worries of the soul.
— Nashik 2015

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

120 x 80 cm

 
 

Bichhiya

The bichhiya, a simple silver ring worn on the toe, is a symbol of marital bliss, cultural tradition, and the beauty of life’s continuous journey.
— Mathura 2016

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Hookah

The old man smokes his hookah, each breath he takes seems to connect the past with the present, a guardian of history, wrapped in the silence of Mehrangarh Fort.
— Jodhpur 2016

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

80 x 120 cm

 
 

Holi Festival

Holi, a celebration of unity and devotion.
— Mathura 2016

Hahnemuehle Printmaking Board 300gsm

120 x 80 cm