The works have been chosen from a total of eight series, starting from the earlier works on mythological iconography depicting Ganesha, Hanuman, Shiva, Surya, Vishnu, Narasimha and that of Panchayatana.

Sources close to the artist share that having specialised in design from the Government School of Art in Aurangabad, Parameshwar imbibed the knowledge and practice of calligraphy from Prof S V Pendse.

Calligraphy is an intricate practice of art. Laying an expressive stroke of rhythm and bounce, along with controlling of the nib and the flow of ink that is not only achieved through practice, but many failures, that guide the mind to be careful each time. 

Parameshwar's works, as stated in a release, not only uphold the beauty of rhythm but also an essential quality of Indian art along with a plethora of information of a ceremonial culture.

References drawn from folklore iconography and mythology is a simple, yet significant awareness of the past and the present. The indigenous tradition, its cultural and ritualistic practice is gradually seen to be diminishing in the process of a global homogenisation.

Religious motifs are viewed with suspicion lest they have a political leaning. Everything is perceived with contemporary experiences and its associated outcome. Parameshwar's works broach the topic of customs and ritual, religious motifs and iconography with ease.

The exhibition is on view till April 20 at Ethos Art Gallery, 296-B, 9th 'A' Main, 38th Cross, 5th Block, Jayanagar. For details, call: 98440-40888/ 93432-42999.