<p>As you walk past painting after painting, the faceless figures begin to haunt you. It’s only upon a second glance does one notice the beauty that surrounds these figures.<br /><br /></p>.<p> Goan artist Vrinda, who recently showcased a collection of her artwork at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat, has a knack for painting the most expressive faces although they lack an ‘actual face’. <br /><br />She explains, “The humans in my paintings are always faceless. I called this particular show ‘Xpressions’ because there is no way to know what is going on inside a person’s head just by looking at their facial expressions.” <br /><br />What strikes you about the artist’s work are her keen eyes and fine lines. “I think India’s traditional art forms have so much to offer so I don’t want to leave them <br />behind. This way, I combine folk art with contemporary and abstract work.” <br /><br />She draws inspiration from life and paints it using vibrant colours and metaphors. “My inspiration is life with its many colours. If I’m walking down the street and a stranger smiles at me — a genuine smile, it can make my day. I believe that irrespective of one’s problems, one should learn to paint just a little,” she says. <br /><br />She adds, “I mostly paint about myself and my daily interactions with people. Whether I’m on a holiday, in love or with other people, I learn something new and enjoy painting these. And every state I go to for a show or a holiday, I have different experiences and meet different sets of people.” <br /><br />While she paints on many themes, she prefers having women in her artwork. “Women are strong and they are the best,” she laughs.<br /><br />Why did she turn to painting? “I have a degree in textile designing but I started painting in 2003. Once, there was a plane crash and I saw many people dying. It made me realise that life is unpredictable.” <br /><br />How was her experience in Bengaluru? “This was the first time I showcased my work here and it was a good experience. I think Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat is the best place to have an exhibition because even though I didn’t know many people here, I had guests walking in to see my work,” she says.<br /><br /> “There were many people who were very informed about art and had a lot to say and share, which was nice,” she sums up.</p>
<p>As you walk past painting after painting, the faceless figures begin to haunt you. It’s only upon a second glance does one notice the beauty that surrounds these figures.<br /><br /></p>.<p> Goan artist Vrinda, who recently showcased a collection of her artwork at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat, has a knack for painting the most expressive faces although they lack an ‘actual face’. <br /><br />She explains, “The humans in my paintings are always faceless. I called this particular show ‘Xpressions’ because there is no way to know what is going on inside a person’s head just by looking at their facial expressions.” <br /><br />What strikes you about the artist’s work are her keen eyes and fine lines. “I think India’s traditional art forms have so much to offer so I don’t want to leave them <br />behind. This way, I combine folk art with contemporary and abstract work.” <br /><br />She draws inspiration from life and paints it using vibrant colours and metaphors. “My inspiration is life with its many colours. If I’m walking down the street and a stranger smiles at me — a genuine smile, it can make my day. I believe that irrespective of one’s problems, one should learn to paint just a little,” she says. <br /><br />She adds, “I mostly paint about myself and my daily interactions with people. Whether I’m on a holiday, in love or with other people, I learn something new and enjoy painting these. And every state I go to for a show or a holiday, I have different experiences and meet different sets of people.” <br /><br />While she paints on many themes, she prefers having women in her artwork. “Women are strong and they are the best,” she laughs.<br /><br />Why did she turn to painting? “I have a degree in textile designing but I started painting in 2003. Once, there was a plane crash and I saw many people dying. It made me realise that life is unpredictable.” <br /><br />How was her experience in Bengaluru? “This was the first time I showcased my work here and it was a good experience. I think Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat is the best place to have an exhibition because even though I didn’t know many people here, I had guests walking in to see my work,” she says.<br /><br /> “There were many people who were very informed about art and had a lot to say and share, which was nice,” she sums up.</p>
