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Kolkata artist Banita Hamirwasia was interested in painting right from her childhood. 8220;But at the age of 30, I seriously decided to take up painting as my profession8221; says the artist, who is exhibiting her works at Ballygunge Park. And her decision has a spiritual connection. 8220;I feel a divine connection with god when I paint. I feel I am reaching out to people through my painting,8221; she says.
Which is why, says the artist, her chosen medium is Tanjore art. 8220;Since this form of painting traditionally is centered on gods and goddesses, it appealed to my religious side,8221; says Hmirwasia. Using 24 carat gold foil and semi precious stones, Hamirwasia creates these colourful, ornamental pieces of art. 8220;It takes two to three months to complete one small painting,8221; she states.
While most of her works address the many moods of Radha and Krishna, Hamirwasia states that the painting of Tirupati Balaji is the original form of Tanjore painting. 8220;It8217;s more about ornamentation and less about painting,8221; says Hamirwasia pointing at the painting.
Among her works, it is the depiction of 108 miniature Ganeshas which is her favourite. 8220;It involved a lot of hard work and has won me accolades all over,8221; she beams.
The exhibition is on at 27, Ballygunge Park till 18th December.
