Sharmini

Dome of the Believer
Acrylic on canvas
51cm x 76cm
RM 1, 400

This is a picture of the many domes on the shrines around Batu Caves. It sits firmly and proudly and yet veils the believer or the devotee, who visits this shrine to acquaint himself with what he senses as a sacred reality.


The Singing Bowl
Acrylic on Canvas
12 inch x 16 inch
RM 700

This brass bowl and the wooden handle, also called the singing bowl, is used for "cleansing" rituals believed to ward off negative energy in a home or premise. Man has always been influenced by various spiritual beliefs that he seeks solace through such beliefs when he feels that the course of life seems to have failed him. The shadow behind the bowl depicts that man. The subtle images on the upright handle symbolize peace, beauty and security man seeks in life.


The Celebration
Acrylic on canvas
18 inch x 24 inch
RM950

I derived great joy watching this painting come alive. My primary message was to share my belief in the power of each new day. Every day starts anew when the sun's first rays fall upon the earth and its beings. The birds never greet a day with a sad melody and the flowers always look up and open their petals to embrace the sun. Make the most of each day and celebrate all that you are, like the sun, the birds and the flowers!