Medium: 3D clay work with Lipan-inspired texture and mirror embellishments on 18x24” canvas.
This artwork is a contemporary spiritual depiction of Lord Shiva’s divine energy. The composition centers around Shiva’s Trishul, representing the three cosmic powers of creation, preservation, and destruction. At its heart lies the Third Eye, embedded within a lotus, symbolizing awakening, inner wisdom, and purity amidst chaos. Above it emerges the sacred symbol ‘OM’, resonating with the eternal vibration of the universe.
The blue background draws inspiration from Shiva’s divine form as Neelkanth — the one who drank poison to protect the world. The color embodies calmness, depth, and the transcendence of pain into peace. Touches of green highlight the venomous serpents, beloved companions of Shiva, representing both danger and devotion, duality and balance.
The use of 3D clay techniques brings tactile dimension and depth, while Lipan-inspired patterns and mirror work add a rustic yet divine glow, reflecting light as a metaphor for inner illumination. With a minimal and earthy color palette, the painting merges symbolism and texture to portray a powerful balance between strength, serenity, and spirituality.