Prasanth A.v

Prakritiarts

ABOUT SELLER

In today’s jet age, when most of us are on the run at all times, day after day, working tirelessly, without a minute to spare, there is a frustration building within us, just waiting to erupt like a volcano. The body, mind and soul yearn to escape to a place of calm. The heart shouts out, pleading and urging us to simply slow down. When we finally find that moment to sit, breathe deeply, fill our lungs with fresh air, smell the flowers, take in the greenery and feel the grass…..that is the right time to introspect, relax and meditate. And the moment we do so, we actually break free, and find peace and calm. That is when we actually listen to the sounds of nature, and of silence. That is also when we truly detach ourselves from the material world and connect with Mother Nature.
These paintings reflect the artist’s immense love for nature, and his urge to discover his own self through spirituality. His admiration for all the colours and sounds of nature are clear in the strokes of his brush and in his sincere attempt to establish a link between the Almighty (Eeshwar), nature (prakriti) and the soul (atma).
(Liji Narayan - Art curator)
About the artist
Born in Kerala, Prasanth Mattanur, obtained a Diploma in Fine Arts and Sculpture from the Kerala School of Arts, Tellicherry, in 1985. Since 1987, he has been regularly participating in various art exhibitions at the state and national levels. A recipient of the State Lalit Kala Akademi Award for sculpture, his range of works includes murals, cartoons, as well as experiments with kinetic art.