In the series of paintings ‘Aanand Sutra- My anti-capitalist ledger’ I try to interpret the oriental philosophy finding happiness in non tangible elements. Here the collage of graph papers symbolizes currently prevailing capitalist competitive economy, which is measured in the acquisitions. The Sanskrit verses from vedas, epics and historical texts brings up the ancient Indian philosophy, which suggest finding happiness in small things and moments.
Here I juxtapose two visual languages- Indian miniature painting and Western Academic style, to interpret the current dilemma of developing country like India between overpowering western capitalism and pre-existing oriental philosophy.