60 Years old, India

Inspired by travels to India during a milestone year, this bold composition centers on the profound emotional intensity of a traditional greeting. At the core of the piece, hands pressed upward embody a sense of grounding calmness and deep respect, serving as the focal point for a rush of vibrant, recalled impressions. Surrounding this central gesture, graphic fields of color shape stylized, mask-like eyes that reflect the artist's memory of India's dual nature. The painting captures the intricate connection between vibrant human social life and the fierce, wild presence of the animal kingdom. Rendered in high-contrast blocks of form, the artwork does not just depict a moment, but materializes the enduring, spirited energy of a diverse culture.