Front Cover: PDF and Website By Rittika Biswas
Within this forest of flowers and stardust, there exists a tree harbouring a tiny city of glass houses, and its protector, a black magical cat.
About: Artist. Likes galaxies, worlds that don’t exist, and the occasional flower.
A forest witch is a type of witch who has a special liking for greenery and trees and uses plants and herbs for spells and rituals. Their element is the earth and they remain closely connected to mother nature.
About: A 20 year old in denial of her (old) age, is a 3rd year Fine Arts (painting) student who is in pursuit of finding her art dream as instructed by her love and mentor BTS. Having studied science in school, she is learning new art everyday, attemtping to find her style. She also loves making fan art.
Back Cover: PDF By Sanchari Sinha
By Aratrika Ganguly
I speak through my art, consider that my caption.
About: “Hum angrezi zamane ke jailer hai, HAHA!” is her happy space. The artist of this piece is a 13-year-old who is struggling to maintain her scores while she continues sketching and reading fantasy fiction. Three words to describe her: Artist, bookworm, child.
Memory.
When talking to a friend about this painting,I said: this is from my own memory too. This was from a museum in France where we were just exploring and this couple was sitting in front of this glass window, with this view outside like in the movies and something about it made me tear up. So I decided to recreate it.
When talking to a friend about this painting,I said: this is from my own memory too. This was from a museum in France where we were just exploring and this couple was sitting in front of this glass window, with this view outside like in the movies and something about it made me tear up. So I decided to recreate it.
About: If I had to describe myself in a sentence,it would be “sab jeete hain yahaan zindagi, tujhe zindagi ne jiya magar.” I am a self-taught artist from India. I love to experiment with different art styles and mediums. art brings me joy and helps me build my safe space.
By Disha Shah
By Mainak Das
The pursuit of Zen.
About: Into his late twenties, Mainak is a NatGeo recognised wildlife and nature photographer, artist and a dedicated metalhead.
For the short-lived hope that glimmers like glittering fireflies in the dense abysmal void.
About: Into his late twenties, Mainak is a NatGeo recognised wildlife and nature photographer, artist and a dedicated metalhead.
By Mainak Das
By Mauli Mirajkar
Madhubani painting is characterised by its eye-catching geometrical patterns with the peacock as a common motif. It is inspired by nature and its elements like flowers, creepers, birds, etc. the traditional painting uses natural elements like twigs. Of course, I had my own alternatives. This painting is just an attempt to revive our forgotten art. It amazes me how our culture has been so rich and vivid.
About: Abstract, colorful and impulsive. As of now I’m just a mechanical engineer who enjoys building All Terrain Vehicles as much as I enjoy indulging in art. But who knows what I might find solace in next, for hey! I’m impulsive.
My travels to run away from my routine. That routine which kills all the imagination and enthusiasm within. In the wilderness, my soul strums to the rhythm of pure bliss. I escape into the great outdoors; where freedom’s soul forever roars. Deep in the forest I stroll to hear the wisdom of my soul. The forest spoke to my soul in a language I already knew; a distant lullaby from the womb of peace & solitude.
About: Abstract, colorful and impulsive. As of now I’m just a mechanical engineer who enjoys building All Terrain Vehicles as much as I enjoy indulging in art. But who knows what I might find solace in next, for hey! I’m impulsive.
By Mauli Mirajkar
By Ayushi Kenia
This artwork symbolises the different elements of a forest, and human touch. The placement of different elements in the picture is done in a way so as to establish a connection between the elements.
About: ‘Becoming is better than being’ is something I resonate with. An ardent lover of reading and pretty skies, I am a Psychology student who has a way with words and colours. Snails and squirrels intrigue me. I am always seeking inspiration from nature, as I work towards peace of mind and the art of living. I enjoy the company of a good book and a good movie.
Combining the human and natural elements of calmness and passion. The colours portray are of the seven chakras. I intended to express the feeling of being grounded to my roots and values through this painting.
About: ‘Becoming is better than being’ is something I resonate with. An ardent lover of reading and pretty skies, I am a Psychology student who has a way with words and colours. Snails and squirrels intrigue me. I am always seeking inspiration from nature, as I work towards peace of mind and the art of living. I enjoy the company of a good book and a good movie.
By Ayushi Kenia
By Amitakshi Banik
It’s poignant to see the magic of a moribund tree fade away but it’s mirthful to see it getting passed on. The energy of life keeps flowing and creates a lush green surrounding that beautifies what was once desecrated.
About: 20 year old, self taught artist and a student of architecture