Women of India, Paintings

5x7 watercolor — Punjabi Women Swagger — Sold out

I’m a reserved photographer. These days photos are all taken on my phone. Back in the day, I loved my old Canon AE1. We upgraded to a digital to the Rebel XT but never had a magical telephoto lens that lets you capture portraits from afar. As a result, I have a lot of photos of people walking away from me.

5x7 watercolor — Out For a Stroll, Punjabi Style — Buy it

The stenciled backgrounds and figures came together when I was messing around in the studio. Tiles, pattern, color are a source of inspiration and I frequently photograph them when traveling. My collection of stencils is growing but I have my favorites.

5x7 watercolor — Patiala Salwaar — Buy It

The Salwar Kameez is the traditional dress of the women of Punjab. Consisting of the loose fitting bottoms, the Salwar and a long tunic, the Kameez. Styles change seasonally and you would never wear a formal outfit twice! Formal wear is preferably tailor made so that no two are alike. The lady in red is sporting a Patiala style salwar, unique for its billowing layers of folds down the back of the leg.

5x7 watercolor — School Girl Stride, Blue Dupatta — Buy It

Walking tall and walking proud in her school uniform. The negative space in front of the figure representing her future and all that lies ahead.