Etchings inspired by Warli painting that originated in Maharashtra, mainly by the tribal people from north Sahyadri region near the border of Gujarat, India. Warli culture is centered on the concept of Mother Nature, with the circles representing the sun and the moon and the triangles the mountains and pointed trees. Farmers make up a large proportion of the tribe and dancers circle playing the trumpet-like instrument the tarpa.
These pieces depict the culture, heritage and knowledge system of a particular community, symbolising rituals-festivals and ceremonies that encompass joy, happiness, oneness and a sense of wellness for the community as a whole. Embracing the philosophy of living in commonality, they highlight the enduring impact and relevance of these traditions in the contemporary world.
