Last Friday I went to an Odissi dance concert here in Bangalore by Srajana kaikini . After a long time I was actually watching Odissi dance live. This is the oldest classical dance form of India and its roots are traced to 1st century BC. Traditional Odissi repertoire consists of 6 performances accompanied by live music. The music is set to Odissi style of Indian classical music. I was mesmerized by the combined effect of classical music and dance. It was very inspiring and this sketch is a result of that.
The dancer is depicting a woman doing 'shringaar' (basically kind of putting on makeup :)) while looking into a mirror.
The dancer is depicting a woman doing 'shringaar' (basically kind of putting on makeup :)) while looking into a mirror.
6 comments:
Very nice, Prabal. I thought I was following your blog, but then realized I wasn't when I visited and saw all your new work. I'm following now. You do nice work!
That is just stunning Prabal! You captured the gesture perfectly! And what an interesting story :) I like it.
Hi Prabal, I always dance when I put on my make up. lol.
Nice sketch! Sounds like you had a nice evening watching these dancers and I rhnk the sketch proves it.
Beautiful and elegant Prabal, I think you've caught the beauty of those dancers.
Are you still watching cricket???
Michelle,
Its great to have you on my followers list.. We can keep in touch better now. :)
Crystal,
Thanks. I actually did some reading about the dance before doing this sketch. In fact I am doing more and would share more information with you later.
Kathy,
Can you please send me a dance video of yours.. LOL.. I indeed had a great evening..
Liz,
I want to move away from cricket for some days.. It has invaded into my space now.. I hate cricket.. :)
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