Apoorva Vaidya

The painting evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times, capturing the beauty and tranquility of rural life. It celebrates the simplicity and charm of traditional Indian villages. The painting showcases the beauty of the monsoon season, capturing the refreshing and rejuvenating atmosphere of a rainy day. The two houses forming a strong focal point with lush greenery and the rain-soaked atmosphere adding depth and dimension to the scene. I have employed a harmonious color palette, primarily using shades of green, brown, and gray.

The painting invites the viewer to a quiet and peaceful moment in a secluded forest. The solitary path and the dense foliage create a sense of isolation and introspection. I have attempted to create layers color and intricate patterns in the bark and leaves to add a touch of realism, making the viewer feel as though they are standing in the middle of this serene forest. The lush greenery and dense foliage can evoke a sense of calm and tranquility, as if you’re standing in the middle of a serene forest, far from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The painting captures a serene, bright early morning of the solitary cottage nestled amidst a verdant forest enroute Udupi. The overall mood is one of quiet contemplation and a gentle nostalgia. I used loose brushwork and expressive strokes to create a sense of spontaneity and immediacy. The strokes are to convey the texture of the foliage, the weathered wood of the cottage, and the dappled sunlight filtering through the trees. I have employed a limited color palette, primarily using earthy tones of brown, green, and yellow. This restrained palette contributes to the overall peaceful and contemplative atmosphere

The painting captures a serene and contemplative lakeside evening, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume. The soft, diffused light illuminates the landscape, casting gentle shadows that add depth and dimension to the scene. I have employed a muted and harmonious color palette, primarily using shades of blue, gray, and brown. The vast expanse of the sky and water could invite the viewer to reflect on life’s deeper questions and contemplate the mysteries of the universe.

This was a winter morning as I drove from Hubli towards Udupi and found this place to be captivating set up of few Indian rural cottages nestled amidst a lush green landscape and lit up by the bright sun evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. I decided to change the color palette to muted blues, purples, and grays to evoke a sense of coolness and stillness, typical of winter. To me the painting celebrates the simplicity and charm of traditional Indian hamlet.

The painting depicts the mid morning light in the Dandeli forest, in north of Karnataka, India. It captures a serene and inviting woodland scene, evoking a sense of tranquility and peace. I have captured the actual arrangement of trees to create a sense of depth and space, drawing the viewer further into the scene through the long pathway The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume. The sunlight filtering through the trees illuminates the path and highlights the details of the forest floor.

This is Hampta Pass at 15000 ft in upper Himalayas depicting a serene and expansive winter landscape, captures the tranquil beauty of nature in the colder months. The snow-covered mountains in the background are sharply defined, standing majestically against a dynamic sky. The various shades of blue used in the sky enhance the cold atmosphere and add a sense of movement, suggesting wind. The snowy plain in the foreground is rendered with subtle variations in color and texture, which effectively capture the appearance of snowdrifts and frozen water. The details add depth to the scene and invites the viewer to imagine walking through this quiet, pristine landscape.