Ananda focuses on the idea of deep inner peace and bliss that arises when a person rises above the illusions of the material world. It’s the state when the player in the game of life becomes a conscious creator, choosing joy and gratitude as the primary forces that shape their reality. The title “Ananda,” a Sanskrit word meaning bliss, highlights this spiritual awakening.
 
In the painting, we see a figure that harmoniously coexists with the sur- rounding space, its movements and posture radiating calm and confidence. This person has mastered the art of creating their own reality: every step, every gesture is a result of a conscious choice. The imagery in the painting symbolizes how, through balance and inner silence, one can reach a state where harmony between the inner world and outer circumstances is complete.
 
43.3 x 31.5 in
2024
Canvas, acrylic, oil pastel, ceramics