View from Studio: Clouds

Reflection
© Joyita Neerkaje

“Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky.” 

- Ravindranath Tagore

No matter how many more words I write in this post, I can never top this quote by Tagore. As an artist I admire the depth, texture and interest that clouds bring to any landscape. 

Clouds, bring me some color
© Joyita Neerkaje

I always have and always will be absolutely fascinated by the sky and the beautiful fluffy clouds. Whether they are there as just white cotton against a blue sky or the grey layer bringing news of rain (and snow) with silver linings around them; they all look spectacular.
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View from my Studio: Migration

Spring Visitor: Osprey_Photography
© Joyita Neerkaje

Yes! The much awaited Spring is here! I know the current temperatures say otherwise, but our surrounding is getting ready so the warmer days cannot be too much far behind. The best thing about the view from my studio is watching the seasons change, the birds coming in for hellos and goodbyes, until we meet again, next year.

Spring Visitor: Canada Goose_Photography
© Joyita Neerkaje

Bird Migration is a fascinating phenomenon. I recently learnt that around 1800 different species of birds migrate seasonally for nourishment. They navigate across countries, sometimes continents using simple celestial cues and slight changes in earths magnetic field! This mega adventure comes with its risks of predators and mortality. But still every year they flock together and embark on their journey. 

The flight in between (Mute Swans)_Photography
©Joyita Neerkaje

Artists are no different. 

We are a migratory species and our creative process feeds on explorations and new discoveries. We move materially, disciplinarily to find nourishment for our creative process. 
My switch back and forth between painting and photography or switching from abstract to representational, falling in and out of love with various materials are all signs of migration.
There are risks, but sometimes its important for the creative to get started on the journey, be lost for a while until we find our way again. 

Try it, you will be amazed! 


P.S- If you want to read more about Bird Migration and the birds in this post here are the Wikipedia Links for you:
Bird Migration: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bird_migration
Osprey: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osprey
Canada Goose: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_Goose
Mute Swans: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mute_Swan

View from Studio Window: Spread your wings!

Taking the Leap of faith
© Joyita Neerkaje

“When you have come to the edge of all the light you have
And step into the darkness of the unknown
Believe that one of the two will happen to you
Either you'll find something solid to stand on
Or you'll be taught how to fly!”
- Richard Bach

It's all about just spreading your wings and stepping in the unknown, that where the fun happens. Sometimes creative process is as simple as dipping a paint brush in just about any color and making a bright mark on the pristine white canvas/paper. Try it, it works!


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