On numerous occasions, I’ve walked along a particular beach in Dorset, where I’ve built sand castles, played cricket and swam in the sea. I’ve been sunburnt by lounging on it for too long, and have sat looking across the bay, shivering, while drinking a cup of tea. I feel as though I know everything about the place.
In Chitraakala, Baga Beach (Goa), I hoped to translate that experience into brushstrokes so that viewers can, in some way, experience what it’s like to be there. If I’m successful in this endeavor, then I believe the chitrakala has atmosphere — a true sense of the place and the time, if you like.
If you’re in love with your subject, and spend time getting to know it and understand it, then it’s very likely your work will have this elusive quality.
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