Thursday, September 30, 2010

Har Ki Paudi

     In the foot hills of the Himalayas on the banks of the river Yamuna is the small temple town of Haridwar. Literally translated this means the Gateway to God. Every evening, at this holy spot called 'Har ki Paudi', thousands of devotees gather for the evening prayers. Many take the holy dip in the waters which are chilling in the winters. It is a festive atmosphere full of unabated revelry. There is something of interest for every one, be it young or old. Come join the fun through this watercolor.
     And yes, in another two days I will be leaving Africa for home : India. Will take some time to settle down. Lets see if I can manage something in between. Have a nice weekend. See you soon.
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  1. Luisa NavarreteSeptember 30, 2010 at 4:29 PM

    See you soon Ak ! I hope everything will be ok

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  2. Brian SylvesterSeptember 30, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    Asit,

    Another brilliant painting, and another history lesson for me. Thank you!

    Take care,
    Brian

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  3. Elizabeth SeaverSeptember 30, 2010 at 4:48 PM

    This is lovely. I really enjoy reading about the meaning in your paintings.

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  4. CarolSeptember 30, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    Very expressive!

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  5. TitoOctober 1, 2010 at 2:00 AM

    Hi Asit, also this one looks to me a very nice watercolor, I like the composition and the way you painted the buildings.
    Have a good trip back to India. Best regards.

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  6. Dhiraj Deka (D.D)October 1, 2010 at 2:39 AM

    Wonderful painting. The way you have captured it is brilliant.

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  7. PatOctober 1, 2010 at 3:05 AM

    Love the painting and the story behind it.
    Safe journey home xx

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  8. african queenOctober 1, 2010 at 6:50 AM

    dear asit, you bring us wondrful places of your
    world. thanks for sharing. Have a save trip
    bak home.we were waiting for you.

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  9. NATIVIDADOctober 1, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    LAS ACUARELAS SON TAN BONITAS Y TAN ALEGRES.
    UN SALUDO

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  10. Mary Anne CaryOctober 1, 2010 at 10:25 AM

    These are beautiful scenes, how fortunate you get to visit and interperet them for us. Lucky viewers! Very inspiring... safe travels!

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  11. Christiane KingsleyOctober 2, 2010 at 1:01 PM

    Asit, what wonderful clear colors you have achieved in this delightful painting!
    Have a safe trip home!

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  12. F.M.MarrouchOctober 3, 2010 at 1:39 AM

    Hola Asit, hacía algún tiempo que no te visitaba, y he disfrutado mucho de estos últimos trabajos, llenos de color y con una búsqueda de un estilo original, me gusta tu manera de definir los planos lejanos a base de cuadrados de color , me parece muy original y produce un efecto muy bonito.
    saludos.

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  13. Maria-DenisaOctober 3, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    Beautiful. And I want to thank you for your words under the paintings, making us understand better your vision.

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  14. padmajaOctober 5, 2010 at 12:17 AM

    You have displayed a loose style here which I like a lot, nice impression of the place!

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  15. Liana YarckinOctober 9, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    Asit, another great painting. good luck on your trip home.

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  16. ElviOctober 14, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    molto bello. Dei bellissimi colori brillanti. Elvi

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  17. RH CarpenterOctober 15, 2010 at 7:38 AM

    Have a very safe trip and a wonderful visit. You've captured a beautiful glow to this painting, perhaps showing the light and joy of the people.

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  18. MargaretOctober 18, 2010 at 4:50 PM

    This really does glow - wonderful composition and technique. It looks magical...

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  19. megaOctober 19, 2010 at 2:05 PM

    Genial AK me gusta esa superposición de planos desde la lejanía a primer plano, muy buena elección de los colores.
    Saludos.

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  20. Liliana LuckiOctober 28, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Hace tiempo que no visitaba tu espacio de arte.

    Luz y belleza !!!Bravo.

    Te saluda, desde Argentina , Liliana

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  21. MargaretNovember 8, 2010 at 12:03 AM

    As I was blogging, realized I haven't seen your work for some time. Hope you are settled and painting soon.

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  22. AnonymousNovember 13, 2010 at 1:53 AM

    I've missed seeing your adventures in paint. Hope you're well.
    Stay inspired!

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  23. Kim RempelNovember 15, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    Hello Asit,
    I notice you haven't posted any paintings for a while and wondered if you are still painting? I miss seeing your work!

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  24. Sandra BusbyDecember 15, 2010 at 3:03 AM

    Your paintings are so unique and vibrant - full of life! I love the street scenes particularly :0)

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  25. SKIZODecember 15, 2010 at 6:18 AM

    WOW
    wonderful

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  26. JaniceDecember 15, 2010 at 7:26 PM

    Asit, where you at?? Hope you're well!

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  27. SKIZOJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Thank you for sharing
    those amazing work
    good creations

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