It has been almost two years since I painted last. An addition in our family has a lot to do with it, but when I decided to paint again - during his sleeping hours - I cannot not put him in the picture. He has been a part of my life, my thought and he is such an inspiration. His energy, cuteness is irresistible; his laughter always fills our home and warms our heart.
This painting is made for our dear friend, Kanthan, whom we spent a lot of time with during our stay in Myanmar. He has relocated and we miss him so much. It takes a special person like that to make me dug my cabinet, pick the right silk and play again with brushes and paints.
Inle Lake is magical. It is about a landscape and culture that are so unique and it has not changed much for many generations. It struck me a lot while I am painting this idyllic looking village as the perception of beauty from an outsider like myself is actually poverty and hardship for people living there. It is a sad reality.
