Art
I was most fortunate to meet an artist, M. Venkatesh, who invited me to his studio to see the process.
An assistant begins gluing on sequins or other raised objects to add dimension.
She continues to glue on pieces.
Next, she applies gold leaf, lining it up and then pressing it down, creating
three dimensional patterns and effects.
Then, the artist returns to the work and paints in details.
Finally, he adds semi precious jewels or other decorative touches.
Since I had become fond of the elephant shaped deity, Ganesha, I chose a
painting of him. I plan to get it framed eventually.