"Rangoli Graffiti" is a collection of 8 watercolor artworks that I created, inspired by the intricate beauty of rangoli, a traditional Indian folk art. Rangoli, known as "an art of decoration," is typically drawn on the floor at the entrance of homes to bring luck, prosperity, and welcome guests. These designs range from simple shapes to elaborate symbols such as peacocks, flowers, and paisleys, unified by their vibrant colors. Each state in India has its unique style and name for rangoli, often seen adorning street pavements during festivals, much like how graffiti brightens urban public spaces. My artworks aim to capture the vivid, colorful essence of rangoli and blend it with the contemporary energy of graffiti, creating a unique fusion that celebrates cultural tradition and modern creativity. Each artwork, measuring 9 inches by 12 inches. is painted with watercolor on hot press paper and embellished with white and gold gel pen to highlight the rangoli-inspired designs.

The hustle and bustle of daily life can be stressful, tiring and draining. When that same level of busyness happens when we travel or go on vacation, we feel inspired! We find a new energy from within as we move from destination to destination. We take more pauses and pay more attention to our surroundings. This collection of three mixed media collage art celebrates the movement and sometimes chaos that occurs when traveling to a destination but once there, appreciating the stillness of the surroundings from ancient palaces, intricate architecture, modern day city skylines and skyscrapers. Specifically, this collection depicts a visual narrative of static motion that I have experienced while traveling in Jaipur, Barcelona and New York City.