More Than Art, It's a Feeling: My Journey as a Nature - Inspired Artist from Bangalore
Some stories are not written in words.
They are painted in silence, in colors, in moments that linger.
I am Sudha Prakash, an artist based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, and painting has been part of my life since childhood. Long before I understood technique or style, I understood feeling. Art became the place where my thoughts slowed down and my emotions found shape.
How My Love for Painting Began
As a child, I was drawn to quiet spaces. I noticed things others often missed - the way sunlight softened on leaves, the mood of the sky at dusk, the calm strength of trees standing still through changing seasons.
Painting entered my life naturally, not as a decision but as a need. Over time, it became my way of understanding the world and myself. Even today, when I pick up a brush, it feels less like creating something new and more like returning to something familiar.
Why Nature Is at the Heart of My Art
Nature is not just my subject - it is my emotional language.
I paint greenery, trees, plants, sunsets, autumn landscapes, waterfalls, mountains, and sea waves because they reflect how I feel inside. Each element carries meaning. Trees teach patience. Sunsets remind me that endings can be gentle. Water reminds me to let go.
I also love painting animals and birds, drawn to their honesty and quiet presence. There is no pretence in nature, and that truth deeply moves me.
When I paint nature, I don't aim for perfection. I aim for connection.
Exploring Mediums: From Oil Paints to Coffee Painting
My artistic journey has led me to explore multiple mediums including oil painting, acrylic painting, coffee painting, and pencil sketching. Each medium has its own rhythm and emotional depth.
Oil painting holds a special place in my heart. It allows me to slow down, revisit my work, and add layers gradually. The time it offers helps me bring out fine details and deeper emotions.
Coffee painting is a very intimate experience for me - organic, earthy, and unpredictable, much like life itself. You can explore this side of my work through my Coffee Painting Blog, where I share this unique creative expression.
Selling Art and Building a Creative Career Today
Many people ask whether selling art or building a career in art has become difficult in today’s world. I believe it depends entirely on how honestly we create.
Before a painting reaches anyone else, it must reach my soul.
If a piece does not move me, it cannot move others. When art is created with genuine emotion and passion, it finds its way to the right people. Art is not just seen , it is felt.
Learning Art in the Modern World
Today, artists have access to countless learning resources. Unlike earlier times, growth is no longer limited to traditional paths alone. But no tool, platform, or tutorial can replace passion.
Without passion, art becomes mechanical. With passion, even a simple brushstroke carries life.
Social Media, AI, and the Future of Handmade Art
Social media has opened new doors for artists. A single post or reel can carry our work across borders, helping us connect with art lovers and fellow creators worldwide.
There is ongoing debate about AI in art, but I do not believe artificial intelligence is ruining the art environment. Every innovation comes with advantages and challenges.
However, AI can never replace handmade art. Real art lovers understand the difference between technology - generated images and original artwork created by human emotion, effort, and experience. The soul of art cannot be automated.
Art as a Feeling, Not a Product
I am based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, and I am open to exhibitions, collaborations, and meaningful artistic connections.
My complete body of work can be viewed on my GranNino artist portfolio:
https://GranNino.com/artist/sudhaprakash
Everything I create comes from one simple belief:
Art is not what I make.
Art is what I feel.
More than art, it's a feeling.
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