Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Narasimha's Reveal

My latest project involved a new handmade screen print design.

I present Narasimha! One of the avatars of the Hindu deity Vishnu.

Narasimha ebru
I'm the avatar, you gotta deal with it.

He sits in strength. Containing the ferocity of a lion. With cunning wisdom and patients, he waits to strike down even the most defiant of demons.

Narasimha silkscreen WIP
WIP screen from outlines to hand painted.

I choose to hand paint my silkscreens. It is a process that can take a couple weeks to a month to do. This time allows me to really get in touch with the imagery and poor as much energy and intention into the design as I can.

I really like the handmade feel. To me it comes across as much more authentic and timeless.

Narasimha ebru
He waits to strike down even the most defiant of demons.

While the first Narasimha piece had multiple layers of marbling, This one has different techniques added to the process, such as stenciling and a squeegee drag.


In Other News
I was part of large group art show that happened in Portland. The show, "Burning Season 3",  contained a balanced mix of fine art and street art.

Burning Season 3 - art opening
My Ganesh piece making its first public appearance.

Local artist from Portland and artist from California and as far as Texas all came together to present a mind blowing event that included a unique blend of mediums and styles, with 2d and 3d art, body painting, an interactive graffiti art section, and live funk and hip hop music.

Burning Season 3 - art opening
Stencilled Buddha heads with some good company.

All and all it was quite the show, and I can't wait until the next one.

Are you interested in commissioning custom art or booking an ebru lesson, workshop, demo, party, or performance? Contact me at art@dannyebru.com

Peace & Love,
- Danny