artisan instruments

Music, motion and mindfulness come together in a single flowing composition, masterfully rendered with acrylics on paper by Indian artist Sunil Jaiswal. Soft circular sweeps of charcoal grey and black create a meditative rhythm, drawing the viewer into a quiet inner orbit. Within these swirling forms, the artist reveals symbolic figures: a graceful swan, a contemplative human profile and the elongated shape of a stringed instrument—each element contributing to a sense of harmony and spiritual balance. The swan embodies purity and inner clarity, while the musical instrument becomes the central thread, evoking the soothing vibration of a mantra or the gentle resonance of a soulful raga. Hints of warm orange glow subtly through the grey tones, suggesting awakening and illumination born from deep meditation, while a temple-like structure can be found at the bottom.

In this evocative acrylic painting on paper, India’s Sunil Jaiswal captures the deep stillness and emotional resonance of musical meditation. The abstract figure, rendered in sweeping strokes of crimson, charcoal and sepia, appears both grounded and fluid, its form shaped by the rhythm of an unseen melody. A slender stringed instrument rises through the center, merging with the silhouette as though music and being have become one. The brushstrokes ripple outward like waves of sound, creating a sense of motion and inner vibration. The bold red at the base symbolizes passion and life-force, while the darker shades above convey introspection and spiritual depth. The stylized head, with an elegant, quiet profile, evokes contemplation—an artist or seeker immersed in the healing silence between notes. Jaiswal’s signature abstract style brings together movement, mindfulness and artistic grace in a single harmonious composition.

Experience the enchantment of a woman's violin performance as it transcends mere notes, evoking a symphony of emotions and vibrant hues. Witness the enthralling bond between musician and instrument unfold in the captivating strokes of Peruvian artist Reyna de la Barra's abstract masterpiece, expertly crafted with oil paints.

Titled Notas de un violin enamorado in Spanish.

Deep, rich red communicates the strength of roots in this handsome monotype print. By Mexican artist Paula Balderas, this powerful composition is inspired by the natural world. "Roots in the air that never touch the firm earth, that never know in what direction the wind will take them," she muses. "For now, all is well."

Titled "Raíces" in Spanish, the print is framed in pinewood.

“Sailing has always been practiced by our ancestors. Every region in Indonesia has differences in how to calculate wind direction. Sailors will use the stars as a guide when they are in the middle of the sea. This artwork conveys always having the courage to sail through life,” says Javanese artist Pramono Hadi of this striking abstract piece. Bold strokes of red, yellow, green, blue and black acrylics create a modern composition that commands attention wherever it’s placed.

Indian artist Sunil Jaiswal visualizes the beauty of musical meditation through fluid movements and symbolic harmony in this mesmerizing acrylic painting. Rendered in rich shades of crimson, blush pink and deep charcoal, the artwork features a serene, blindfolded female profile, her closed vision symbolizing inner awakening and introspection. A radiant sun-like halo crowns her head, suggesting enlightenment born through sound and silence. Flowing brushstrokes spiral around her form like a melodic rhythm, becoming both instrument and energy. A curved stringed motif runs through the center, grounding the meditation in music’s gentle pulse. Delicate birds perched along the upper arc and lower curve bring a sense of freedom, peace and natural rhythm, as though the melody extends beyond the figure into the world around her.