The Nataraja form of the Lord Shiva represents the cosmic dance, which energizes and balances the universe. Of the five elements, “Akaasha” is the most inexplicable, and can be discovered only with pure consciousness.

In this painting, I have sought to capture the majestic cosmic dance of Shiva as Nataraja, set against the backdrop of Chidambaram Kshetra—dedicated to Lord Shiva in his ‘Akasha’ (ether) form. This ethereal element, both mysterious and profound, symbolizes the boundless pursuit of wisdom and spiritual awakening.