Bharatanatyam Grace

    Hello! Happy Thanksgiving! I'm so excited for a break from school with my family and some extra time to paint! This is my latest painting for my AP Art portfolio (Advanced Placement Art class in school where for the exam I send in a portfolio of themed paintings). I expect to finish another piece over the break, so stay tuned for it! 

This is my friend who is an amazing dancer who does tradititonal Bharatnatyam Indian dancing. I saw her Arangetram---a three hour solo dance honoring her progress in dancing, and this is a photo from that. I love the intricate jewelry and dress; it was such such fun to paint!



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