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Artist Sridhar V Ramasami is well known for his forceful, mystic paintings that push the boundaries of color and form. The confluence of three powerful cultures are evident in his paintings - Indian (birth), US (work and citizenship) and Chinese (present residence). His paintings have been exhibited and collected in Japan, USA, China and India.

The painting philosophy includes:

  • Beauty in simplicity
  • Non-realism
  • Color as a symbol for life
  • Story telling

The paintings depict a story. The story is told in a holistic and mystic style. It is intended to be a springboard for the viewers imagination. Considerable ambiguity is hence, incorporated to allow for viewer interpretation.

Availability: The paintings are currently available for sale in the cities of Austin (USA), Guadelajara (Mexico) and from this web site. Originals start at about 270 usd and giclees at 50 usd (Details). Some smaller studies are sometimes available starting at about 50 usd. Join the newsletter to be informed!

Some critiques of his paintings:

  • ... have a VERY visually distinctive and attractive technique and style. These works instantly grab one's attention, and then demand a second, closer look.
  • ... color technique for these pieces is truly very fresh and visually captivating.
  • ...found them to be quite compelling, fresh, ordered and well orchestrated. The color holds interest.
  • ...is utterly charming. I love the consistent theme and process of the work. It is a solid thoughtful unit. The style is very contemporary and playful.
  • it has immediate visual impact and weight, the compositions are bold in their use of strong, clear shapes, and also complex as the shapes mesh, interlock, overlap in inventive ways

AND: The other contents of this website are:

The Comics section contains an illustrated adventure titled Adventures of VJ - The Jasmine Jewel and a comic strip titled Foreign teacher - Mr. Wye. The Adventures of VJ depicts one of the earlier chapters where he leaves home.

The Writing section contains poems and short stories.

The ECT Hike section contains information about his hike of the Eastern Continental Trail which lasted 10 months and covered about 5000 miles. The section contains trail information, journals, hike details and tips for hikers.

The China section contains photos and journals of his current experience in China. It also contains materials for his students.


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NEW!

Jul 7, 2008
Major site redesign


Jun 15, 2008
Added new paintings


Apr 20, 2008
Solo exhibition at Hexi University, Gansu, China


Mar 14, 2008
Paintings now also available in Gudelajara, Mexico.


Feb 28, 2008
Giclees now available.


Dec 28, 2007
Added new paintings


Sep 11, 2007
Added new paintings


Aug 25, 2007
Added new paintings


Jun 14, 2007
Added new paintings


May 7, 2007
Added new paintings


Apr 16, 2007
Updated Journal
Added photos of my brothers' visit to China


Mar 10, 2007
Added new paintings


Mar 2, 2007
Updated Journal
Added photos of my brothers' visit to China


Dec 17, 2006
Added chinese version of site.


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