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In seach of Harmony ~ book exploring harmony in river ecosystems and self

In Search of Laya is a poetic and visual exploration of the rhythm that flows through rivers and the self. Inspired by the Kaveri, Beas, and Tungabhadra, the project captures laya—harmony, surrender, and flow—through drawings and poems. Observing birds, trees, and shifting landscapes, it reveals how each element moves in tune with the river, embodying a shared rhythm. This outer laya reflects an inner search, as the artist explores their own connection to nature’s pulse. Blending ecology and introspection, the work invites viewers to reconnect with rivers—and the quiet harmony within all life.

Freedom

Freedom (2024)
Watercolor on Paper , A4

Abundance
Abundance (2024)
Ink on Paper , A2

Flowing and Growing Branches
Flowing and Growing Branches (2024)
Ink on Paper , A2

By the Evening
By the Evening (2024)
Ink on Paper , A2

Meditation
Meditation (2024)
Watercolor on Paper , A4

Meditation
Meditation (2024)
Watercolor on Paper , A4

In search of Laya (2024)
Translation: In search of Rhythm
Book

A curated collection of illustrations and poems that capture the embodied experiences shaped by the river ecosystems of southern India, including the Kaveri and Tungabhadra, while exploring the rhythm (Laya) within the landscape.

The poems are written in Gujarati, my mother tongue, and the book includes English translations.

Read the entire book in Gujrati

Read with English translations

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Author
Krishna Sheth