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Feb 11

by GOPAN NAIR in Wonders of Nature 4 comments tags: abstract, aluminium, art, bauxite, blog, creation, creativ, drop, elements, five, FRAMES, freedom, god, gopan, gopan g nair, gops, gops.org, iron, laterite, nature, ore, photography, soil, stone

THE PARADOX OF ABSTRACT REALITY

I search for that artistic essence in everything; in water, scattered clouds, the earth’s muck, on wood or leaves that have fallen. By chance, I discovered these laterite stone blocks while building my home. This type of soil is abundant in iron ore, aluminium (bauxite), and various other minerals, giving the material a rich palette of colors. Some of the stones’ cross-sections resembled stunning abstract art pieces, and I found myself unable to resist capturing those moments on camera. Here are a few examples:

Apr 07

by GOPAN NAIR in Wonders of Nature 14 comments tags: allah, blog, creation, drop, elements, five, FRAMES, freedom, god, gopan, gopan g nair, gops, gops.org, nature, optics, panchbhoota, photography, precious, PROVOKING, THOUGHT, water

THOUGHT-PROVOKING FRAMES

“THE SIGN OF ALLAH [ Arabic: الله ]” I frequently find myself puzzled by how faith and fate are intertwined. Whenever I was short on photography subjects, something unexpected would suddenly present itself. It was on one particularly scorching day in India, as I was on the hunt for the perfect subject for my photographs. To my surprise, a nutmeg fruit dropped right in front of me, splitting open to reveal two halves. The vibrant red mace encircling the black seed gave it a heart-like appearance. Although each seed is unique, this one seemed oddly distinct. Upon closer inspection through my camera lens, I noticed an Arabic word that looked like ‘Allah’. Whether this was a mere coincidence or a figment of my overactive imagination, I can’t say. Regardless, I feel that the heart-shaped nut with the word ‘Allah’ inscribed on it was sending me a message. “THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS” The secret of happiness is freedom. The secret of freedom is courage. Freedom is the most valuable treasure one can possess. Goals, desires, and principles are worthless without the liberty to chase them. A vision that depicts a world free from all limits, all constraints. The image of freedom […]

Jan 14

by GOPAN NAIR in Life in this India 1 comments tags: bhoot, bhoota, bhootha, elements, five, gopan, gopan g nair, gops, gops photography, gops.org, of nature, panch, pancha, photography

PANCHA BHOOTA ( पन्च भूत )

The PANCHA BHOOTA (Sanskrit: पन्च भूत ), or the five prime elements of nature, are represented by LAND, WATER, AIR, SKY and FIRE. Despite the immense potential of each element, humans often underestimate the power of nature. It is believed that these elements must be kept in balance in both the universe and the human body. Any imbalance could lead to natural disasters and diseases. This framework symbolizes the five elements of nature, with the man at the top representing a life filled with energy, and the empty bottle at the bottom representing death. This is one of my all-time favorite captures. License this image for commercial use here : http://www.gettyimages.in/detail/photo/five-elements-of-nature-royalty-free-image/502150131

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THE PARADOX OF ABSTRACT REALITY

THOUGHT-PROVOKING FRAMES

PANCHA BHOOTA ( पन्च भूत )

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