A Puzzling Tour of India

Posted on February 26, 2016 by ambisam

2016 marks the launch of a puzzle and activity book that I have worked on for a good six months or so. Each puzzle showcases a unique facet of Incredible India – its people, monuments, places, flora, and fauna. From … Continue reading →

Masala Mix

Posted on April 22, 2015 by ambisam

Ah…spices! South Asian food is the magical result of blending herbs and spices to create heady aromas and deep rich flavors. There are no exact measurements, just a pinch of this and a handful of that, and over time, good cooks learn … Continue reading →

Sadhus at Kumbh Mela – A Postcard from India

Posted on April 10, 2015 by ambisam

The gathering of devotees at the Kumbh Mela every four years is a spectacle unlike any other on this planet. (If you have never seen it, search for images right now!) To be completely honest, I don’t think I will … Continue reading →

Waiting for the Maharajah – A Postcard from India

Posted on March 13, 2015 by ambisam

Ever wondered how long a Maharajah must take to get ready in the morning? Just ask his impatient ride! Ink and paper collage – Prints at Society6.

Everyday People of India – An Ink and Paper Collage Series

Posted on March 4, 2015 by ambisam

Prints at Society6.

Gupshup – A Postcard From India

Posted on October 2, 2014 by ambisam

A tribute to Norman Rockwell’s “The Gossips” from 1948. I have always loved this illustration of Rockwell’s, the expressions and details are fascinating. Over the years, I have made a number of little faces for picture books – Bye, Bye, … Continue reading →

Goa – A Postcard From India

Posted on July 3, 2014 by ambisam

Goa, lovely Goa! This tiny state in India is one of the more liberal, laid-back places in the country. It is also serene, picturesque and possibly one of the best places for a holiday in the region. The beautiful … Continue reading →

Traffic Jam – A Postcard from India

Posted on March 25, 2014 by ambisam

Anyone who has lived or visited India will recognize this scene! Traffic jams or gridlocks in India are so dense that they appear to defy the laws of physics, yet somehow they untangle and life goes on. I used paper collage … Continue reading →

Jaipur – A Postcard from India

Posted on November 12, 2013 by ambisam

Second in a series of artwork featuring heritage cities in the Indian sub-continent. I used paper collage and ink outlines to create the elements and assembled them on Photoshop CS. The scene shows monuments, architecture, objects and curiosities that are … Continue reading →

Ahmedabad – A Postcard from India

Posted on October 30, 2013 by ambisam

First in a series of artwork featuring heritage cities in the Indian sub-continent. I used paper collage and ink outlines to create the elements and assembled them on Photoshop CS. The scene shows monuments, architecture, objects and curiosities that are … Continue reading →

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