Sunday, May 6, 2012

The Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai



Watercolor on Fabriano Rough paper 300gsm
10 x 20 inches

Thought I'd take a break from Udaipur now…:)
This is the Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus), one of the most important landmarks of Mumbai and the busiest railway station in India. Built by the British in honor of the Queen Victoria, it is one of the architectural marvels in the country!  Sadly, this was also one of the targets of the terror attacks in 2008!
This subject has been painted by many artists, particularly the local ones. I too had a desire to paint this subject for some time, so when I made a trip to Mumbai last time, I shot some reference photos of the place and worked from them. I chose a wide format composition which I thought suited well for this kind of subject. I dared not paint the complex architecture and simplified it much! 
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19 comments:

  1. SHUBHANKAR ADHIKARIMay 6, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    Nice work Ramesh.

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  2. Gold FinchMay 7, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    Another bright happy painting. With just a hint of how busy it is.

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    1. Ramesh JhawarMay 7, 2012 at 5:37 AM

      Thank you Mr.Richard! I'm glad you like the painting!

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  3. Gatepost productionsMay 7, 2012 at 2:53 AM

    It's just as I remember it, Ramesh, although I was more familiar with Dheli.

    It works really well, simplified architecture or not, I just love it!

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    1. Ramesh JhawarMay 7, 2012 at 5:38 AM

      Thanks a lot Mr.John! You've been to India?
      Great to know this! I really appreciate your comment :)

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  4. Joyeeta NeogiMay 7, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Absolutely beautiful!

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  5. ANURAG MEHTAMay 7, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Beautiful work done Ramesh,The colors are so nicely applied, I specially like the taxi in foreground which is filling the painting with life and motion.The udaipur series was also incredible.Thanks for painting my city.good luck.

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    1. Ramesh JhawarMay 7, 2012 at 11:01 PM

      Thank you Anurag ji. Comment padh kar achha laga :)

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  6. WatermarycolorsMay 7, 2012 at 11:24 PM

    Gorgeous! the light, the colors.. everthing its wonderfull. Congrat!

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    1. Ramesh JhawarMay 8, 2012 at 5:32 AM

      Many thanks Mari Jose for your appreciation :)

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  7. Concha SignesMay 8, 2012 at 12:27 AM

    In your last job, I see a color change to gray and gold that you capture splendidly, I really like.
    A hug for you and your family.

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    1. Ramesh JhawarMay 8, 2012 at 5:34 AM

      Thank you very much dear Concha! I'm really happy to read your comment!
      A big hug

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  8. Art with LizMay 9, 2012 at 4:15 AM

    Your watercolour skills never cease to amaze and delight. There is so much detail in this work and you make it look so simple! Thanks so much for visiting me, and yes, you will always be the best bicycle painter!

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  9. Ramesh JhawarMay 9, 2012 at 11:23 PM

    Dear Liz, Thank you for such kind words! :)

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  10. gugunMay 17, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    this is really beautiful - as you say the wide-frame format really works for this grand station. Lovely morning light and less people about - gives a feeling of a slightly older era :)

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  11. Nadia PisoniMay 21, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Bellissimo acquarello, meravigliosa atmosfera e ovviamente bravissimo artista. Buon lavoro.

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  12. John SalmonAugust 25, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Bravo Ramesh.

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