Created by
Janaki priya
Whispers of sacred table by Janukesh in Bengaluru
Whispers of sacred table
This piece has been a silent companion in my life for the past three years. I began it before my marriage, and carried it with me through the transition into becoming a wife and then a mother. There were many moments when I felt I should give up — the detailing was intense, and balancing art with a newborn felt nearly impossible.
But every stroke of this work was created in the quiet hours when my baby slept. In those moments, I felt a deep spiritual presence, as if this artwork itself was giving me the strength to continue. The central figure, illuminated with gold, became a symbol of the divine energy that guided me through exhaustion, doubt, and overwhelming responsibilities.
Completing this artwork is more than finishing a drawing — it reflects resilience, faith, and the journey of a woman who held on to her passion despite life’s challenges. This piece carries not just technique and detail, but my emotions, my struggles, and the little pockets of time in which I rediscovered myself as an artist.
Availability: Available
Medium: drawings, mixed media, other media
Collection: impressionism, fantasy, people, still life
Size: 42cm (W) X 28cm (H)
Price: INR35,000
Meet the Artist
Bengaluru, IndiaMy name is Janaki Priya. My artistic journey began with the biggest inspiration in my life — my mother, who is an artist herself. Watching her create sparked something in me from a young age.
During the lockdown, I started drawing more seriously, and I even sold a few of my works on NFT platforms. That experience gave me the confidence to believe that art was not just a hobby, but my path.
Most of my works revolve around themes of the feminine, the divine, and wildlife. I’ve always been deeply inspired by Renaissance art, especially The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli. I admire its grace and elegance, which inspired me to recreate it in graphite.
Graphite and charcoal are my favorite mediums. I love the challenge of expressing depth, emotion, and sophistication using just black and white. I believe limitation in colour can create limitless mood.
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