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Spiritual & Mythological Sand Art Performances

I weave ancient epics and divine stories into visual art using only sand. Whether for a live festival stage or a special religious ceremony, I bring sacred moments to life.

A colorful depiction of Lord Shiva and Parvati, created for Mahashivratri. The flowing hair and serene expressions are brought to life with sand, creating a divine image for this auspicious occasion.

A powerful portrait of Lord Hanuman, with "Jay Shree Ram" written in the sand. This is a tribute to his devotion, a theme that resonates deeply with many.

For the Rath Yatra festival, I created this vibrant sand art of Lord Jagannath. The use of bright colors captures the festive and divine energy of this grand celebration.

Performing a story from the Ramayan for an audience of children. It is wonderful to use sand art to introduce the younger generation to our great epics.

This performance was for a "Diksha Samaroh" in the Jain community in Mumbai. Spiritual events are a perfect setting for sand art, as it provides a visual medium for religious and moral stories.

A sand art portrait of Neem Karoli Baba, a revered spiritual guru. I used colored sand to detail his clothing and capture his kind and knowing smile.

This is a sand portrait of Premanand ji Maharaj of Vrindavan. Creating portraits of spiritual leaders requires a focus on capturing their unique presence and aura.

About this collection

When I perform stories like the Ramayan or Mahabharat live, the sand becomes a bridge between the audience and the divine. You will see detailed portraits of deities like Lord Shiva or Hanuman emerging frame-by-frame, timed perfectly to music and narration to keep your guests completely captivated.

For festivals like Navratri, Mahashivratri, or Rath Yatra, a live sand art performance creates an immersive atmosphere that traditional visuals simply cannot match. I do not just sketch; I map out the entire narrative, morphing scenes fluidly to show the journey of deities or spiritual gurus. My performance setup is versatile; I can perform live on stage with giant screen projections for large gatherings or create high-quality, pre-recorded sand art films for digital sharing. For corporate or community events, I work closely with you to understand the specific theme, whether it is a moral story from the Ramayan or a tribute to a spiritual leader. Every grain is placed with intent, and I ensure the colors and lighting capture the exact devotional mood you need. Whether you are planning a Jain Diksha Samaroh or a large-scale Hanuman Jayanti celebration, my art is designed to bring people together in shared devotion. I handle the technical aspect of projection and lighting, so all you need to provide is the stage or event space.

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Neha Umak

Starting ₹14,000 per video project

I am Neha Umak, and for me, sand art is a form of prayer. My partner Kundan and I have performed at countless spiritual events, from local temples to grand festivals, always aiming to make the audience feel the divine presence through our stories.