Conceptual and Surrealist Art Commissions by SpAArC
I use painting to explore ideas that words cannot fully capture. From the duality of nature in 'Ambivalent' to the visual metaphors in 'Fear', these works are designed to provoke thought and define your space.
A closer look at the details in 'Ambivalent'. The texture of the bird's feathers against the smooth, aggressive form of the snake highlights the core conflict of the piece.
The snake emerging from the mouth is a powerful metaphor for words or thoughts that can escape us in dangerous forms. It represents the release of inner demons or a transformation into something more primal.
An alternate view of the finished 'Fear' painting, showing the interplay between the clear, direct gaze and the obscured, distorted features behind the plastic. This contrast is central to the painting's theme of facing fear.
A detailed view of 'Fear', focusing on the texture of the python's skin and the water droplets on the plastic wrap. Each element is painted to be hyperrealistic, making the surreal concept feel tangible.
This close-up highlights the technical detail in 'Fear'. The reflection in the eye, the delicate eyebrow hairs, and the light catching on the plastic and water create a layered, complex surface.
A detail from 'Sapling', showing a goldfinch perched on the cracked, stone-like hand. The bird represents life and freedom, interacting with the rigid structure of old beliefs.
A work-in-progress shot of 'Fireflies'. Here, you can see the layering process I use to build up light, creating the soft glow of the fireflies and the gentle highlights on the face.
About Conceptual & Surrealist Art
When we start a commission, I don't just take a brief. We spend time sketching and debating the core idea to make sure the symbols reflect your specific values. My process relies on strong foundations, where I use architectural techniques like grid layouts and monochrome underpainting to build depth before adding a single layer of color. This ensures the final piece is not just decoration, but a structured narrative that fits your space and your story.
The Intersection of Structure and Emotion
For me, architecture and painting are the same conversation. In my studio, a wooden cabin in Gubbalala, Bengaluru, I apply the same architectural rigor to a canvas as I do to a blueprint. My surrealist and conceptual work is built on these strong foundations, ensuring that every painting has a logic and a backbone before I introduce the fluid, emotional elements.
My Artistic Process
My approach is hands-on and transparent. Whether you are looking for a large statement piece or a smaller study, the process involves:
- Conceptualization: We start with your values or a specific emotion you want to capture. I develop preliminary sketches to align our vision.
- Technical Execution: I utilize artist-grade oils and acrylics. For portraits and detailed pieces, I use the grid method for anatomical accuracy, followed by a monochrome underpainting.
- Layering: I dedicate over 30 hours to glazing layers to achieve genuine depth in skin texture, fabric folds, or complex materials like plastic and glass.
Why Surrealism and Concept Art?
I believe art should force us to look closer. When I paint themes like duality (as seen in my 'Ambivalent' series) or prejudice (as in 'Fear'), I am not just creating an image. I am capturing a tension. These pieces use symbols—snakes, fireflies, birds, and water droplets—to externalize internal conflicts. My goal is to create a painting that you can live with, one that changes as you see it in different lights and moods throughout the day.
If you want a piece that acts as a focal point for your home and sparks conversation, let's discuss what we can build together.
Tejesh
I’m Tejesh. I run SpAArC from a studio where painting and architecture feel like the same conversation. Whether I am designing a home or working on a canvas, I am looking for the emotional core—the messy, real part of the story.
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