KUNG FU SHIVA (Stay calm and chant Om Namah Shivaya)

KungFu Shiva

‘KungFu Shiva’ ventures beyond conventional boundaries, melding mythology and metaphysical symbolism into an existentialist narrative. In this composition, the formidable God of Destruction, Shiva, takes centre stage, performing his Tandav dance with one foot raised. The lifted foot represents the profound notion that the mightiest forces of greed and power, when manifested in the human realm, can be brought to a humbling halt beneath his divine presence. It's a reminder of our intrinsic powerlessness before the cosmic forces embodied by Shiva. 

The burgundy curtains, reminiscent of a theatre stage, shroud this cosmic spectacle, evoking the concept of Maya, the illusion of existence in Hindu philosophy. Please observe the portrayal of a window within this illusionary sky, resembling a scene from "The Truman Show." Through this window, a make-believe superhero takes flight, introducing an element of surrealism into the composition.

This superhero's presence within the constructed reality challenges viewers to contemplate the thin line between illusion and truth, inviting them to question the nature of their own existence. In this painting, life is portrayed as a grand theatrical performance where we, as individuals, play our roles on this cosmic stage. The unexpected appearance of iconic characters from ‘The Wizard of Oz’, such as the strawman and Tin Man, creates an intriguing interplay between mythological, metaphysical, and fabled realms.

"KungFu Shiva" beckons viewers to contemplate the profound interplay of illusion, reality, and inner transformation. It invites us to recognize the impermanence of worldly pursuits and the transcendent power of divine presence, urging us to navigate the intricate dance of life with humility and reverence for the cosmic forces that shape our existence.

PRINTS TECHNICAL INFO

Prints media info:

Each Fine Art Print is titled, numbered and signed in Ketna’s handwriting

The studio meticulously keeps account of each numbered print, including when and who it was sold to, so there is no chance of duplication

Each Fine Art Paper Print comes in an edition of 50, so for the three sizes, the total prints ever made will be 150

Each Acrylic / Metal Print comes in an edition of 25 for each size

Each Print is made to order. Please allow 10 working days for delivery

Archival Art Paper Print (unframed; delivered rolled up in a poster tube)

Depending on each composition’s ‘personality’, colour spectrum and destined geographical location, the Artwork is printed either as a C-Type print on Fuji gloss paper or as a Giclee print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag paper. (For humid countries e.g Singapore, C-type Fuji paper is advised as it is does not let moisture and mould through)

Acrylic Screen Prints: Back printed on glossy acrylic glass, and come with a wooden frame. 

Our acrylic prints are no less than 5 mm thick and are finished with a thick black premium foil on the back. This protects the print and gives extra depth and colour brilliance to the end result. In addition, our acrylic prints are made from 70% recycled acrylic.  

HD Metal Prints: Printed on aluminium

HD Metal consists of a thin aluminium plate with a special coating on top. We then use a unique dye sublimation technique to apply the artwork onto it. The result is a phenomenally razor sharp resolution which makes the overall look very contemporary and vibrant.  The material we use is scratch-resistant and waterproof so it can be used for outdoor use too. The high-gloss version is the successor of plexiglass prints however it is lighter, stronger and has a luscious colour spectrum!  HD Metal  beautifully juxtaposes the classic and traditional with state of the art technology,  resulting in frameless, shiny Art that looks timeless as it 'floats' off the wall.

Both Acrylic and Metal Prints are always supplied with a free prefitted hanging system with spacer, so ready to hang immediately.  All you need is a screw in the wall, and they will hang firm and flat against the wall.