THE ART / ARTIST

ananta. is a New York City-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans stippling, painting, drawing, and portrait/editorial photography, with a strong focus on performance-based, experiential art. Specializing in creating pieces that go beyond surface appearances, ananta’s work often carries veiled, profound meanings that reveal themselves more deeply upon closer exploration.

Much of ananta's artistic output emerges from performance-based activities that double as practices for living—rituals, meditations, and movements that guide both the artist and the viewer toward a greater understanding of self and existence. These practices are not only the foundation of his work, but also integral to how he engages with the world, creating pieces that invite reflection and personal transformation.

ananta's photographic work, in particular, is dedicated to shining light on individuals who have often been overlooked or underrepresented in mainstream media. With a focus on plus-sized models and others who have not received significant attention for their beauty, ananta’s portraits are powerful celebrations of diversity, self-worth, and the inherent beauty in all bodies. Through his lens, he captures the raw elegance and strength of those whose stories and presence have too often been marginalized.

Beyond his visual art, ananta is an accomplished musician who has traveled the world performing *kirtan*, a traditional form of call-and-response chanting rooted in the Indian devotional tradition. His music is a fusion of soulful melodies and meditative rhythms, bridging cultural gaps and creating spaces for connection, healing, and collective expression.

Driven by a deep commitment to exploring and expanding the boundaries of art, ananta's creations are not just objects to be observed—they are invitations to experience, reflect, and embrace the layers of meaning that reside beneath the surface.