Description

Strings of the Divine – Vichitra Veena is a unique creative art book devoted entirely to the rare Vichitra Veena, the fretless voice of Indian classical music. Through sacred illustrations in which deities and divine motifs embrace the Vichitra Veena, the book presents the instrument not merely as an object of performance, but as a symbol of stillness, devotion, and contemplative beauty. Each visual composition invites the reader into an immersive practice of coloring, sketching, and mindful observation.

Designed as a meditative two-page experience, every artwork set includes a full line-art plate for coloring along with a facing Sketch & Paint page that provides a smaller reference image and open space for personal interpretation. The book draws inspiration from the visual and symbolic grammar of the veena itself, including the seamless meend, the resonant twin gourds, the bridge contours, and the quiet discipline associated with the gatta or slide. The result is a deeply personal and reflective art experience that bridges music, sacred imagery, and creative practice.

Key Highlights:

First creative art book devoted entirely to the Vichitra Veena.

Features sacred illustrations where deities and divine motifs are shown with the Vichitra Veena.

Designed as a mindful coloring and sketch experience rooted in stillness, devotion, and artistic reflection.

Each artwork appears as a two-page set with one coloring plate and one facing Sketch & Paint page.

Encourages both guided coloring and independent sketch-based interpretation.

Concept, illustration, design, and layout created by Dr. Radhika Veenasadhika.

Buy / Enquiry: MRP ₹699

Contact: lokgathaprakashan@gmail.com | 9833703592

Additional Note: For personal and classroom use only. Commercial duplication is not permitted. All interior and cover artworks are original and digitally illustrated by Dr. Radhika Veenasadhika. Printed in India.