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I love to sketch ...mainly monuments and buildings. These are sketches inspired by my travels to various countries.

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Updated on Jan. 27 2008

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ORIGINAL SKETCHES

Posted on Aug. 26 2006

Quite a few of these sketches were done right after I visited a place but some were done much later ( as and when I found time!)

Animation done by my daughter

It gives me a lot of joy to put down on paper what I have seen and a sense of accomplishment when it is being appreciated by people

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National Carillion, Canberra-by Venu.JPG

This is a set of tuned bells played from a keyboard and given to the Australian government as a gift by the British. The monument is built on Aspen island in Lake Burley and is spectacularly lit up at night. When the key board is played generally between 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm, the music drifts across the lake. The Captain Cook fountain can be seen in the near background and also the Black mountain Telstra tower from where one can get great 360 degree views of the capital city.

By venu on Nov. 30 2007

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Chinese junk by Venu.JPG

This is a painting I have done based on a photograph taken in Phuket. The boat known as a Junk has origins in China and is commonly seen in Southeast Asia. Junks usually have around two or three sails but sometimes have four. Each mast is made of bamboo. These days the Junks are usually used to ply tourists around.

By venu on Nov. 23 2007

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Silhouetted Taj by Venu.jpg

The boatmen on the Yamuna river returning from work make an artist's delight against the silhoutted monument of love.It gives the impression of the sunlight embracing the entire landscape.

By venu on Sep. 23 2006

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Chapel bridge & Water tower, Lucerne- by Venu.jpg

Nestled between the Alps and on the shores of Lake Lucerne, this late 14th century bridge has got some amazing paintings depicted on its walls.The octogonal water tower built in the 13th century has served as a water tower, granary, prison etc.

By venu on Sep. 19 2006

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through the arch-Tajmahal, Agra, India - by venu.jpg

Against the setting sun, the Taj looks even more beautiful.Viewed from any angle, this monument of everlasting love captivates the beholder.

By venu on Sep. 9 2006

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castle de chillon, switzerland.jpg

The castle de Chillon located on the eastern banks of Lake Geneva, very close to Montreaux is built on a rocky island and forms a perfect picture postcard of the place. Comprising of nearly 24 buildings and built over a period of time, this was the inspiration to poets like Lord Byron.

By venu on Oct. 18 2006

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Warwick Castle, Central England, UK- by Venu.jpg

A medieval castle in England . This fortress rises majestically from the banks of the River Avon, just a few miles from Shakespeare's Stratford. For centuries, Warwick Castle was home to the mighty Earls of Warwick.

By venu on Nov. 10 2006

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chinese fishing nets-by venu.jpg

As the sun sets in the Arabian sea , the chinese fishing nets look an artist's delight. As viewed in Cochin (also known as the Venice of the east), India

By venu on Sep. 13 2006

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Grand palace stupas, Bangkok, Thailand- by venu.jpg

An impressive sight in the Grand Palace complex in which the Emerald Buddha temple is located.The structures are so captivating and one must not miss the paintings within the complex which depict the story of the Hindu epic Ramayana.

By venu on Sep. 28 2006

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Abra (water taxi) station, Bur dubai, Dubai -by Venu.jpg

The Bur Dubai side of the Dubai creek still is a bustling point for trade. Even though the city has grown rapidly as a metropolis, this side still retains its old world charm with wind towers, souks, abras, small lanes , hustle bustle and nostalgia.The abras(water taxis) still ply people to the Diera side of the creek at nearly 1/10th of the cost if one were to take a cab and in less than 10 minutes.

By venu on Oct. 5 2006

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Mary writes:

Hi, I remember you, well, I'm back. I love your art and your photography, it's wonderful. Your art reminds me of renoir and monet. Very nice. This is really nice work, I haven't been able to go through much, so, I'll be back, ok? Thanks for sharing your beautiful work. Mary.

Added on Jan. 27 2008

The Skyaak Guy writes:

Hi Venu. I really enjoy your breezy treatment of all the beautiful subjects. I can see these scenes through your artist's eyes. thank you so much for the visual interpretations. They are just splendid! As well, I see you have favorited my HistoricMuralSeries. Wow you are fast. I just posted it in the past couple of days. I also see that you have popped in to see my Skyaak folder. Venu, what are your thoughts or impressions of Skyaak? I always savor any feedback I can get from people, as this is my all-time most favorite pet project!

Best wishes....I am a fan!

Michael.

Added on Jan. 26 2007

Marie writes:

I am looking forward to reading your book one day. Good suggestion of yours to put my work up for sale. i have now done this for both my art and my real life experience books. Marie

Added on Nov. 26 2006

Marie writes:

Thank you for your positive feedback. I intend to put some of my prints up for sale today when my husband has helped me to work out how to do it ! Marie

Added on Nov. 25 2006

Marie writes:

Your use of colour is lovely - you obviously get a great deal of pleasure and excitement from colours. You have travelled so widely. It's a lovely idea to use your travels as a basis for art and your writing about your pictures is so interesting. You should write at lengthand use your illustrations as an accompaniment: it would make a really great book!...Marie

Added on Nov. 24 2006

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