{"product_id":"son-of-the-wind-vayuputhra","title":"Son of the Wind (Vayuputhra)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"96\"\u003eArtist: \u003c\/strong\u003eSHANAKA KULATHUNGA\u003cstrong data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSon of the Wind (Vayuputhra), 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:  \u003c\/strong\u003eOil on Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e49 × 36 in (124.46 × 91.44 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShanaka Kulathunga presents Lord Hanuman with remarkable strength, contemplation, and raw spiritual energy, transforming the revered mythological figure into a deeply emotional and visually compelling presence. Through expressive brushwork and layered textures, the artist captures both the physical power and inner devotion associated with Hanuman, creating a portrait that feels timeless yet intensely contemporary. The composition radiates emotional depth, drawing viewers into a sacred atmosphere where spirituality and humanity coexist harmoniously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich textures and dramatic lighting play a vital role in enhancing the emotional intensity of the artwork. Shanaka Kulathunga uses luminous highlights and shadowed contrasts to sculpt the figure with a sense of movement and psychological presence. Earthy tones blended with fiery accents evoke courage, sacrifice, and divine energy, while the painterly surface adds rhythm and vitality to the composition. The layered application of colour and texture creates an almost tactile quality, allowing the image to feel alive with devotion and spiritual force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKulathunga’s expressive portrait style transforms traditional mythological imagery into intimate human narratives filled with emotion and symbolism. Rather than depicting Hanuman solely as a divine icon, the artist reveals moments of introspection, resilience, and compassion within the figure. His interpretation beautifully bridges ancient mythology with contemporary artistic language, making the deity accessible to modern audiences while preserving its sacred essence. Through this powerful visual approach, Shanaka Kulathunga celebrates Indian gods with reverence, vitality, and painterly elegance, creating artworks that resonate beyond religious symbolism and speak to universal human emotion, faith, and inner strength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gallery Silver Scapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52389958484280,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/8717\/1896\/files\/image_6_230973bc-d9ca-4e0e-ac5d-936abdb15e4d.png?v=1779092912","url":"https:\/\/gallerysilverscapes.com\/products\/son-of-the-wind-vayuputhra","provider":"Gallery Silver Scapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}