One of the greatest gifts that this class provided us with is Tara Sabharwal’s visit. It was a wonderful experience to meet such a lively, open artist. She was very genuine in her answers to our questions and I felt that she really wanted to express her art in the best way possible for us (and she did!). As Tara mentioned, she never plans out her art (her work is not conditioned), it is candid. It is really rare that an artist can explain his/her work of art in detail as well as Tara did. She gave us an insight on her influences and her thoughts while she makes art, Tara provided us with a personal tour of her work. Her overview of life is very interesting in that she does not plan anything but rather just adjusts to life conditions. Tara traveled to different countries, took different opportunities and this entire life journey is evident in her art.

This is my favorite of Tara’s work

As to her art itself, it is absolutely great. Tara uses aspects of Indian and international art in her pieces. She expresses who she is intrinsically. She also adds elements from each of her trips into her work to show how she evolves with her art throughout her life travels. Her art is truly something to marvel about.

-Angelika