The self 36. Abstract Painting, 2026

Neerja Chandna Peters  

Precision meets intuition in this geometric composition. The artwork unfolds through a rigorous arrangement of triangles and intersecting planes. A bold central axis anchors the visual flow. Two spheres dominate the core. One is a deep, mysterious crimson. The other glows with a vibrant, neon intensity. These circles break the linear tension of the surrounding shapes. 
The palette shifts from earthy ochres and olive greens to deep indigos and bruised purples. Subtle textures emerge from the acrylic and ink layers. These mixed media applications add a tactile depth to the flat surfaces. The composition evokes a sense of internal balance. It suggests a psychological map or a spiritual diagram. Every line serves a purpose. The symmetry creates a meditative rhythm. It reflects a disciplined approach to abstraction. This piece bridges the gap between clinical accuracy and artistic expression. The use of contrasting hues enhances the structural stability of the image. The focal point rests where the warm reds meet the cool shades of the base.

Realising the consciousness or Self is realising the Universe and its Source. Connecting with this light within is also then a path of connecting with the Source. The Self series of works celebrates this connection with the Self.

Neerja Chandna Peters enjoys achieving fluid harmony through the play of lines, their symmetrical synchronicity and rhythmic interplay, manipulating tones, saturation, and values, thus creating subtle optical movement with their variable refrangibility. In her compositions, lines and light are not merely aesthetic choices but act as conduits leading the viewer to a space of stillness and contemplation. Over time, she has come to understand that clarity often lies in reduction. A single color or the movement of a line can evoke a profound resonance when approached with intention. This practice focuses as much on the process as the result. It is about finding balance, not only on the canvas, but within. The act of creating becomes a reflection of this alignment, a moment when the finite touches the infinite, and the work itself becomes an offering.

From The Self series.
Acrylic and archival ink on Hahnemuhle 640gsm watercolour paper.