STAR: What’s integral to the work of an artist?
ARUNA.S: For me, an integral approach to art attempts, to acknowledge and represent how
art has the potential to help us our deeper nature. As an artist, this means that I am in a co-crea-
tive relationship, not only with all who view my art but also with the present modern day cul-
ture.
STAR: What role does the artist have in society?
ARUNA.S: Art is a mirror of society. Whatever happens in society, it gets reflected in the
paintings of the artist. Art is often a reflection of the personality of an artist who can lead, fol-
low, or can change the wave of society. Art conducts the heritage of a society from one genera-
tion to another…
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