I’m very excited to share the conversation I had with the renowned abstract painter Hariraam Veeraraghavan at his place in Bangalore. He unveiled his latest masterpiece "Blue". Hariraam and I discuss spirituality, the infinite, and love among other very interesting topics that we got into. This is Hariraam’s second appearance on the podcast. Hariraam Veeraraghavan is a well-known abstract painter hailing from India. His works are known for their colorful, vibrant compositions that invite the viewer to indulge in their own interpretations and emotions. Veeraraghavan's technique involves layering colors and textures on the canvas to create multi-dimensional, dynamic pieces. He has stated that his inspiration comes from his surroundings and experiences, as well as from his fascination with the intersection of science and art. In addition to his abstract paintings, Veeraraghavan has also explored other mediums such as film and installation art. His pieces have been exhibited in various prestigious art shows and galleries around the world, cementing his position as a prominent name in the contemporary art scene. Overall, Veeraraghavan's work is a celebration of the power of art to evoke emotions, inspire imagination, and create a connection between the viewer and the artwork. 00:00:00 Start 00:01:17 Some of Hariraam’s Internationally Recognized Works 00:02:45 Getting something off my chest 00:08:41 Living Consciously/Marriage 00:15:22 How does Hari define Success 00:20:30 Hariraam's Journey to Becoming an Abstract Painter 00:29:43 Sharing Thoughts about Natural Medicine with Hari 00:35:54 How does Art Affect a Person? 00:49:48 Talented Vs Genius 00:54:11 How does Hari keep evolving? 01:06:09 Dealing with Depression 01:14:58 Where do you see me? The universe is inside you 01:15:45 Karma Discussion 01:23:01 Being and becoming more conscious, social contagions discussion 01:28:22 Living a life of greater consciousness 01:40:08 Dealing with Fear of Judgement 01:44:04 Abstraction is Total Consciousness 01:49:27 Abstract Paintings & Meaning 01:53:29 Accumulating Wealth Vs Living your Fullest Life 01:56:36 Examining yourself, seeking answers 02:06:19 Watermelon Vs Balloon 02:09:29 Should more of us do art? 02:16:44 Aprameya Swamy Temple 02:23:05 4 Levels of Abstract Painters Instagram: instagram.com/hariraamveeraraghavan/?hl=en Hope you enjoy the podcast as much as I did. Peace and Love. theideasandboxpodcast.com