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India: Sensuality and Spirituality"
 

"Unity" is the main concept of all my art. With every new project I go to different countries and try to discover new aspects of Unity in Duality.

When I came to India for the first time, I was overwhelmed by the beauty of women, their colorful robes, saris and jewelry, the spicy food, strong smells, inspiring music, chaotic traffic, tranquility of the meditation resorts and erotic sculptures in the Hindu temples.

I believe the way of life in Indian culture is connected very much to the body. Vegetarian food, training in yoga, breath exercises and seeing the Kama-Sutra as divine teaching of a way to enjoy life in all its richness are all tools to elevate the body by using the senses in a very controlled way. Over the centuries, the Indian people have been able to see the big picture of the Universe and connect it to their daily lives.

The Indian way can be interesting for other societies, especially those which separate the body and the spirit in grotesque ways. By forcing sensuality into the realms of unholy, western people, for example, suffer from anxiety, stress, dissatisfaction, aggression and fear.

In my photo-project "India: Sensuality and Spirituality" I am looking for balance and harmony between these seemingly opposite aspects. I want to inspire all civilizations to be open to the positivity and beauty of life.

Ekatherina S.