With all the news that is constantly circulating already in the first few days of 2026, this is a piece that literally flowed out.
I have been interested in folklore for a while now and I wanted to rewrite some of the characters in my own style and my own way. I would love if there existed a Medusa in 2026 who could let loose her snakes on the male leader in the world currently who are running us to mental and physical fatigue. All at the same time, disregarding the earth, female wisdom, indigenous knowledge, and basic common sense.
So here is my small but insignificant protest piece.
I have been so strongly influenced by the Gond art line and texture work during this trip that I simply have to use it everywhere.
To see my process follow me on Instagram at @rukminikelkar
Colors will vary slightly from computer screen to the original artwork.
Rukmini Kelkar retains all reproduction rights and copyrights.
Sale of original artwork does not reflect transfer of copyright.
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