The artist incorporates several traditional symbols into a modern, abstract form to tell a story of empowerment:
* The Goddess at the Center: Her calm, steady gaze amid the surrounding chaotic textures represents emotional stability. She is the “still point” in a busy world, symbolizing how Indian women manage multiple roles (family, career, self) while maintaining inner peace.
* The Third Eye: A prominent dot on her forehead signifies intuition and wisdom. It suggests that a woman’s power comes not just from action, but from a deep, spiritual “knowing.”
* The Lion & The Bull: * The Lion (Durga’s mount) represents raw courage, tenacity, and the ability to control one’s own “inner beast” or fears.
* The Bull (traditionally Nandi/Shiva’s mount) appears at the base, representing groundedness, endurance, and fertility. Together, they show a balance of fierce action and steady patience.
* The Hands & Weapons: You can see stylized hands holding a Conch (positive energy), a Lotus (purity/detach