Karankumar Vijaykumar Rajpurohit

LA4015-2

Song of the forest

The world of natural soundscapes often remains hidden in plain sight, overlooked amid the rush of daily life. Amidst the hustle and bustle of urban existence, the intricate symphony of a forest’s soundscape can easily go unnoticed. The whisper of leaves in the wind, and the harmonious calls of birds tend to blend seamlessly into the background, absorbed by the ambient noise of our lives. The “Song of the Forest” is a comprehensive exploration of the intricate auditory landscape within forest ecosystems, where biophony and geophony interweave in a harmonious narrative. This research delves into the sensory and emotional dimensions of these soundscapes, as they resonate with human perception and inspire artistic expression. Within the heart of the forest’s melodies, orchestrated primarily by its avian inhabitants, fuse seamlessly with the subtle sounds of rustling leaves, flowing water, and the forest floor. Through the “Song of the Forest,” I seek to uncover the profound connections between natural soundscapes and human perception. This concept paves the way for in-depth investigations into the potential for artistic inspiration, creative expression, and ecological awareness rooted in the forest’s emotive symphony. 


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Charcoal on paper - Drawing the landscape

Storyboard - Drawing the landscape

8' feet section - Correlating systems

identifying & developing the lens - Larger visions

Developing the lens - Larger visions

Developing the lens - Larger visions

Developing the lens - Larger visions

Recreate/Reimagine

Recreate/Reimagine