Drawing

Goud's rural upbringing provides the inspiration for his work. Unlike typical representations of village life, he does not present an idyllic and romanticised image. His intimate knowledge and understanding of rural life allows him to depict his subjects in a truthful and sometimes humorous way. He sees the village as a very open society, where man and nature interact dynamically. In this drawing, Goud captures the vitality and calmness of this village woman. He uses very fine pencil lines to depict her hard, rough skin, which evokes a sense of the harsh Indian sun that she has been exposed to whilst going about her daily life.