உயர்வு Uyirvu (‘growth and rise’) illustrates histories of resistance and futures filled with regenerative joy.

In this window commission, Siva delves into the themes of hybridity, fluidity, affirmations and rest. Through the lens of speculative fiction, the imagery of lizards and Millet grass evoke concepts of regrowth and the cycles of nature.

Central to the work are the Tamil texts, notably அமைதி Amaithy which evokes a sense of serenity, tranquillity and harmony.

The typography மாவீரர் Maaveerar, accompanying the tiger, symbolises strength and warrior spirit, while ஒற்றுமை Ottrumai, accompanying the three headed snake, translates to togetherness.

உயர்வு Uyirvu offers space to imagine joy as a multi-dimensional experience and gestures towards themes of unity, resilience and empowerment.