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A Black Ant's Journey Immortalized In Oil

🐜 A Black Ant's Journey Immortalized In Oil Oil on Canvas | Size: 12 x 12 inches | By CRA 🌿 Concept & Inspiration In the smallest corners of nature lies an untold story of determination. This artwork captures the quiet yet powerful journey of a black ant — a symbol of discipline, persistence, and resilience. Often overlooked, this tiny creature becomes the protagonist of a larger narrative, reminding us that greatness is not defined by size, but by purpose. 🎨 Artistic Process Step 1 – Structural Sketch The journey begins with a precise line sketch, focusing on the anatomy and proportions of the ant. Every segment is carefully placed to maintain realism and balance. Step 2 – Base Layer & Background Tone A soft green base is applied to establish a natural environment. This layer sets the mood and provides depth for the subject to emerge. Step 3 – Initial Form Develo...

“From Kitchen to Market: The Journey of Perfectly Crisp Banana Chips”

Materials we need To prepare the banana chips we need the following materials:- Raw banana (Nendran), oil, salt, spices, Gas, Knives, small fruit slicer or hand slicer, Plastic buckets, bowls, Polythene bags, brand labels and Bag sealer.  Hand slicer   Selection of raw material and purchasing of bananas from wholesalers Nendran, a variety of banana growing in some parts of South India is the most suitable variety for making chips. Traditionally, raw Nendran bananas are essential to use under-ripe green bananas as these have the correct texture for drying and frying. If plantain is used, select nearly ripe fruit that has stiff and starchy flesh. Ripe and over ripe bananas and plantains should not be used as the texture is too soft to make the chips. Preparation of raw material  Bananas should be peeled just before they are used because when the flesh is exposed to the air it turns brown. This does not affect the eating quality but it does not look very attractive...