8th September 2026 Mani & Beena
Mani has astounded me with this remarkable new artwork. With vibrant coloured pens, he masterfully constructed a mesmerizing scene that vividly recalls the spirit of pointillism.
Pointillism is an innovative art method where countless tiny dots are meticulously placed to form a cohesive image, rather than blending colours on a palette. Pioneered by George Seurat and Paul Signac in 1886 as a hallmark of Neo-impressionism, this technique later inspired masters like Van Gogh and Henri Matisse to push artistic boundaries in their own work.
Creating images with countless dots demands immense patience and focus, often testing the artist’s perseverance. When tackling complex landscapes or portraits, maintaining perspective becomes a true challenge. Yet this painstaking process offers profound rewards: the meditative rhythm of dotting can soothe the mind, promote relaxation, and even foster neuroplasticity. You need not create a masterpiece—simply practicing pointillism offers a valuable lesson in patience, a quality often in short supply today.