Author: Beena Devi

26th January 2026 Mani Menon & Beena   I am excited to showcase this stunning ink-and-pen artwork by Mani Menon, who masterfully captures the vibrant essence of the Indian flag. His dynamic use of curves brings the tricolours to life, creating a powerful visual celebration of India’s spirit. Saffron represents courage, sacrifice, and the unifying…

26th January 2026 Emilia & Beena   I am excited to share a captivating painting by a remarkable young artist. Emilia, just five years old, created this vibrant artwork with only a fork and a spoon as a birthday gift for her mum. The bold poster colours and imaginative technique showcase her extraordinary creativity and…

22nd January 2026 Kala & Beena   Five years ago, we launched this website with a simple yet ambitious goal: to celebrate and share stories inspired by creative art. Today, as we mark this milestone, I am proud to showcase an evocative acrylic painting by Kala, one of our most passionate and consistent contributors. The…

20th January 2026 Lavender & Beena   Hello everyone. Today, I’m excited to share an inspiring acrylic painting by Lavender Jong. With swirling, vibrant skies reminiscent of Van Gogh, this artwork captures a magical path lined with flowers and a girl immersed in the simple joy of her walk.   Who among us hasn’t dreamed…

16th January 2026 Mr Nandakumar & Beena   Since I recently discussed the importance of risk-taking, I am excited to share an inspiring example: Mr Nandakumar’s bold leap into a new hobby.   He has started learning pottery, and the results are truly impressive. The very first pot he created is a testament to his…

16th January 2026 Beena   Hello everyone. This morning, I hesitated to share my acrylic painting of a wild orchid. Yet I realised that without taking risks, I would never discover how others perceive my work. To my delight, the responses I received were uplifting and insightful. Even my harshest critic recognised the value and…

10th January 2026 Suchitra Narayan   For some years now, I have been wanting to draw/paint birds..and what came to my mind always was a yellow bird..and most of all its eyes..   Yesterday, while cleaning up some old papers in my childhood home, I came across this colour pencil drawing of the yellow bird….

9th January 2026 Beena   This morning, I shared an acrylic painting titled Magical Forest.” Among the responses, one comment stood out: “Is it a durian forest?’ That unexpected question sparked my imagination and inspired me to write the story you’re about to read. Across Asia, durians are celebrated and polarising in equal measure. Their…

3rd January 2026 Sheeba George & Beena   Hi, Sheeba sent me this breathtaking oil painting of a deer standing protectively over her delicate fawns. The canvas radiates tranquillity and wonder, its gentle brushstrokes capturing a world where innocence and wild beauty coexist. As I gazed at the painting, I found myself drawn to the…

3rd January 2026 Marilys Corbex Here is what I can say about the “dark thoughts” one: I made this collage on a day when I was feeling depressed and told myself that I should do something artistic about depression instead of simply being depressed and inefficient. A skeleton and an octopus seemed to me to…