2nd May 2026 Ms Vasanthi Muscles of iron and nerves of steel too melt at the presence of nature at its best. There seems to be a silent unspoken power that absorbs into the body to feel wholesome at its presence. Hayden Valley, Yellowstone Park in Dr Beena’s acrylic painting takes us to…
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Beltane Day
1st May 2026 Ms Lucinda Sims It is with great pleasure that I introduce Ms Lucinda Sims, who wrote about Beltane Day, to my painting about Labour Day, as seen below. There is always something new that we learn each day. I hope you enjoy her writing: Happy Beltane day. May gentle blossoms…
The Life of a Cat
1st May 2026 Ms Vasanthi These furry creatures never fail to attract attention in every alley they conquer with purr-fect wisdom. Here in Dr Beena’s painting, two black cats are strolling in the alleys of Bivona, Spain. There seems to be nobody around this medieval peach kingdom, so they have the whole alley for…
Night Raider and Ghosts
30th April 2026 Mr Mani & Beena Another ink-and-pen artwork by Mr Mani features a mesmerising owl titled ‘The Night Raider.’ With each meticulously inked feather, the artist conjures awe and intrigue, capturing the owl’s silent power and keen watchfulness. The stark contrast between the bird’s fierce, predatory mystique and its deceptively gentle, innocent…
Knotty Yarns and Success
30th April 2026 Mr Mani & Beena When Mani sent me his ink-and-pen painting titled “Knotty Yarns,” I couldn’t help but smile at the brilliance of the title. His ability to render intricate lines never fails to captivate me, with each stroke revealing layers of complexity and intention. Yet this morning, the knots took…
Nothing is Lost Series 2
Nothing is Lost Series 1
28th April 2026 Kala & Beena When Kala shared the acrylic painting she created two decades ago and told me she planned to revisit it, I felt a surge of anticipation. Witnessing the remarkable transformation filled me with joy and admiration. Here are her inspiring reflections: “I wanted to share what I was thinking…
The Lonely Bird
28th April 2026 Sheeba George & Beena Since I wrote about my fat bird, I felt compelled to explore Sheeba’s painting of a solitary bird. She captured, in vivid acrylic strokes, a bird perched on a branch amid yellowing leaves—its posture evoking a sense of searching, perhaps longing for a companion. This image lingered in…
The Painted Bunting Bird
28th April 2026 Beena When I first spotted this bird on Baiju’s Instagram (which I will share below), I was instantly inspired. I quickly asked to have the photo sent to my WhatsApp, eager to capture its essence. With black watercolour paper and gouache in hand, I poured my excitement into the painting. Sharing…
