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…
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Curative Collage
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…
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Collage Art Series 1
3rd January 2026 Marilys & Beena I am pleased to present a series of collages by Marilys, whose work explores Memento Mori and Vanitas. These concepts prompt viewers to reflect on mortality, time, and the meaning of life. For clarity, I have summarised key terms below. “Memento Mori” means “remember that you must die”…
The World is My Oyster
2nd January 2026 Beena This morning, I shared a watercolour painting of a frog perched confidently on a stone, captioned, “The world is my oyster.” I intended to spark curiosity and reflection—a small experiment to see how friends from different corners of the globe would interpret the image and its message. The painting was…
Pope Francis
1st January Mathew George & Beena When I first laid eyes on Mathew George’s completed cross-stitch masterpiece, I was truly awestruck. The artistry and realism are breathtaking—each stitch brings the subject to life with remarkable clarity. Over five months, Mathew meticulously crafted a 14.3×14.3-inch panel, incorporating an astonishing 40,000 stitches. I had the privilege…
Peaceful New Year 2026
1st January 2026 Beena Hello and warm wishes for a peaceful New Year. I choose the word ‘Peaceful’ over ‘Happy’ because peace is the foundation of lasting fulfilment and true happiness. Happiness can be fleeting, but peace is something we can nurture and carry with us throughout the year. After finishing this watercolour painting,…
Life is Unpredictable
28th December 2025 Wendy & Beena Let us congratulate Wendy on her outstanding achievement: completing a magnificent 33 cm x 100 cm watercolour painting of the Great Wall of China in traditional Chinese style. Every brushstroke reveals her extraordinary talent and unwavering commitment, as she poured countless hours into capturing the spirit and grandeur…
Our Priorities
28th December 2025 Mani & Beena When I first encountered this ink-and-acrylic butterfly, I was captivated by the intricate background Mani rendered in ink and pen. This piece exemplifies Mani’s distinctive voice among the abstract paintings on this website—its compelling imagery urges us to pause, reflect, and focus on what truly matters. As…