28th October 2025 Kala & Beena When I saw this acrylic painting by Kala, it reminded me of my fascination with old buildings. She saw this church while walking in Boston. Most places of worship tend to be historic. There’s something about these old structures. It’s as if they are trying to communicate with…
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Is Randomness a Myth?
27th October 2025 Beena I noticed something while I was painting this mother-and-daughter pair of giraffes. The pattern on their bodies isn’t random. I needed to focus carefully on how those markings should be placed to get the contours of their bodies right. So, I decided to use ink first before applying paint. I…
Disappearing Chorus
26th October 2025 Dr Kho Boon Chong Nature in its raw state- untamed greens, waterfalls, and rocky streams. Chorus signifies the symphony of sound from birds singing, frogs chirping, buzzing insects, rustling of leaves and the roar of a waterfall and the gurgling flow. Disappearing implies an ongoing process of environmental loss from…
Soy Sauce Doodle
22nd October 2025 Ms Yanning Yong It is my great pleasure to introduce Ms Yong, who created this quite unusual artwork with soy sauce. She has written the story to accompany that piece. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. A few years ago, during a family reunion dinner with…
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20th October 2025 Ittymani & Ninu Today is Divali, a significant Festival of Lights. To honour this cultural celebration, I’m excited to showcase the unique creations of Dr Ittymani and Ninu. Their exquisite art, mainly crafted from coconut shells, provides a beautiful backdrop for a tealight, enriching the festive atmosphere. Divali, a Hindu festival celebrated…
Quiet Joy
17th October 2025 Beena I posted a watercolour painting of a zebra this morning. I felt great satisfaction when I finished painting, though I’m not exactly sure why. Nyuk sent me a photo during her recent trip to South Africa. The zebra isn’t an exact copy, but I think the grass appears more vibrant…