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9th April 2026 Paik San & Beena   When Paik San shared this painting with me, she described it as a reflection of her personal growth. Through her skillful use of acrylics, she captures the essence of femininity and transformation with gentle, expressive colours. Many of us rarely think about our future selves or reflect…

9th April 2026 Beena   I painted these lemons and kumquats in a bowl using gouache, a medium I’ve explored in earlier works. Gouache combines the luminous transparency of watercolour with the flexibility of acrylic, allowing me to correct mistakes and add depth through layering. This forgiving nature lets me focus on vibrant color and…

9th April 2026 Mr Freddie Woon & Beena   Hi everyone, when Mr Freddie Woon sent me this painting titled “Moment of Quiet,” I was struck by its powerful significance. In a time when the world feels overwhelmed by chaos, uncertainty, and the burdens of war and rising costs, this painting reminds us of the…

6th April 2026 Kala & Beena   When I saw Kala’s acrylic painting of a patio, it instantly transported me to countless heartwarming conversations we shared, nestled in the comfort of her patio. Patios are more than just physical spaces—they’re sanctuaries where laughter flows, stories unfold, and moments of peace linger, whether you’re deep in…

Title – The Moonlit waters    There is something deeply calming about the way moonlight touches water. In this scene, a gentle glow rests upon a quiet pond, where reflections blur the boundary between sky and earth. The moon above and its shimmering image below seem to exist in harmony, as if engaged in a…

30th March 2026 Dr Lakshmi Warrier   This painting feels soft and comforting, like a quiet little world of its own. The tree is full of life, gently growing and reaching out, while Buddha sits in calm stillness—like everything is just… okay. It’s a sweet reminder that even when life is moving and changing, we…

Mrs Nalini Rajappan Series 4   Order in Chaos I loved the brilliant pink hue against a dark area creating a stark contrast. Isn’t life quite similar?

Mrs Nalini Rajappan Series 3 Rainbow Cascade The soft pink colours of a rainbow mingles gently with butter yellow, baby blue and subdued greens.

Mrs Nalini Rajappan Series 2 Nature’s Harmony One can observe the colours of nature, especially the various shades of green and yellow intermingled with red and the lovely bubbles.

  28th March 2026 Mrs Nalini Rajappan & Beena   It is my honour to present the captivating pouring art paintings by Mrs. Nalini Rajappan, a visionary artist whose contributions have significantly enriched this website. Today, I invite you to explore her stunning series of pouring artworks, each piece a vivid testament to her creativity…