23rd March 2026 Ms Wendy & Beena Ms Wendy’s Chinese-style paintings of Spring always captivate us. The first painting brims with vibrant colours — a radiant tree reflected in peaceful water, where a lone girl rows a boat, drawing us into the scene. After the bleak, silent grasp of winter, Spring erupts with renewal….
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Wings of Serenity
23rd March 2026 Dr Lakshmi Warrier This painting came from a simple feeling—the need for calm, hope, and a little light. The waterfall represents life as it keeps moving, no matter what. The lotus flowers remind us that even in difficult places, we can still grow beautifully. And the butterflies carry a quiet message…
Whispers Of the Wild
23rd March 2026 Dr Lakshmi M Warrier I would like to introduce a new artist to our website. She is Dr Lakshmi Warrier, the daughter of my former classmate, Dr Jayashree Madhavan. She dedicated 45 hours to painting these stunning macaws in acrylic on canvas, measuring 18×24 inches. Her artwork exemplifies her talent and…
Skill of an Artist Series 4
Skill of an Artist Series 3
Skill of an Artist Series 2
Mr Freddie Voon Series 2 He has captured the pensive look of his muse, and her face has that translucency of watercolour.
Skill of an Artist Series 1
23rd March 2026 Freddie Voon & Beena Once again, Mr. Freddie Voon has impressively created a stunning portrait of a girl, prompting me to guess the medium he used. Initially, I believed it was watercolour, drawn in by the luminous transparency of the colours. To my surprise, it was actually acrylic, expertly applied in…
Pain and Anguish
21st March 2026 Lavendar & Beena I am excited to share a striking acrylic painting by Ms Lavendar Jong, featuring a powerful depiction of a lion and a lioness. Through her masterful brushwork, she conveys the profound, almost palpable emotion between these majestic creatures, drawing the viewer deeply into their story. There is a…
Happy Eid
21st March 2026 Beena Hello everyone. When I posted my painting of the Blue Indian Mosque in Kuching, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of comments and appreciation. Painted in gouache, this small 6 x 6-inch piece was created to share Eid joy. What touched me most were the heartfelt requests to use my…
Hidden Buddha
17th March 2026 Angela & Beena I’m delighted to share an acrylic painting by Angela, one of our talented regular contributors. The first time I saw this piece on display in her home, I was completely captivated by its depth and beauty. Angela challenged me to find the hidden Buddha within the painting—a subtle…