23rd April 2026 Beena When I decided to paint from a photo Jen sent me, I underestimated the challenges that would shape my creative journey. The photo, alive with the vibrant energy of Singapore’s Botanical Garden, captures lush greenery and two workers rowing a canoe—a deceptively simple scene that would demand far more of…
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The Red Barn
23rd April 2026 Kala & Beena When I first glimpsed the vibrant, boldly coloured barn in Kala’s painting at 3 am, I felt an irresistible urge to capture my thoughts. Painted in acrylic, her work draws the eye directly to the barn—a subject that so often fades into the background, overlooked and unappreciated….
The Fan
21st April 2026 Wendy & Beena Hello everyone. I am excited to present Ms Wendy’s exquisite artwork on fan-shaped paper. Her mastery of the Chinese watercolour style beautifully captures a vibrant Chinese landscape, featuring majestic waterfalls, lush forests, and graceful boats gliding across serene waters. Fans have become indispensable in today’s climate, providing…
Baby Steps Series 2
Baby Steps Series 1
20th April 2026 Mr Nandakumar & Beena It is a privilege to present two captivating paintings by Mr Nandakumar, created in the vibrant gouache medium. Although gouache has a long history, it remains underexplored by many artists, often because of hesitation or unfamiliarity. Creative art may seem effortless to viewers admiring the finished…
Hand Made Gift Series 2
Hand Made Gift Series 1
20th April 2026 Itty & Ninu Itty and Ninu created this beautiful, everlasting bouquet of flowers—a true testament to creativity and care. Ninu meticulously crafted the delicate crochet work, while Itty thoughtfully arranged the rest. The bouquet’s understated elegance, brought to life with soothing pastel colors, makes it both unique and memorable. All too…
Kolo Mee
20th April 2026 Kho B C & Beena The moment I saw Kho’s vibrant watercolour of this quintessential Kuching street, I felt compelled to tell its story. In his signature loose style, Kho captures the city’s energy: a bustling scene centred on a famous kolo mee stall drawing hungry locals. The street teems with…
Vishu
19th April 2026 Beena When I posted my acrylic painting—a vibrant tree adorned with yellow leaves, with a distant house nestled on the horizon—I was met with an outpouring of comments. Many focused on the symbolic link between the yellow hues and the festival of Vishu, adding new depth to the work. Vishu, the…
Okinawan Diet
10th April 2026 Angela & Beena I am thrilled to share insights about the Okinawan diet—a way of eating renowned for its connection to longevity and vitality. Angela, inspired by her travels, painted a vibrant lunch plate she enjoyed in Okinawa using acrylics. The colourful plate features sweet potato, chicken, turmeric-seasoned cauliflower, fresh salad,…