22nd February 2025 Mr Mani & Beena Hi everyone, Mr Mani Menon shared this abstract art with me on 5th January 2025. At first, I struggled to articulate my thoughts, but this morning, I found myself drawn to specific elements. I saw a house nestled in a garden, with a view…
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Capturing Serenity
22nd February 2025 Kala & Beena When I saw this digital painting by Kala, I was amazed by the intricate details and the different perspectives of this painting. The way you depicted the buildings, the pavement, the placement of the tables and chairs, and the fountain is truly remarkable. This is a challenging…
Be The Light
22nd February 2025 Beena When tasked with recreating a painting by the lesser-known artist Ferdinand du Puigaudeau, I was immediately drawn to his unique style. Born in Nantes on April 4, 1864, Puigaudeau’s work is a testament to his fascination with light. In 1919, he dedicated four years to preparing for an exhibition in…
A Serene Place
16th February 2025 Wendy & Beena When I saw this beautiful painting, it reminded me of Serenity. The couple sitting on the cliff are at peace. As always, Wendy’s paintings are in the Chinese style. Nevertheless, one is reminded that art in any form evokes many thoughts. We can interpret this painting in…
Unconditional Love
16th February 2025 Beena I was inspired to paint this mother and baby seal cuddling together in snow from a photo that Ramesh Varma took while he was in Antarctica. I was amazed by the expressive eyes of that seal. I found this tutorial by Emily Olsen online and recreated it. I painted…
You can, nothing is permanent
11th February 2025 Joy I love this red parrot painted by Joy. It exudes great confidence, and the red feathers make it look outstanding. I have added the following quote: You can rise up from anything. You can completely recreate yourself. Nothing is permanent. You’re not stuck. You have choices. You can think…
A Normal Cat
11th February 2025 Isaiah Ong & Beena I was immediately drawn to the simplicity of Isaiah Ong’s pencil drawing, a teenager who has previously shared his paintings on this website. The cat in the drawing seems to be communicating with me through its eyes, a feeling I often experience with my own pets🫠. Have…
It’s Not Yumi’s Fault
9th February 9, 2025 Beena Hello everyone. I posted the painting of the Terrace of Cafe au Nuit on Friday. It is one of Van Gogh’s well-known paintings. I painted it using acrylic on white paper. It needed many layers. It depicts a cafe in Arles, France, on September 16, 1888….
Friendships that Matter
30th January 2025 Jen & Beena I am sharing a painting by Jen, created during the COVID lockdown. The serene depiction of a beach stroll, with boats peacefully parked, evokes a sense of tranquillity. Could the lockdown prevent the fishermen from venturing into the sea? This painting, with its simplicity and depth, is…
Risk Taking
30th January 2025 Mr Nandakumar & Beena Hello, everyone. Today, I am sharing a truly unique acrylic painting from the talented Mr. Nandakumar. He has beautifully depicted fruits and coconut on a forex sheet using acrylic paint. The dark blue wash he used for the background further accentuates the freshness and lusciousness of the…