Toothpick art

Yes… artists can create masterpieces with toothpicks too!

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Painting by local artist

Encouraging local artists in your community goes a long way!

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Goodreads – Book #1

An interesting book that makes us think differently, especially for those who are interested in art.

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Paper cutting art

An artist can create art with any medium, and paper cutting art while seeming simple, can result in some beautiful & unique artwork as well!

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Ganesh Chaturthi

Best wishes to everyone who celebrates!

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Learning to listen

From a deaf musician… is truly inspirational!

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One moment in time – Dana Winner

Music and lyrics have the power to lift our spirits!

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Interesting treehouse designs

Walking into a treehouse, creating memories in them, building them from the scratch all of them seem appealing during childhood. Sharing some of the treehouse designs that have inspired me over years.

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Maithreem Bhajatha song

This is a song sung by Smt MS Subbulakshmi amma, when she was invited to sing at the United Nations in 1966.

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Vaikunta Ekadashi 2022

Beautiful celebrations for the past month in Bhooloka Vaikuntam (Sri Rangam). Interesting to see the custom of dolls being used to depict the celebrations during the month.

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Photography – light and shadow effects

Light and shadows in photographs have the power to create the differentiation between tones that becomes the basis of our perceptions. Sometimes, the dimensions of these subjects & objects create an illusory effect blending them with the scene around them, potentially creating a sense of depth in the picture. Sharing some of them that serve as an inspiration!

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Unique mailboxes

Mailboxes in the front yard are a matter of pride for many. Some of these mailboxes are funny & thought provoking!

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Amazing pebble art from around the world

Art is any form inspires many! For an artist, the medium does not matter! Sharing pebble art made by amateurs and experts from around the world!

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Country song – One shot

A song about second chances…!

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Weird shapes found in deserts

Amazed by the thought of how these shapes in deserts could have been formed?

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Interesting unusable designs

When a design does not serve its purpose, or we wonder why was it designed like this in the first place… it invariably makes us smile 🙂 Sharing some of them that I liked!

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Photographs that inspire

Some photographs by budding artists that have inspired me over years..!

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Quiz 42 – Names of New year

New year celebrations are tied to spring in India. People speaking different languages seem to call the turn of new year by different names. How many can you name correctly?

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Art of Finger painting

For artists, inspirations can come from anywhere, and any object can become their tools to create art! Was amazed by artists and their creations where they did not even need a paintbrush or any gadgets.

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Murals from around the world

Murals are street art, wall paintings prevalently known as a way to express feelings prevalent in the community. While they are huge in size, some of them are so creative that cities conduct art competitions to tap into the creativity of artists to make the city come alive!

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Heat changing cups

This was a new concept few years back, and was interesting to see how the gift shops took to customizing this for friends and families. A recent variation of the same seemed to capture my interest!

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Liberty statue replicas around the world

Yes.. you read it right! I was surprised to see so many replicas of the Statue of Liberty around the world!

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Egg Shell art

I used to think Egg shell art was painting on eggs during Easter, however was surprised to uncover a world of possibilities 🙂 Sharing a few of the artwork that impressed me..!

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Ice sculpture art

Ice sculpting is an interesting art. There are many countries that conduct ice sculpture festivals. Some of them are so intricate and fascinating to see, that the tropical countries conduct ice festivals. A must-watch for anyone interested in traveling.

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Photography – Levon Biss

I got interested in microsculptures and learned about paintings on rice, and wondered how artists try to keep their hands steady. Started looking into it and found an artist called Levon Biss who uses technology to help him photograph…

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Ganesha

Ganesha, also known Ganesh, Vinayaka, Ganapati and many other names is a Hindu God of beginnings, traditionally worshipped before starting any new initiative. He is known to be a remover of obstacles! When we grow up with an image of God, it brings a smile to see them do common things like us – hats off to the creative minds who make these idols.. sharing some of those that I have loved over the years…!

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