A figurative abstract in acrylic on a 20 by 24 inch canvas. Though the painting looks fairly simple, it was challenging especially because I was trying to tell a story through an abstracted visual. Layers of glazes on the gessoed surface seemed endless but was an enjoyable time spent with the colors.You probably could make your own story out of this piece, but the actual story behind is that of one of my most admired men.. Vidyakar.. A single man's resolve to help the needy has given hope to lives of thousands.It all began when Vidyakar carried an eleven month old baby which was found abandoned in a cinema hall in Chennai, India. The baby needed care and he felt a sudden urge in himself to take care of the baby.
From that day onwards he started his journey to help orphans and destitute."Helping hands" or "Udavum Karangal" was born. Udavum Karangal today has become a haven for 2000 socially under-privileged people. ( http://www.udavumkarangal.org/
I end this post with his words..""It is not the way I intended to live my life. It is a dangerous, tough, thankless job... but someone's got to do it. It'd be nice if society did not need people like me but while it does... I will be right there." "
The proceeds from the sale of this painting will go to "Udavum Karangal"
Padmaja, this is beautiful. My favorite part are the silhouettes of the children in the foreground and how the color glows around them. Excellent composition full of the feeling of giving.
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful painting made more elegant when we come to know the noble cause behind it.Udhavum karangal is a household name in Chennai and doing yeoman service for the hapless and deprived.
ReplyDeleteAs you say we can make our own stories of the painting. But your story seems to be apt. It is wonderful to know that your creative efforts goes to a noble cause. It is a lovely painting full of meaning.
ReplyDeleteThis is an excellent piece of work with great thought and cause behind it.What I love about all your work is, you always have a story behind them which makes them priceless.
ReplyDeleteA fabulous abstraction, Padmaja. I hope this one sells quickly!
ReplyDeleteLove the story, textures and the colors! Truly heart warming.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful story and painting, Padmaja. So precious.
ReplyDeleteI can clearly see that you paint with your heart and soul and thats what makes your paintings and the stories behind them so beautiful and thought provoking.
ReplyDeleteThe layers were worthwhile because they have given the colours beautiful richness and depth. I too love to see your paintings and hear the stories behind them.
ReplyDeleteGlad to have found your blog, really love the painting and the story behind it. There is always a story, isn't there?:):)
ReplyDeleteIt is very strong painting. Small hand holding big hand so touching and reminds the hand, which holds fire torch at the same time.
ReplyDeleteSuperb Padmaja....the theme ,color, message all are bold and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful painting with a powerful underlying meaning, Padmaja!
ReplyDeleteLove can move mountains.
Excellent work! I like the textures,colors and the story behind it is very moving and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteWhat a touching story Padmaja! As usual, your painting is as strong as the story. Beautiful bold colors! Good luck with the sale of this wonderful painting!!
ReplyDeleteI am not a critic on painting so I cn only speak on what i see and It looks lovely to me.
ReplyDeleteAll the best with the sale and the end words that you use.. True If only there was
NO Need and everyone had a good life.. But
Thanks to lovely human beings like you that the not so privilidged have something to smile about ..
Hats off to you and Good luck with all
Bikram's
Absolutely fantastic!
ReplyDeleteYou're an inspiration!!
Beautiful work..
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely painting. Rich colors and powerful theme. I think the reason your paintings are so compelling are the stories behind them and you paint from your heart.
ReplyDeletePadmaja, you are such an inspiration and for a very worthwhile cause as well! So nice to visit and ponder for a spell then to leave a tad awestruck. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWell, this is such a special painting and it is soooooooo beautiful - the colors, the abstract shapes, etc. I LOVE it.
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT, Love it!...it is so beautiful...I salute you and thankful that i came across you and am your friend
ReplyDeletePadmaja, loved to read the story, painting for a great cause! I liked the way you put the bridge and the main person with yellow, the torch! the kids... very symbolic and colors are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWonderful work! beautiful colors create such a mystical atmosphere! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHi Pad!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful story - so touching - and how thoughtful of you to donate proceeds from your painting. Just like you... kind and thoughtful!
The painting and the inspiring story touched my heart
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