Embracing Love, Peace, and Hope

We celebrated Valentine’s Day this month. I'm reminded of the profound importance of love and peace in our world today. Amidst the chaos and turmoil, there's a timeless symbol that encapsulates these virtues: Om.

Often referred to as the cosmic sound, embodies the essence of creation, preservation, and transformation. It serves as a powerful reminder of our interconnectedness with all beings and the universe itself.

In my recent series of small paintings, I've sought to capture the essence of Om, weaving its sacred symbol into each of the artworks. There's more to these than just imagery or brushstrokes. Each painting is crafted on swirled handmade paper, symbolizing the interconnectedness of all things and the ripples of energy that emanate from every act of love and peace.

Fueling my creativity further is the thrill of exploration—both in my craft and in the world around me. Venturing to new locales, immersing myself in diverse cultures, and experiencing a myriad of events all contribute to the rich tapestry of inspiration that weaves my work. I am fortunate to share this passion for discovery with my spouse, whose companionship serves as a constant source of inspiration.

With a curious mind, an adventurous spirit, and an unwavering zest for creativity, I embrace each day as an opportunity for reinvention—both as an artist and as an individual. It is this dynamic interplay between curiosity, exploration, and artistic expression that propels me forward on my journey, infusing every brushstroke with purpose and vitality.

Sincerly,

Vasu

Vasu Tolia

Vasu discovered her passion in art after retiring from medical career. She learned drawing and painting in local art centers and now experiments in new techniques. For last six years, she is making different kinds of artworks with acrylics and mixed media.

She participates regularly in group exhibitions and has won many awards including best of the show and first prize amongst others. Her Covid art was listed among Top 20 in the nation by The Washington Post. This same artwork was solicited by CDC for the cover of their journal published in Dec 2022. Vasu’s paintings are in the Royal Oak campus of Baker College in MI and in the new Macomb facility of Henry Ford Hospital in MI.

She had five solo exhibitions and has a new one scheduled for Sept 2024 in Livonia Fine Art gallery. She has been interviewed on radio by Mr. Beckman on WWJ, on youtube by NAWA and by MIVoyage, Canvas Rebel and Shoutout websites. She has been a featured artist on Artsy Shark and Destig magazine. Her paintings have been selected and published multiple times in Art Ascent magazine including a silver award, in online Ekphrastic contest and in Grosse Pointe News. She published a book of her paintings and poems with her last solo show called ‘A Symphony of Sentiments’ featuring 30 of her paintings and 22 poems which are also artworks. Vasu belongs to the board of two local art societies.

https://www.vasutolia.art
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