Every now and then, a lovely opportunity comes along for an artist to exhibit in a really special place. Such an opportunity came on for me on April 21st when I was invited to show my paintings in the City Hall (Hôtel de Ville) of Paris, France.
The occasion was the Buddhist New Year and was celebrated with concerts and dancing as well as an exhibit of paintings. The title of the event: Du Gange au Mékong (From the Ganges to the Mekong) for the two great and sacred rivers. Friends of the Indian community in Paris contacted me because I have been painting India for about eighteen years now. It was a poetic and joyful event which will remain in my memory.
Here is a photo of the amazing ceiling:
And myself with my paintings:
The painting behind me, "Life is But a Dream" :
The audience:
The program:
And the invitation:
congratulations, this is such a great achievement...
Thank you, it was really fun.
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Oh WOW Kathleen ! ^_^ Are you still in Paris ..?
I live in a suburb on the edge of Paris.
Ooh..so you are living in France... ^_^
Congratulations on being given such an opportunity! Your art is beautiful and im sure it was an evening not to be forgotten! Thanks for sharing @kathleenscarboro!
Thank you.It was one of those lucky things that happen from time to time.
That is BIG! I've been to exhibits there before - what a great opportunity. congrats! Love the painting you shared too...
Thank you. I had been there ages ago, but had not exhibited there before.
From where do you draw your inspiration to paint India? Do you share any spiritual beliefs from that subcontinent? Lovely reception in Paris! Did you sell any paintings?
I have made many trips to India and often meditate in ashrams there. You may check out my website to see more: www.kathleenscarboro.fr
Beautiful place, nothing more to say just to continue with your success and God bless your art, and continue to fill it with wisdom.
Thank you, I still love to paint after all these years.
What an amazing opportunity and how well your wonderful works fit in the opulence and beauty of this place. Also, I love Paris!
Thank you @donnadavisart. I never get tired of Paris (actually I live in a suburb of Paris).
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wow!! So beautiful! Congratulations!
Thank you - it was a very enjoyable event.
What a wonderful space to show your art! it looks wonderful there! congratulation!
Thank you @romanie, it was quite a setting!
@kathleenscarboro Congratulations! This is great and I am sure the response to your paintings were even greater:-) Your paintings enhanced the ambiance even more.
Thank you @satishart!