Art & Photography

Sowmya, an artist from Tamil Nadu with a Master’s degree in Electronic Media from Pondicherry University, embarked on a remarkable artistic journey on January 1, 2020, to visually interpret all 1,330 couplets of the Thirukkural. Over 1,330 consecutive days, she created a unique illustration for each couplet, using styles such as Art Nouveau, Surrealism, and Minimalism, rendered in pen and ink, watercolor, and poster color on watercolor paper. This monumental project, completed on August 22, 2023, culminated in a live painting event at the Madras Literary Society, where the final Kural was brought to life before a live audience. Divided into the three major themes of the Thirukkural—Aram (380 couplets), Porul (700), and Inbam (250)—Sowmya's work not only showcases artistic mastery but also serves as a profound engagement with Tamil philosophical thought. Her dedication has been widely recognized through features in The Hindu, Times of India, Thanthi TV, and BBC Tamil. Through her art, Sowmya bridges tradition and modernity, offering the Tamil community a visually rich and culturally resonant interpretation of one of its most treasured literary works, and ensuring the enduring wisdom of the Thirukkural continues to inspire generations to come.

Keerthirajan has been a Portrait and Wedding photographer for over 8 years. He has a love for finding the beauty in the smallest details, capturing a glance, a laugh, and a momentvand is always excited to roll up his sleeves and create amazing and inspiring stories.

"Through my lens, I discover the world, its people, and the beauty of every fleeting moment." Priyaa Praveen is a passionate visual storyteller whose journey into photography began as a hobby and blossomed into a deeply fulfilling artistic pursuit. Her exploration started with street photography, where she captured raw, unscripted slices of everyday life. From there, her lens turned toward nature, documenting its serene and timeless beauty. As her craft evolved, Priyaa expanded into portrait, family, kids, newborn, and maternity photography—preserving milestones and emotions that matter most. Today, her focus has shifted to dance photography, a natural extension of her own journey as a Bharatanatyam dancer. In this space, she explores the poetry of movement, grace, and expression, weaving together her love for art, culture, and human emotion. For Priyaa, photography is not just about capturing images; it is a continuous journey of learning and connection through every frame.

Anne Kasthury Saverimuthu is a Tamil-Canadian multidisciplinary actress and artist. The first Canadian-born artist in her family, she has overcome significant challenges to pursue her craft. Anne has acted in award-winning films, modeled, and written articles. Her short films have aired on Canadian networks and won festival awards. On stage, she portrayed Anika in Koli Kari at the 2024 Toronto Fringe Festival. Inspired by her cultural heritage and personal journeys, Anne expresses the human experience through her art, aiming to connect with others.