some stillness for your space

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~ pockets of play collection ~

a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed admist BIG life changes

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~ the quiet escape collection ~

a collection of miniature watercolor landscapes
inspired by my life in a new place

u p c o m i n g e v e n t s

2025 events to be updated soon

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h e l l o f r o m m y s t u d i o

I am an artist, creating a variety of artworks while playing and exploring the wildest and most unpredictable medium, i.e. watercolors.

I paint mandalas, landscapes, florals and typographic art.

I offer originals, commissioned artwork, and giclee art prints.

Since 2020, my paintings have been sold all over the world.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ME & MY JOURNEY

bring the slow rhythms of nature into your home

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inspired by the pulse of my own life,
and the things that find me

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Although your artwork does not require any explanation yet I am unable to hold myself to appreciate the depth which is always shown in your work. Shivangi made me a nameplate with floral work. During the making, she put her heart and soul to the piece. She made sure to pay attention to the nuances like the wooden shade of my door and other exteriors. I have displayed it at the entrance of my flat. I am so thankful for the personal touch you always extend to the art pieces you make. I can’t wait for the other paintings which are in the process to reach me soon!!!

Special Mention: Till now, whosoever enters the home, Does not enter without appreciating the piece created by you. Thanks a lot!

Isha J

testimonials

I had never bought art before.

Shivangi's work was so good that I couldn't help but get one. The vibrant use of colors brings so much joy when I look at it. And though I got an art print, the quality is so great that it seems like the original. Can't wait to get my hand on more of her amazing work.

Tanya M

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I have always loved Shivangi’s paintings. I feel her paintings are the essence of her personality and that's something truly I resonate with when it comes to buying art. I feel blessed to have many paintings of Shivangi as she truly puts her heart and soul into them. And not to forget her bookmarks, she is so creative when it comes to even the little things. Thank you for feeding me with your art Shivangi. ❤️

Kamakshi M

@cafeduporthfx x shivangi verma studio - how a local halifax cafe helped me surprise strangers with my art!

(and whisper a quiet, meaningful goodbye to 21 original artworks)

special gratitude to @thehimalayanpriestess. I'm so grateful for your support for my art and my artist journey. I'm curious and excited to witness if our paths cross again. thank you so much for your help in the execution of this idea!

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, mandala art, florals, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #typography #floralart #flowers #discoverhalifax #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape #halifax

My first market of 2025.

It was a very slow Sunday for me. 5 hours and less than 5 people stopped at my table. I made one sale at this market. I felt quite disappointed at the turnout and it wasn't easy to just wait for most of the market hoping for people to stop and see my work.

Despite being such a big market happening in a mall, it surprises me how some markets turn out exactly the opposite of what I hope they'll be. It really helped having @nrajat and @paras.kumarr there towards the end of the market.

The people who did stop by and browsed my work had the sweetest things to say about my art. I felt touched and moved that they connected with my paintings.

I applied to be part of many markets between January and March, but I got into none this time. It has been very hard. And I kept thinking, at the end of the day, we get what is ours and we find space in places which are meant for us. This somewhere gave hope to the disappointment I have been carrying and made me feel better.

The seasons are changing, and so are my rhythms. I can feel a shift coming in. I can feel the spring springing in my body, as the uncertainty looms over me. It's a gift and a split to be able to feel and carry such polar feelings within me. And yet, they both exist. They both are alive and very much present.

My Art may be shifting too. I'm excited to find out. Are you excited for me?

P.S. The framed minis you see are available for purchase. If they make you stop and call out to you, get them before they are gone! Only 5 original mini paintings in stock, available with frames and without.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, mandala art, florals, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #typography #floralart #flowers #discoverhalifax #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #giftingideas #minip

"your paintings look like british columbia" 🏞️🌲🌄

a lot of people who met me in art markets last year, told me this. some even bought my art because of this reason. so, earlier this month, when I finally got a chance to visit BC, I did something I have never done before.

I took a small risk, because I wanted to leave a physical mark on the landscape of BC. it was a thankyou of some sorts, since I had been painting this landscape for the past 5 years already. a voice inside told me this would become a significant memory.

I selected nine paintings and left them all around BC and vancouver. just left them in places that met me, for people to find, for strangers to find some beauty as they moved through their day .. just like that. I left the paintings in many places. I was able to take a photo of all before leaving them, except one, which I had to drop and run so no one comes to give it back to me. that one was my most favourite painting. there's a story with that painting. I will share with you soon :)

two people got in touch with me and shared they found my art.
did rest of the seven paintings find people, or did they pass away? got damaged? are still in hiding? maybe someone threw/tore them? I do not know. I may find out later, it would be wonderful to know their fate. if I never find out, and people never find them, I will hold the loss of never knowing. and that's okay :)

doing this exercise gave me an exciting, stirring feeling all over my body. it gave me a significant memory of meeting my paintings in person through the landscape of british columbia, and I am so so grateful for that! I hope to meet it again one day, to touch the landscape one more time, and to feel it's beauty running through me again.

tell me really, do my paintings remind you of a particular place? I really want to know!

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, calming art, peaceful art, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces, vancouver, british columbia ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #vancouver #britishcolumbia #wallart

🪄 A N N O U N C E M E N T 🪄

I am delighted to share that I am going to be part of the Hello Spring Market this month.

🗓️ 23 March 2025
⌚ 12 pm to 5 pm
📍 Mic Mac Mall, Dartmouth
🚪 Free Entry

I will be there with my stock of original paintings of various sizes (mandalas, halifax-inspired landscapes & florals) and my limited edition stack of giclee art prints.

If you are around, I'd love for you to meet my Art in person (and meee!).
I promise that my Art will greet you very gently and lovingly, and share it's softness should you choose to take it home.

I applied to be part of many markets between January and March, but I got into none this time. It was very disappointing. And I kept thinking, at the end of the day, we get what is ours and we find space in places which are meant for us. This somewhere gave hope to the disappointment I have been carrying and made me feel better.

The seasons are changing, and so are my rhythms. I can feel a shift coming in. I can feel the spring springing in my body, as the uncertainty looms over me. It's a gift and a split to be able to feel and carry such polar feelings within me. And yet, they both exist. They both are alive and very much present.

My Art may be shifting too. I'm excited to find out. Are you excited for me?

P.S. The giclee art prints on my poster are available for purchase on my website. They would be stunning if you're looking to add a pop of color to your home and your space this changing season, and grow your own version of spring next to you. Shop Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, inspired from nature, mandala art, florals, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces, spring markets ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #typography #floralart #flowers #discoverhalifax #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape

There's so much beauty in the details 🌟 Look closely, you!

NOW AVAILABLE: "Pockets of Play" Collection. 🎉

Shop the collection on my website today. Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, calming art, peaceful art, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #landscapepainting #discoverhalifax #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape #beauty

🔵 SOLD some originals from my "Pockets of Play" Collection which were released last week.

Shop the collection on my website today. Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, calming art, peaceful art, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #landscapepainting #discoverhalifax #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape

NOW AVAILABLE: "Pockets of Play" Collection. 🎉

Shop the collection on my website today. Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, calming art, peaceful art, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #landscapepainting #discoverhalifax #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape

How (and why) I created my new & upcoming collection —

“POCKETS OF PLAY” —
a collection of watercolor landscapes birthed amidst big life changes — releasing on

20 February, 2025
12 PM AST

My fuel for this collection was to find a way to stay committed to my relationship with my art & creativity,
despite experiencing the daily demands of everyday life.

RELEASING IN 7 DAYS!

💌 Email Subscribers get first access to the Collection when it launches. Join my Collector's Club today! Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade art, landscape painting, watercolor art, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting, gifts, wall art, home decor, mini landscapes, mini paintings ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #mentalhealthart #bold #wallart #homedecor #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #watercolor #giftingideas

🗓️ 9 more days to go! 🌻🌷

Pockets of Play —
a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed amidst big life changes —
is coming on 20 February, 2025.

30 landscapes originals | 4 x 4 inches | watercolor on paper.

I shared my "Inspiration" behind this Collection in a recent post, which tells you all about the story behind its conception. You can find it on my feed in case you missed it, or the algorithm gods hid it from you.

I AM SO EXCITED TO BRING THIS COLLECTION TO YOU NEXT WEEK! 😄

I have waited a long time for this Collection to be out and alive for you to view it. And in less than ten days, these beautiful pieces will be yours.

FYI, I will not be making any prints from this Collection.

So all artworks are really THE ORIGINALS - meaning only 1 of each will exist in the world and only a single person will have the chance to buy them everrrr. Isn't that super exciting?!

💌 Email Subscribers get first access to the Collection. Join my Email List today! Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscape painting, watercolor, inspired from nature, calming art, peaceful art, limited edition, gifting ideas, gifts, commissions, wall art, home decor, interior design, art for office spaces ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii #wallart #homedecor #interiordesign #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #landscapepainting #discoverhalifax #giftingideas #minipainting #minilandscape

🗓️ Pockets of Play —
a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed amidst big life changes —
is coming on 20 February, 2025.

30 landscapes | 4 x 4 inches.

This collection was birthed in January 2023, just as I was leaving Bangalore (my home and my heart), and was on my way to Halifax.

My first home was dismantled, my furniture was getting sold, my studio was in boxes, and my heart & soul were a mess.

I had never lived outside India, my home country. This was going to be my first time living abroad, and I was having BIG feelings about it.

BIG CHANGES are never easy for me, and first times are particularly harder. Between all the packing & moving, I decided to give myself a project - that I will paint 20 minutes a day, no matter what's happening around me. I decided to paint my way through this BIG CHANGE in my life.

I am so thankful I did that, because not only did this project take my mind off of everything for 20 minutes a day, it felt more important to stay dedicated to it than my move.

My Art has been a supportive cushion for me, when I have dealt with uncertainty and the unknown in my personal life over and over again.

It allows me to feel POWERFUL to create, especially when things are uncomfortable.

My fuel for this collection was to find a way to stay committed to my relationship with my art & creativity, despite experiencing the daily demands of every day life.

Dear Audience,
I AM SO EXCITED TO BRING THIS COLLECTION TO YOU!

Drop a ♥️ if you're can't wait to touch the pure joy & play that these mini paintings hold in them!

💌 Email Subscribers get first access to the Collection when it launches. Join my Email List today! Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade art, landscape painting, watercolor art, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting, gifts, wall art, home decor, mini landscapes, mini paintings ]

✨ Inspiration — “POCKETS OF PLAY”✨

a collection of watercolor landscapes birthed amidst big life changes — releasing on 20 February, 2025

as an Artist, sometimes, I create my own inspiration. for me, that means looking within, in the present moment.. & creating instinctively.

that’s the real inspiration behind this collection - paying attention to what arrives in the here & now.

my fuel for this collection was to find a way to stay committed

to my relationship with my art & creativity, despite experiencing the daily demands of everyday life.

this collection was birthed in january 2023, just as I was leaving Bangalore, and was on my way to Halifax.

I decided to give myself a project - that I will paint twenty minutes a day, through this BIG CHANGE in my life.

looking back, I am glad I did that, because not only did daily painting take my mind off of everything for 20 minutes a day, it allowed me to feel safe as I experienced uncertainty about life outside India.

each painting is a simplistic, yet moving watercolor landscape. each piece has a number & the date of birth on the back, indicating the day that it was created.

all originals also include my signature on the front & back, along with my studio stamp signally the authenticity of my handmade art.

a bittersweet feeling overcomes me as I look at this collection and all the pieces together, two years after their conception.

I am reminded of the excitement I held, as I stood at the threshold of something new.

accompanying this joy was the intense grief that washes over me, when I imagine the 2022 Shivangi leaving her beautiful, beautiful home and, Bangalore.. and all the things familiar to her.

I AM SO EXCITED TO BRING THIS COLLECTION TO YOU!

💌 Email Subscribers get first access to the Collection when it launches. Join my Email List today! Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade art, landscape painting, watercolor art, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting, gifts, wall art, home decor, mini landscapes, mini paintings ]

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars! A New Collection is Coming!!

Pockets of Play —
a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed amidst big life changes —
is coming on 20 February, 2025.

30 landscapes | 4 x 4 inches.

This collection was birthed in January 2023, just as I was leaving Bangalore (my home and my heart), and was on my way to Halifax.

My first home was dismantled, my furniture was getting sold, my studio was in boxes, and my heart & soul were a mess.

I had never lived outside India, my home country. This was going to be my first time living abroad, and I was having BIG feelings about it.

BIG CHANGES are never easy for me, and first times are particularly harder. Between all the packing & moving, I decided to give myself a project - that I will paint 20 minutes a day, no matter what's happening around me. I decided to paint my way through this BIG CHANGE in my life.

I am so thankful I did that, because not only did this project take my mind off of everything for 20 minutes a day, it felt more important to stay dedicated to it than my move.

My Art has been a supportive cushion for me, when I have dealt with uncertainty and the unknown in my personal life over and over again.

It allows me to feel POWERFUL to create, especially when things are uncomfortable.

My fuel for this collection was to find a way to stay committed to my relationship with my art & creativity, despite experiencing the daily demands of every day life.

Dear Audience,
I AM SO EXCITED TO BRING THIS COLLECTION TO YOU!

Drop a ♥️ if you're can't wait to touch the pure joy & play that these mini paintings hold in them!

💌 Email Subscribers get first access to the Collection when it launches. Join my Email List today! Link in my Bio.

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[ watercolor artist, artist from India, paintings, handmade art, landscape painting, watercolor art, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art prints, limited edition, gifting, gifts, wall art, home decor, mini landscapes, mini paintings ]

🔵 SOLD. Fiona x Shivangi Verma Studio - First Commission of 2025!

This is also my last order for 2024, and has turned out to be such a happy indulgence into my creative process.

I turned a personal photograph of the Collector into a forever painting as they hold a special memory of this place.

This painting took me 8 days to complete - from making a few samples images, to sketching the final artwork and eventually painting it in multiple layers of watercolors.

I truly enjoyed painting this, as it was challenging — the photograph provided by the Collector only gave me a basic outline. The sky, the rocks, and the moon were created while we conversed about how they wanted the overall look and feel of the painting.

What I truly appreciate is the faith and trust this Collector put in me when I suggested some particular things to make the painting look its best self. I feel truly grateful when I'm listened to, and together we are able to bring alive a painting that ends up being very special to both the Collector and me, the Artist.

I'm open for Commissions - you may reach out to me via email or DM me your queries.

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[ watercolor artist, artist in halifax, artist from India, paintings, handmade art, landscape painting, watercolor art, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art print, originals, limited edition, gifting, markets, gifts, home wall art, home decor ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #expansiveness #expressive #mentalhealthart #bold #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #hfxlocal #landscapeart #novascotiaartist #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #packingorders #packingart #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #chebuctohead #giftingideas

2024 x Shivangi Verma Studio.

Today, I'm sharing with you a list that I maintained throughout the year in my Notes App. Whenever something happened or someone said something to me that felt important or moved me, but I didn't know what to do about it at the time, I added it to the list.

As the year passed, I kept adding moments to it. I kept adding feelings to it. A sensitive person like me has felt A LOT this year.

I run my studio by myself, and sometimes I fantasize talking about these mini moments with someone. Sometimes they happen too fast, sometimes they have brushed past my skin and I was lucky to have felt them in time.

They are super random, and mundane, and they all have heart.
They have a pulse, life beating in them. My life.

They have felt so important as I have spent the last week reading them together.

I'm also getting a vulnerability hangover right about now. Time to go breathe.

This is the glimpse of the human behind the Shivangi Verma Studio.

Happy Reading!

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[ watercolor artist, artist in halifax, artist from India, paintings, handmade, landscapes, nature, mandala, florals, typographic art, calming, peaceful, serene, giclee art print, originals, limited edition, festive gifting, Christmas gifts, markets, holiday gifts, home wall art, home decor, wall decor, small business, 2024 recap ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #expansiveness #expressive #smallbusiness #bold #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #smallbusinessowner #novascotiaartist #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #packingorders #packingart #artprints #giclee #mandalaart #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #2024recap #giftingideas

This post is for my partner, Rajat.

An artist with the camera himself, he is shy to show his own artwork to the world. He's my main photographer when I'm tired of taking photos of my work, which has been a lot this year. He steps in when I feel done. He fills in all the gaps when I have had no energy to move a muscle. He doesn't like this kind of attention, and is too down to earth to admit to his role in the smooth running of my studio.

Thank you @nrajat, as I have already told you many times this year.

I hope you continue to photobomb my photos and make it into a better memory with your presence.

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[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, landscapes, Christmas gifts, Christmas market, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #calmingart #peacefulart #expansiveness #expressive #mentalhealthart #boldart #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #markets #artmarket #novascotiaartist #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #packingorders #packingart #artprints #giclee #packaging #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #birthdaygift #giftingideas

🟢 AVAILABLE. My First Ornaments Ever!

$25 | ceramic | hand painted | wax & sealed to last long.

I had such a fun time painting these ornaments. I was afraid to try something new as I have not tried something new in a long time.

Then I felt, "let's just do it!". Because what is the worst that can happen?!

Turns out nothing other than having 100% enjoyable time in the process of making these beauties.

If you'd like to buy them, just DM me!
Available for local pickup + domestic & international shipping.

[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, landscapes, Christmas gifts, Christmas market, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art, ornaments ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #calmingart #peacefulart #expansiveness #expressive #mentalhealthart #boldart #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #markets #artmarket #novascotiaartist #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #packingorders #packingart #artprints #gicleegiftingideas #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #birthdaygift #giftingideas #christmasornaments

Tell me honestly, which one do you love moreee?

My market on Friday last week was a tiring, long market day. It was my longest market to date - 8 hours long!

While I spent the day mostly by myself, I was taken care of throughout the day. @nrajat and @popular_streams carried all the materials to the market and helped me set up before time. @himanshi22pandey sent warm lunch (kadhi chawal with the essence of curry leaves in the air reminded me of Bangalore instantly) so that I am fed properly. And @paras.kumarr came to entertain me and listen to my print shop shutting down & other art related woes in the evening. I was also super delighted to meet @inloveandlightchakra again to give her the beautiful print she selected for her mom :')

I had a good, exhausting day. The kind of day that made me feel I did something of value. I met people who have been following my work for some time. I met people who were kind enough to share with me how they connected with my work. I heard stories of the places that people got reminded of seeing my art. Someone called me "versatile". And I made a few sales. I'm grateful for each of these experiences, as they add meaning to my artist's journey in different ways. A heartwarming thank you to everyone who stopped by my table and gave me a moment of your time!

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[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, landscapes, Christmas gifts, Christmas market, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #calmingart #peacefulart #expansiveness #expressive #mentalhealthart #boldart #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #markets #artmarket #novascotiaartist #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #packingorders #packingart #artprints #giclee #packaging #sketchbooktour #natureart #miniatureart #birthdaygift #giftingideas

The Artist with her Art! 🤭

I have a bunch of originals in my Shop that are looking to be adopted. You can find the details of each artwork on my website.

Northern Lights, Misty Mountains and a beautiful Sunset Painting.

These pieces were part of my June Weekly Drop this year and they were released each week, one by one, in June to my email list.

All originals can be easily framed with available frames in any online shop or in-store around you. A heartwarming gift for your people this December.

Also, my Print Shop closes for online orders today at 9 PM AST. You have just today to order any giclee prints from my shop. Link in my Bio.

Thank you for your support for my art this year!

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #calmingart #peacefulart #expansiveness #expressive #mentalhealthart #boldart #wallart #watercolorartist #watercolorpainting #festivals #festivalseason #sunsetpainting #typography #floralart #flowers #halifaxartist #northernlights #landscapeart #watercolorlandscape #artprints #giclee #packaging #landscapepainting #natureart #miniatureart #birthdaygift #giftingideas

🪄 A N N O U N C E M E N T 🪄

I am delighted to share my upcoming markets in the month of December.

The Neighbourly Holiday Market

🗓️ 13 December, 2024
⌚ 1 PM to 9 PM
📍 Park Lane Mall, Spring Garden Road
🚪 Free Entry

Haligonian Christmas Market

🗓️ 15 December, 2024
⌚ 11 AM to 5 PM
📍 1800 Argyle Street, Lighthouse Arts Centre
🚪 Free Entry

I will be there with my stock of original paintings of various sizes (mandalas, halifax-inspired landscapes & florals) and my limited edition stack of giclee art prints.

There are a bunch of new things that will be a part of my Holiday Shop this season (stay tuned, I'll share them soon). I'll be carrying some surprises along with me and hopefully spreading joy along the way!

If you are around, I'd love for you to meet my Art in person (and meee!).
I promise that my Art will greet you very gently and lovingly, and love you forever if you choose to take it home with you.

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Sketchbook Tour!

This sketchbook has been about following my creative flow and seeing where it takes me. I started this sketchbook wanting to build trust in myself as a painter and this need in me to create more magic with my hands.

This sketchbook is also the biggest sketchbook I have created in. So a lot of these pages carry my fear of taking up space in the world and sometimes in my own life.

In the process of taking up space on these pages, somewhere I was able to play around with this fear and turn it into art. I'm not sure where I go from here, but the wildly expressive nature of the paintings here, liberated me as I created them.

All paintings in this sketchbook also mention the artist whose photograph has inspired the painting.

I'd love to know your favourite painting in the comments.

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Day 2 at THE BEST MARKET I have had to date! 🥳😍🥲😌

I attended my second Christmas Market this past weekend and my god, it was a weekend full of action, surprises & connection! Remembering how my first Christmas market went last weekend, honestly, I was hoping to just survive this market without crying. I was a little afraid to step out & be out there as I just didn't have it in me to go through another hard day. Turns out, I did cry, only they were tears of joy. 🥲🥹

I have the biggest humbling feeling in my heart as I am writing this. This weekend was so full of connection, surprises, and beautiful conversations. My Art found the best people, and the best Collectors in very unexpected ways! The sweetest people paused at my table, struck up conversations, showed curiosity and asked me some very serious things about my art. The collectors I was waiting for in last week's market, found me & my art at this market. 🫂

If you met me at the market, paused at my table, browsed my Art, showed interest, displayed curiosity, complimented my details, my birds, the way I use colors, spoke to me about my paintings, shared your memories of places, shared your own art, decided to buy my Art from me, went around the market & came back to buy my art, my little heart thanks you, is in awe and is full of gratitude. You fueled my passion and your name permanently goes into my Collector's List. Your indulgence in my Art fires up my soul. ✨

I have never taken someone's pause at my table for granted. In fact, I look for the pause. My introverted soul starts talking and doesn't shut up when it feels that vibe. You know what I mean? And that is why, I never take your presence & my sales for granted, ever. I say a little gratitude prayer every time it happens. ❣️

How did I celebrate this beautiful, unexpected day? With Maggi & Chai - the perfect ending to my beautiful market experience.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the wonderful, and generous collectors and for @differentfolkshfx for organising a great market!

🛒 15% off on Prints is still active on my website - Sale ends in 4 days!

THE BEST MARKET I have had to date! 🥳😍🥲😌

I have the biggest humbling feeling in my heart as I am writing this. This weekend was so full of connection, surprises, and beautiful conversations. My Art found the best people, and the best Collectors in very unexpected ways! The sweetest people paused at my table, struck up conversations, showed curiosity and asked me some very serious things about my art. The collectors I was waiting for in last week's market, found me & my art at this market. 🫂

If you met me at the market, paused at my table, browsed my Art, showed interest, displayed curiosity, complimented my details, my birds, the way I use colors, spoke to me about my paintings, shared your memories of places, shared your own art, decided to buy my Art from me, went around the market & came back to buy my art, my little heart thanks you, is in awe and is full of gratitude. You fueled my passion and your name permanently goes into my Collector's List. Your indulgence in my Art fires up my soul. ✨

I have never taken someone's pause at my table for granted. In fact, I look for the pause. My introverted soul starts talking and doesn't shut up when it feels that vibe. You know what I mean? And that is why, I never take your presence & my sales for granted, ever. I say a little gratitude prayer every time it happens. ❣️

🛒 15% off on Prints is still active on my website - Sale ends in 4 days!

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[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, diwali gifts, Christmas gifts, Christmas market, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art ]

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Day 1 at THE BEST MARKET I have had to date! 🥳😍🥲😌

I attended my second Christmas Market this past weekend and my god, it was a weekend full of action, surprises & connection! Remembering how my first Christmas market went last weekend, honestly, I was hoping to just survive this market without crying. I was a little afraid to step out & be out there as I just didn't have it in me to go through another hard day. Turns out, I did cry, only they were tears of joy. 🥲🥹

I have the biggest humbling feeling in my heart as I am writing this. This weekend was so full of connection, surprises, and beautiful conversations. My Art found the best people, and the best Collectors in very unexpected ways! The sweetest people paused at my table, struck up conversations, showed curiosity and asked me some very serious things about my art. The collectors I was waiting for in last week's market, found me & my art at this market. 🫂

If you met me at the market, paused at my table, browsed my Art, showed interest, displayed curiosity, complimented my details, my birds, the way I use colors, spoke to me about my paintings, shared your memories of places, shared your own art, decided to buy my Art from me, went around the market & came back to buy my art, my little heart thanks you, is in awe and is full of gratitude. You fueled my passion and your name permanently goes into my Collector's List. Your indulgence in my Art fires up my soul. ✨

I have never taken someone's pause at my table for granted. In fact, I look for the pause. My introverted soul starts talking and doesn't shut up when it feels that vibe. You know what I mean? And that is why, I never take your presence & my sales for granted, ever. I say a little gratitude prayer every time it happens. ❣️

How did I celebrate this beautiful, unexpected day? With Maggi & Chai - the perfect ending to my beautiful market experience.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the wonderful, and generous collectors and for @differentfolkshfx for organising a great market!

🛒 15% off on Prints is still active on my website - Sale ends in 4 days!

Part 3/3: Surprising a Collector with their favourite flowers 💐

Let's pack a very special order. One of my Northern lights originals was purchased by a collector. I was so happy when this painting got adopted because it's been in my shop for 2 whole years. That's how long it took for it to find the right owner.

I found out that this is going to be the first piece of original art owned by the collector so in order to make their order more special I am including a custom painting of their favourite flowers, which is forget me nots. The floral piece includes the word 'Home' in it as I want the collector to feel comforted when they see these two paintings.

This part of running my Studio excites me, where I imagine how a collector may feel and respond when they see the paintings in front of them. Some more originals in my shop are waiting to be seen. Don't forget to check out my website. Link in my Bio.

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I went to my first Christmas Market yesterday. There were SO MANY beautiful vendors and people at the market. So many. Such a crowd. All kinds of people. It was definitely a "vibe" to be at a Christmas event for the first time outside India. I have never seen people walk away with multiple bags of gifts & purchases before in Halifax, but I saw that repeatedly at the market. It made me feel hopeful about the market for myself and really got me so so excited for this first event of the Christmas season.

Compliments about my work were INSANE! My ears genuinely felt a overwhelmed (tired) of hearing "oh so pretty!", "beautiful work", "gorgeous". I couldn't believe someone complimented the little stands I used to display my art. I have to admit, I was hoping for things to move forward post the compliments. I was hoping for someone to take the leap and grab a piece of art and make it theirs. I was hoping that after picking up the items on my table, going"wow!" at them, and asking me how I made my landscapes and my florals, they would be bought too. This time at the market, I had products for as little as $3 to $65 -Bookmarks, Magnets, Notecards, Giclee Art Prints, and Watercolor Originals.

But I didn't make a single sale. Not even a dollar. And yes I'll be honest, that stung. It hurt my sensitive little heart. It damaged my soul for the rest of the day. I was left disappointed and sad. I am not even going to try to be strong about it. I am not strong as I write this, I am heartbroken. My work is beautiful, it's DAMN BEAUTIFUL and on days that I don't make a single sale at the market, after all the time, energy and money that goes into them, I feel a pit in my stomach that doesn't leave me for days.

I know, I know. Art is not for everyone. And that is what sucks the most when I think about it.

My words today are to give space to the hard days of this journey that leave you empty. Please don't tell me to keep going. I will be doing that anyway, and you will see me smiling and promoting my work at the next market this coming weekend.

I found @inspiredtowrite's words at the end of my day & I felt so seen. It was the mirror I was scared to look into - my heart.

Part 2/3: Surprising a Collector with their favourite flowers 💐

In part 1 of this video I shared with you a back story of this mini floral piece and the reason behind why I'm making it for a very special collector. In this video, I'm going to show you my finishing touches of watercolor that I add to this painting. After this, I take you through my process of using an ink pen to give final touches to this floral piece.

Since these are the collector's favourite flowers, I felt like adding the word "Home" in this painting at the end. As I did this, the painting instantly felt complete and I decided to stop doing anything further.

Join me for Part 3 as I pack both the paintings to send this order off to its collector all the way from Delhi from Halifax.

I hope you also caught a small glimpse of me adding my signature to make it a part of the painting.

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[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, diwali gifts, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art ]

Part 1/3: Surprising a Collector with their favourite flowers 💐

I have two Northern lights original paintings in my shop and one of them was purchased by a collector some time ago. While answering some of their queries and receiving compliments about my art in the process, I found out that this is going to be the first piece of original art owned by them. In order to make their order more special, I felt like making a painting of their favourite flower, which is forget-me-nots, to go along with the northern lights painting.

I found a simple photograph from one of the royalty-free websites that called out to me and I instantly connected with. It took me a couple of hours to paint this mini painting. Look out for Part 2 on my feed to see the final look of this floral art piece and also the northern lights original that I'll be sending along in this order.

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[ artist in halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, floral painting, typographic art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, giclee art print, watercolor originals, small art print, limited edition, easy to frame, festive gifting, diwali gifts, holiday gifts, home wall art, packing art ]

🪄 A N N O U N C E M E N T 🪄

I am delighted to share my upcoming markets in the month of November.

Christmas in Spryfield Market

🗓️ 17 November, 2024
⌚ 10 AM to 3 PM
📍 Spryfield Lions Rink, 111 Drysdale Road
🚪 Free Entry

Christmas at IKEA Craft Market

🗓️ 23 & 24 November, 2024
⌚ 11 AM to 5 PM
📍 645 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth
🚪 Free Entry

I will be there with my stock of original paintings of various sizes (mandalas, halifax-inspired landscapes & florals) and my limited edition stack of giclee art prints.

There are a bunch of new things that will be a part of my Holiday Shop this season (stay tuned, I'll share them soon). I'll be carrying some surprises along with me and hopefully spreading joy along the way!

If you are around, I'd love for you to meet my Art in person (and meee!).
I promise that my Art will greet you very gently and lovingly, and love you forever if you choose to take it home with you.

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"घर", meaning "home" in English, is a Fine Art Giclee Print is inspired by my feelings of what a "घर" means to me — "घर" is an ocean of emotion. It is a feeling of safety. It is a place of comfort. It is who I am in my closest relationships. It is who I become when I am by myself. When I moved to Halifax from Bangalore, "घर" has been about all the things that remind me of India and feel all too familiar — the food I long for, the reassuring smells, the mundane pieces of art I grew up around, the colors that brighten up my rooh, and the people I miss being around.

Available in: 5 x 7 and 8 x 10

Best to hang it in a place near your front doors.

All Prints are made to order. Shipping Art Worldwide.

Shop on my website or DM me to purchase!

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"Sky of my Dreams" | 6 x 4 | $75 is an original watercolor painting that is inspired by the many many sunsets I have witnessed amongst the mountains.

It is a painting that brings all my favourite elements in one place - the settling sun, the expansive sky, the sounds of the birds and the smell of pine trees. The splash of gold is to represent the magic that we carry within us and that surrounds us at all times.

Shop on my website or DM me to purchase!

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🔵 SOLD. A mandala painting is a beautiful, meaningful gift.

It is rare, and one of a kind. A mandala signifies the transformation of a universe of suffering into one of joy.

It symbolises one's spiritual journey, starting from the outside to the inner core.

Perceived as a spiritual guiding tool, for focused attention and creating a sacred space, painting them feels like becoming whole with myself.

I experience a deep calmness during their creation process.

They hold a special place in my heart, and in my practice, as it was the first thing I painted when I decided to take my art seriously.

Over the years, birthing them has brought healing and repaired my deep emotional wounds.

My rooh feels lighter and freer with each mandala that is born from my inner landscape and flies out into the world.

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Say hello to artworks I painted with both hands! Yes people - I am AMBIDEXTROUS as you saw in my stories yesterday.

The amount of surprised emojis & statements I have received in the last 24 hours is absolutely insane. Most of you, who are my dear friends, have been told about this in person, and what I understood is that seeing it made it real and unbelievably cool. Well, thank you so much for your appreciation. I'm very grateful. *Bows*

I bought 3 oil pastels for my birthday this year as I felt some weird little attraction to them while I was searching for a birthday present for myself. I only picked them this week, on Tuesday night after laughing my lungs out in the theatre watching Stree 2. Which, is a movie I did not want to go for. To my surprise, I couldn't stop laughing and the release lightened up my soul. I found myself picking up these little coloured sticks at midnight and couldn't stop creating.

I have been painting using the oil pastels for two days and here are the delightful results. I hope you love them as much as I have loved making them with both my hands.

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🔵 AVAILABLE. 9/16 mini originals from The Quiet Escape Collection are still available.

Check out the link in my Bio to Shop these beautiful minis, inspired from my first year in Halifax. 2 x 3 inches in size.

Each painting is a memory, holding a moment from my life. My fuel for this collection are my small, everyday mundane moments, that were so softly pleasurable, like a comfort I felt in my skin.

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For my audience in India, this is the last call to place your orders.

If you have ever wanted my Art (Originals or Art Prints), and want to save up on the Shipping - here’s your chance. If you shop from my studio right now, shipping is only $5 for you.

Place your order directly on my website. Email/DM me if you would like to make a direct payment or have any queries about this offer.

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🔵 SOLD. Watercolor Mandala. Sometimes Art finds you ♥️

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I am visiting India next month and am going to be home for a couple of weeks.

If you have ever wanted my Art (Originals or Art Prints), and want to save up on the Shipping - here’s your chance. If you shop from my studio as soon as possible (before Monday, next week), shipping is only $5 for you. International Shipping for my work can cost anywhere from $30-$50.

I'll be bringing your orders myself and parcel it home to you.

Place your order directly on my website. Email/DM me if you would like to make a direct payment or have any queries about this offer.

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🔵 SOLD. 7/16 pieces of The Quiet Escape Collection have found loving homes.

🖼️ 9 artworks remain and await your call. Will you be the next best thing to happen to my Art and give it a permanent place in your life?

Check out the link in my Bio to Shop these beautiful minis, inspired from my first year in Halifax. 2 x 3 inches in size.

Each painting is a memory, holding a moment from my life. My fuel for this collection are my small, everyday mundane moments, that were so softly pleasurable, like a comfort I felt in my skin.

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In other news, I am visiting India next month and am going to be home for a couple of weeks.

If you have ever wanted my Art (Originals or Art Prints), and want to save up on the Shipping - here’s your chance. If you shop from my studio as soon as possible (Monday, next week), shipping is only $5 for you.

International Shipping for my work can cost anywhere from $30-$50. So if you ask me, THIS DEAL IS A STEAL!

I'll be bringing your orders myself and parcel it home to you.

Place your order directly on my website. Email/DM me if you would like to make a direct payment or have any queries about this offer.

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When I started painting in 2020, I felt an intense hatred towards all art I made that wasn't "beautiful" or "perfect" or "aesthetically pleasing" to look at. I wanted to hide it or not have anyone else find it. I was ashamed. After being an artist for more than 4 years now, I have started to look at my Bad Art with a sense of gratitude & a blessing.

Here are some of my realisations:

1. My bad art is my pathway to creating good art. The more I'm painting, the more I'm expanding my creativity, thinking and my vision. My bad art is the missing piece of the puzzle when it comes to birthing the Art that I love, that is authentic to me & art I want to share with the world.

2. Being critical of my bad art feels like being critical to the bad parts of myself that I disliked, almost hated and was made to feel ashamed of by others. As I continued to create, the weight of these parts, the shame started to reduce, and I could increase my capacity to hold it. I have felt more open to viewing them as a part of me, and seeing me as a whole person.

3. Giving space to art that I don't like and giving it equal attention as my good art, reduces the internal pressure I carry on myself to PRODUCE art that is visibly "appealing" at all times. Perfection is an idea that causes me to disconnect with my artist self's lived human experience.

4. Being able to view my creative process as a life long journey, made me see it being filled with good, bad and mediocre Art. I cannot just give space to art that is "good". It's inhuman. Again, a life lesson in hiding for me. It's the sum of it all experiences together that makes the whole experience meaningful and not just looking at the parts individually or separately. I gently remind myself of this often.

5. And the BIGGEST lesson that my creativity has taught me is that what's "good" art and what's "bad" art is entirely SUBJECTIVE & PERSONAL. The Art that I, as an Artist feel most connected to, may not be received in the same way by my audience. And what looks "bad" to me, may move another audience member deeply from within. So it's okay to be flexible when it comes to deciding the fortune of my Art and the creative work I produce.

After 6 months of shedding tears over rejections & a bucket of no responses, it happened! Find my full vulnerable story in my previous post on my feed.

If you're interested in having my Art with a soft, peaceful and calming vibe for your office/workspace, I'm open to similar collaborations. Please connect with me on shivangivermastudio@gmail.com.

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BIG NEWS - This Monday, my original paintings and art prints were welcomed for display at Wild Art Therapy in Halifax.

A bit of back story:
Since March, I have been attempting to connect to stores in and around Halifax/Nova Scotia for my art prints where they could be available to shop locally. I knew this would be challenging in many ways. Plus, I know no one personally who could assist or support me as I navigated this unknown path. I am also not a born local, I am an immigrant which brings along the tag of being "an outsider".

I started to notice the impact of this tag never leaves you. It finds a way to show up in the experiences I have in the city that I'm trying to feel at "home". While I attempted to contact stores on my own, I mostly got "no responses" from the majority of places (it’s okay, I get it, everyone’s busy!). There were a couple of hopeful interactions who asked me to check with them later in the year. A few shops who did respond gave me reasons for not accepting my art (and me) in their store at the moment.

Some of them were:
"they don't quite fit our aesthetic"
"we are not looking for new artists at the moment"
"we are not looking for this type of thing"
"we will pass this time"
"we will not be placing an order with you"

I am very so deeply grateful for their responses. Truly. Communication is so meaningful. It made me feel seen, as opposed to feeling invisible trying to vouch for my Art. I will say that I had to write to many places more than a few times as I was also unsure whether they were even receiving my queries or not. It took me some time to understand that many stores might write back only if they are interested and choose to move forward with my work.

I gave up in July as my heart could not take any more rejections. It was heartbreaking & soul-crushing to sit with my increasing sadness and disappointment. The burden was too heavy to carry and I needed to pause. (Continued in comments)

Come closer for some scintillating DETAILS ♥️

Original Paintings and Art Prints available on my Website. Link in Bio.

[ halifax artist, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, mandala art, geometry, geometrical art, transformation, calming, peaceful, serene, minimalist, purple, gold colour, handmade, paintings, home decor, wall art, landscape artist, pine trees, birds flying, meditative art, meditation ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

12 hours of mandala painting in less than 60 seconds! 🌞🌊

I've been painting for the last two days and was able to create a small collection of mandala paintings. As a result, I'm tapped out and my back has given up on me, but by God - my heart and my hands are delighted!

This sudden surge of inspiration was a result of feeling guilty about not painting for the whole month of August.

In an attempt to give space to my life frustrations, I took some very deep breaths and gave into my brush showing me some space for slowing down.

Super happy to show you the results.

These originals will be available soon on my website for purchase! 🛒

[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, watercolor artist, mandala art, geometry, geometrical art, transformation, calming, peaceful, serene, minimalist, purple, gold colour, handmade, paintings, home decor, wall art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

Do you have one of my bookmarks? Reply and tell me!!

My handmade bookmarks are a special creation for me. I have been making them for years, much before I decided to step into my creative side seriously.

Creating them from my unsold paintings, makes sure that all of my art finds a home and none of it goes to waste.

This is important for me, as sometimes the pieces that don't get taken, may feel homeless, which is a heartbreaking feeling to be with.

By indulging in this process, I believe I'm able to do something for myself as well as my art, and we both find a purpose along the way.

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[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, nova scotia artist, art market, halifax markets, watercolor artist, handmade art, paintings, home decor, wall art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, interior design, home giclee art print, florals, spring, flowers, floral art, summer collection, upcycle art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #upcycle #natureart

I had the most beautiful market day, and I am still in awe of how unexpected my Saturday was!!

I was completely zoned out as I started my morning and didn't feel like myself. And if I had the option, I may have just kept myself in bed all day. The weather was grey, rainy, foggy and just ugh! It was one of those days where I felt moody and didn't want to be around people.

But then I reached my venue, and whatever I was feeling went out the door!! The whole vibe at the market, seeing soo many vendors together, the beautiful works of the many makers around, @kareninacrochet coming and hugging me before the market started, the lights around me, and being greeted by @haligonianvendormarket as I entered the space just uplifted my mood. I think the total contrast of the market vibe vs the environment struck me unconsciously and changed how I was feeling.

I felt very unusually calm from within today which never happens and just realising this was such a soothing feeling that kept me grounded from the start.

I loved meeting the people who stopped by my table. I felt nurtured, cherished and seen. There was a lot of crowd today, and many people were attracted to my work. Some of my paintings found homes and I felt so giggly inside as that happened many times repeatedly. This is such a heartwarming feeling - to be able to pack my work in front of the collector and give it to them by hand. Ahh!! I am melting thinking about it now. I also got enquiries for custom orders today which was cherry on top of the cake!!

I'm so grateful for how my Saturday turned around and feel truly blessed by the time the market ended. Thank you @nrajat for always having my back & being my most important company on market days!!

Thank you to everyone who met me, chose to give a home to my art and trusted my work. This is my last market for the time being and I'll be taking some time to paint for myself before I come back with new work for the holiday season!! And I have some beautiful things I'm planning on creating - you just wait to see the magical things I unfold for you!!

My website continues to be open for Print orders, Originals and Commission requests. Feel free to browse!

🪄 A N N O U N C E M E N T 🪄

I am delighted to share that I am going to be part of the Artist Market this month.

🗓️ 10 August 2024
⌚ 11 am to 5 pm
📍 Light House Arts Centre, Halifax
🚪 Free Entry

I will be there with my stock of original paintings of various sizes (mandalas, halifax-inspired landscapes & florals) and my limited edition stack of giclee art prints.

If you are around, I'd love for you to meet my Art in person (and meee!).
I promise that my Art will greet you very gently and lovingly, and love you forever if you choose to take it home with you.

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[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, nova scotia, art market, halifax markets, watercolor artist, handmade art, paintings, home decor, wall art, vendor, night market, calming, peaceful, serene, interior design, warrior art print, giclee, landscape ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

Thank you for all the love, support and appreciation that you've shared with me for this collection. Many of you reached out and told me what thoughts stirred for you and how you find these minis super cute and adorable as well.

I am so deeply EXCITED and HONORED to share my art with you :)

Each painting is handsigned at the front and stamped at the back by me, along with the date of its creation.

🛒 11/16 paintings are still available for You and can be purchased on my Website. Local and International Shipping Available.

Link in my Bio.

✨ Stamp by @ko.necessity

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[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, nova scotia artist, art market, halifax markets, watercolor artist, handmade art, paintings, home decor, wall art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, interior design, home giclee art print, florals, spring, flowers, floral art, summer collection, miniature art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

The Quiet Escape Collection is now LIVE on my WEBSITE!

🖼️ The Quiet Escape Collection —
a collection of miniature landscapes,
inspired from my life in Halifax —

16 Mini Landscapes.
2 x 3 inches.

Each painting is a memory, holding a moment from my life, that is both alive and still.

My fuel for this collection are my small, everyday mundane moments, that were so softly pleasurable, like a comfort I felt in my skin.

There were countless moments I felt I didn’t have much, and couldn’t do much.

Though what brings to mind is having the chance and the space to simply “be” in the moment.

It was both terrifying, and hopeful.

But no matter how ordinary, or routinely small, these moments moved me and found a way to flow through my paintbrush.

I am so deeply EXCITED and HONORED to share my art with you :)

NOW AVAILABLE on my WEBSITE.

Link in my Bio.

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[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, nova scotia artist, art market, halifax markets, watercolor artist, handmade art, paintings, home decor, wall art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, interior design, home giclee art print, florals, spring, flowers, floral art, summer collection, miniature art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

💌 Join my Email list to get first dibs on the collection on 30 July.
Link in my Bio.

🖼️ The Quiet Escape Collection —
a collection of miniature landscapes,
inspired from life in a new place —

releasing on 30 July, 2024.

An original painting does not get more pocket friendly than these miniatures. If you have ever wanted to own an original, it does not get better than this!!

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[ halifax, artist from India, artist in canada, nova scotia artist, art market, halifax markets, watercolor artist, handmade art, paintings, home decor, wall art, calming art, peaceful art, serene, interior design, home giclee art print, florals, spring, flowers, floral art, summer collection, miniature art ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #boldart #homedecor #watercolorartist #flowers #watercolorlandscape
#halifaxnoise #spring #canadaartist #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #wordporn #poetry #natureart

🎬 Story Time: My Saturday turned out to be action-packed.

We were on time to leave for the Summer Market but for some reason, every possible thing that could get us late in the morning, happened out of the blue. The venue was an hour drive from Halifax and we reached 15 minutes before the market had to start.

It was a beautiful day outside and I met so many people, received a ton of compliments and got to engage meaningfully with the market audience.

The birds in my paintings, the colors of my artworks and the small size of my originals got a ton of love from everyone. All my landscape art prints were a hit and got the attention of almost everyone who paused to look at my work.

"Your art is so pretty" is still ringing in my ears.

I lost count of the number of people who took my free bookmarks and my card.

Though, I didn't make a single sale. THAT part of my day has been a burden to sit with and is still sinking in.

And then randomly in the middle of talking to someone something stung my hand and my finger swelled up and it was super terrifying. It kept swelling for 2 hours and then started to come down slowly after that.
I don't even know what stung me.

We decided to stop by Peggy's Cove in the evening and the sight of the ocean after such an eventful day happened to have a balming effect on me.

My heart thanks each person who stopped and spoke to me, shared their stories and told me what painting of mind calls out to them. Thank you thank you thank you, and I hope you know that you have me something to take back, even though I did not have a sale this market.

[ halifax art, artist from India, artist in canada, art market, halifax markets, artist, handmade, paintings, home decor, wall art, vendor, art for home, watercolor artist, landscape artist, calming art, peaceful, serene ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #hfxlocal #homedecor #watercolorartist #watercolorlandscape #market #farmersmarket
#halifaxnoise #hfx #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #natureart

My Saturday turned out to be action-packed.

We were on time to leave for the Summer Market but for some reason, every possible thing that could get us late in the morning, happened out of the blue. The venue was an hour drive from Halifax and we reached 15 minutes before the market had to start.

It was a beautiful day outside and I met so many people, received a ton of compliments and got to engage meaningfully with the market audience.

The birds in my paintings, the colors of my artworks and the small size of my originals got a ton of love from everyone. All my landscape art prints were a hit and got the attention of almost everyone who paused to look at my work.

"Your art is so pretty" is still ringing in my ears.

I lost count of the number of people who took my free bookmarks and my card.

Though, I didn't make a single sale. THAT part of my day has been a burden to sit with and is still sinking in.

And then randomly in the middle of talking to someone something stung my hand and my finger swelled up and it was super terrifying. It kept swelling for 2 hours and then started to come down slowly after that.
I don't even know what stung me.

We decided to stop by Peggy's Cove in the evening and the sight of the ocean after such an eventful day happened to have a balming effect on me.

My heart thanks each person who stopped and spoke to me, shared their stories and told me what painting of mind calls out to them. Thank you thank you thank you, and I hope you know that you have me something to take back, even though I did not have a sale this market.

[ halifax art, artist from India, artist in canada, art market, halifax markets, artist, handmade, paintings, home decor, wall art, vendor, art for home, watercolor artist, landscape artist ]

#shivangivermastudio #shi_vangii
#minimalisthome #minimalistart #minimalistdecor #calm #calming #calmingvibes #expansive #expressive #wallart #hfxlocal #homedecor #watercolorartist #watercolorlandscape #market #farmersmarket
#halifaxnoise #hfx #novascotiaartist #halifaxmarket #artmarket #halifax #halifaxart #halifaxartist #discoverhalifax #sketchbooktour #natureart

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f o l l o w a l o n g

@shivangivermastudio

some stillness for your space

~ pockets of play collection ~

a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed admist BIG life changes

~ the quiet escape collection ~

a collection of miniature watercolor landscapes
inspired by my life in a new place

u p c o m i n g e v e n t s

bring the slow rhythms of nature into your home

inspired by the pulse of my own life,
and the things that find me

"Breathing in Seasons" Art Print

"Warrior" Art Print

"Dreams in Violet" Art Print

testimonials

f o l l o w a l o n g

shivangivermastudio@gmail.com
Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada)

some stillness for your space

~ pockets of play collection ~

a collection of watercolor landscapes birthed admist BIG life changes

~ the quiet escape collection ~

a collection of miniature watercolor landscapes inspired by my life in a new place

u p c o m i n g e v e n t s

bring the slow rhythms of nature into your home

inspired by the pulse of my own life, and the things that find me

"Breathing in Seasons" Art Print

"Warrior" Art Print

"Dreams in Violet" Art Print

testimonials

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f o l l o w a l o n g

shivangivermastudio@gmail.com Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada)

a collection of watercolor landscapes
birthed admist BIG life changes

a collection of miniature watercolor landscapes
inspired by my life in a new place

inspired by the pulse of my own life,
and the things that find me

shivangivermastudio@gmail.com
Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada)