The power of affirmation

Bringing life to a mundane Monday morning was Priyanka Nijhawan's inauguration of solo paintings exhibition – "The Power of Affirmation". The artist's idea to bring her beautiful writings of poetry to canvas through her brush was seen. The exhibition was attended by Sunil Sethi, FDCI President, Anil Sharma, Director and Producer of Indian Film Fraternity and President of India's Grand-daughter as the guest of honor. Among other popular faces were author and socialist Ratan Kaul.

President FDCI, Sunil Sethi mentioned that the artist has used the power of eyes to beautifully depict the stories of women. While the artist Priyanka says, "I want to leave a message to every woman – just be who you are, practice affirming to yourself for what you wish to achieve. The power is just inside you.

The poetry in my paintings are part of those positive thoughts that I have come across while affirming. It's the power of your subconscious. This gave me a thought that instead of painting the pain in me, I should portray the immense power that we possess. Believe me, it's magical! Just start thinking for it and you will have it.

If you will realize the power of your thoughts, you will never let in any negative thoughts."

An artist of Indian origin, Priyanka's work reflects the inequality and sufferings of the people which she always observed in her surroundings.

While her work with pencil colours is an eye catcher, Priyanka often paints on canvas with bright acrylic colours. She has taken part in various

prestigious group exhibitions and solo shows. From her work, she aspires to create awareness and do her bit in making the social environment

more humane and less vulnerable.

You can visit the exhibition till February 10 at the Open Palm Court, India Habitat Centre from 10am to 7pm.