VISUAL ARTS, POETRY, COMMUNITY ARTS, MEDIA & ADVERTISING
"My art is my search for the moments beyond the ones of self knowledge. It is the rhythmic fantasy; a restless streak which looks for its own fulfillment! A stillness that moves within! An intense search for my origin and ultimate identity". - Meena
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The Woodstock Public Library Ontario will come alive with words, colors, and moving images as poet, visual artist, and filmmakerMeena Choprapresents anAuthor’s Talkon her celebrated work,Charismatic Chiaroscuro: Poetry & Art.
Audiences will be treated to a12-minute audio-visual film presentation, where poetry flows seamlessly into visual art and digital media. Chopra’s book features44 poems, 80 artworks, and 78 art video films, each linked with QR codes for a fully interactive, multi-sensory journey.
The event promises more than a reading — it is animmersive exploration of light and shadow,
of words and images, designed to spark reflection and conversation.
Guests will also have the chance to meet the author, engage in dialogue,
and get their books signed.
✨All are invited to share in this evening of poetry, art, and soulful discovery.
Charismatic Chiaroscuro has been generously funded by the microgrant program of Mississauga Arts Council
"American painter Jackson Pollock eloquently stated,
"When I am in my painting, I'm not aware of what I'm doing. It's only
after a sort of 'get acquainted' period that I see what I've been about".
As an artist, I've always been fascinated by the intricate link
between creativity and the subconscious mind. I always feel that the
subconscious self has an innate, profound and enigmatic role in shaping
the world of art, infusing it with a depth and authenticity that can
only be glimpsed through the deepest workings of the mind.
Beholding the shadows - Digital drawing by Meena Chopra
There's an almost mystical quality to the way the subconscious
mind serves as a wellspring of inspiration. It's as if a hidden treasure
trove of ideas, emotions, and imagery lies beneath the surface, waiting
to be exploited, unearthed and to be brought to life on the canvas or
on any chosen artistic medium. Some of my most unique and intriguing art
ideas have emerged unknowingly from the depths of my subconscious,
guiding me towards unexplored territories and uncharted creative waters
of the hidden self.
What's truly remarkable is how one's latent being seamlessly
weaves symbols and metaphors while creating an artwork. These symbols
often carry personal significance that may not be immediately evident,
yet they infuse the work with layers of complexity and depth. As if the
submerged self comes to the surface in the act of “creative flow," where
the artist in me takes over in a kind of oneness, getting deeply
engaged with an 'idea'. This creative flow can be attributed to a deep
hidden world of mind. Perhaps the subconscious self-starts communicating
in a language of symbols, allowing to convey emotions and narratives
that go beyond the limitations of words alone.
I've often found myself making instinctual choices in terms of
color palettes, shapes, and compositions. These choices, driven by an
intuition that goes beyond rational thought, contribute to the
authenticity and spontaneous flow of the artwork. It's as if the
subconscious whispers its guidance, leading me down a path that feels
right, even if I can't always pin point and explain why.
Many times, through art, I've been able to express complex
feelings that might elude verbal articulation. As if the latent within
became a conduit for emotions participating in a creative flow. Perhaps
it's a therapeutic outlet and it allows me to process emotions buried
within the recesses of my mind. This emotional resonance translates into
my work, creating a bridge between my inner world and the external
canvas.
I feel, because art is rooted with the latent and hidden part of
human consciousness, it can at times challenge logical thinking, guiding
us towards unconventional approaches. It might not always conform to
traditional narratives, inviting viewers to interpret and engage with
the work on an emotional and subliminal level. Famous artist Henri
Matisse once said, "Creative people are curious, flexible, persistent, and independent with a tremendous spirit of adventure and a love of play." This
spirit of playfulness and curiosity fuels one's journey into the depths
of the subconscious, unlocking doors to ideas and inspiration,
something which can’t be consciously conjured.
I realize that the creative journey is not just a linear
process—it's a multidimensional and a cyclic experience that keeps on
intertwining the conscious with the hidden.
As I navigate the intricate labyrinth of artistic creation, I am
humbled by the role of that hidden and subtle self. A role that
transcends time and culture, linking artists across centuries through a
shared connection to the deeper recesses of the human experience.
Through dreams, symbols, and intuition, I become a silent collaborator,
infusing my art with a depth and authenticity that springs from the very
essence of ‘who I am. It's an exploration that reminds me that art is
not just an external endeavour—it's a journey within to a journey
without.
As Carl Jung wisely noted, "The creation of something new is
not accomplished by the intellect, but by the play of instinct acting
from inner necessity. The creative mind plays with the objects it
loves."
Bio: Meena Chopra is a Canadian
Indian poet, a visual artist, designer, art curator and a producer of
art and literary events. She writes both in English and her native Hindi
language.
Meena is Reading Poetry and also organizing an art exhibition on 3rd October during International Hindi Festival in Mississauga, Canada
2009 09 25 3Oct Flyer[1] कुछ निशान वक्त के झील से झांकते आसमान की गहराई में बादलों को चूमती पहाड़ों की परछाईयां और घने पेड़ों के बीच फड़फड़ाते अतीत के चेहरे झरनो के झरझराते मुख से झरते मधुर गीत संगीत हवाओं पर बिखरी गेंदे के फूलों की सुनहरी खुशबू दूर कहीं सजदों में झुकी घंटियों की गूंज बांसुरी की धुन में लिपट कर चोटियों से धीमे—धीमे उतरती मीठी धूप। पानी में डुबकियां लगाती कुछ मचलती किरणे और उन पर छ्पक—छपक चप्पूओं से सांसे लेती ज़िन्दगी की चलती नौका रात की झिलमिलाहटों में तैरती चुप्पियों की लहरें किनारों से टकराकर लौटती जुगनुओं की वो चमक। उम्मीदों की ठण्डी सड़क पर हवाओं से बातें करती किसी राह्गीर के सपनों की तेज़ दौड़ती टापें पगडंडियों को समेटे कदमो में अपने पहूंची हैं वहां तक—जहां मंज़िलों के मुकाम अक्सों में थम गये हैं झील की गहराई में उतरकर नींद को थपथपाते हुए उठती सुबह की अंगड़ाई में रम गये हैं। - मीना चोपडा *यह कविता मेरे बचपन और जन्मस्थल नैनीताल से प्रेरित है।
Winners of the Children’s Art Competition Unity in Diversity held at the Grand Spicy Festival ‘Zaika’ at the Harbourfront Centre on 9th August, 2009. Age Group 5 Years to 8 Years Ist Prize : FATIMA POSADAS, IInd Prize : SHAY, IInd Prize : JENISHA, IIIrd Prize : JOEY, 9 Years to 12 Years, Ist Prize : SIDDANTH, IInd Prize : KRISTINA, IIIrd Prize : ISHA, 13 Years to 15 Years Consolation Prize : SIDRATUN MIAH, 4 Years and Below Special Prizes, JUDE MAEDA, OCEANE AGUAIL, HANNAH HUANG.
Theme: "Summer Festivities"
Venue -Harbour Front - Toronto
9th August 2009
1pm onwards
Enjoy it with children they are stars of our lives.
Contact: Meena Chopra (Director of the event) crosscurrents.ca@gmail.com -Ph: 905 507 2579
Event is being organized during "ZAIKA FESTIVAL"
Winners of the Children’s Art Competition Unity in Diversity held at the Grand Spicy Festival ‘Zaika’ at the Harbourfront Centre on 9th August, 2009. Age Group 5 Years to 8 Years Ist Prize : FATIMA POSADAS, IInd Prize : SHAY, IInd Prize : JENISHA, IIIrd Prize : JOEY, 9 Years to 12 Years, Ist Prize : SIDDANTH, IInd Prize : KRISTINA, IIIrd Prize : ISHA, 13 Years to 15 Years Consolation Prize : SIDRATUN MIAH, 4 Years and Below Special Prizes, JUDE MAEDA, OCEANE AGUAIL, HANNAH HUANG. 
