Malinda Prudhomme @ The Malala Effect Art Exhibition and Book Launch

On Thursday March 06, 2014 Plan Canada's Because I Am A Girl initiative launched their new children's book "Everyday Is Malala Day".  In order to promote the book and celebrate International Women's Day Plan Canada decided to hold an art exhibition entitled "The Malala Effect". 24 local artists were given a page from the book to draw inspiration in order to create an original artwork for the show. I felt so honored to be a part of such an amazing event dedicated to a cause that is very close to my heart; equal rights for girls around the world.

Want to see my completed artwork "She Connects And Strengthens Us" in detail?
See this blog post ---> HERE

Want to see my piece come to life?  Watch my time lapse videos ---> HERE

Want to learn more about the project, Malala, Because I Am A Girl, or Plan?
See this blog post ---> HERE

The night ran beautifully with delicious h'ordeuvres, an open bar, and truly inspirational speeches from both the author of the book Rosemary McCarney (CEO and President of  Plan Canada)  and Lisa LaFlamme (Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor at CTV National News). It was truly a night I will never forget.

I hope you enjoy my photos of the event!
(Taken at Walnut Contemporary Gallery)

Blue Pop Marilyn - A Mini Edition

"Blue Pop Marilyn"

March 2014

Acrylic Paint on Canvas

8" x 10"

COMMISSION

I'm very excited to have had the opportunity to complete my series "Vintage Pop Beauties" for a very special and extra supportive fan. Prior to the end of my latest Facebook Contest Hope Toivonen purchased my mini painting "Yellow Pop Audrey". When Hope did not win the contest, and therefore would not be able to complete the series, I thought it would be nice to create a new mini pop piece of Marilyn Monroe to go with the other two mini artworks. I chose a classic Marilyn pose with pouted lips and sexy squinted eyes. I'm quite pleased with the results and I hope you are too! :) 

Time-Lapse Art Videos! See My Detailed Portrait Painting Come to Life!