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"The Malala Effect" Exhibition by Because I Am A Girl

"The Malala Effect"

Because I Am A Girl

Plan Canada

Walnut Contemporary Gallery

201 Niagara Street

Open to the Public on

March 7th and 8th 2014

11:00 am to 6:00 pm

For the past couple of weeks I've been discussing and updating you on my art piece for Plan Canada's 'Because I Am A Girl' art exhibition "The Malala Effect".  Though the opening night on March 6th will be a private viewing, Plan Canada has allotted two days for the public to come in and admire the show. It is going to be spectacular so if you have the time it would be worth a visit. :) 

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A month ago I was asked to take part in a project being put on by Plan Canada as part  of the "Because I Am A Girl" initiative. If you're not aware, "Because I Am A Girl" is a global project to end gender inequality, promote girls' rights, and lift millions of girls - and everyone around them - out of poverty. As the majority of my artwork focuses on female inner beauty and strength, you can imagine how excited I was to have been chosen for this project. :)

"Because I Am A Girl" will soon be launching a new book entitled "Everyday Is Malala Day". The book is inspired by Malala Yousafzai who is a young Pakistani girl that was shot in 2012 by the Taliban for openly fighting for girls rights to education.  Thankfully she survived the terrible incident and has since been a symbol to girls all over the world who believe in the power of being educated.

To celebrate the book launch, as well as National Women's Day, Plan Canada has decided to hold an art exhibition, "The Malala Effect", that is inspired by the book and by Malala's strength. They have chosen a group of artists and have assigned each of us a page of the book to pull our inspiration and create an original artwork for the show. Once the show is complete each piece will be donated to a school in order to inspire students to engage in their education.

"She Connects and Strengthens Us" Part Of #TheMalalaEffect

"She Connects and Strengthens Us"

Inspired by Malala Yousafzai

February 2014

Oil Paint on Canvas

16" x 16"

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This beautiful portrait painting was requested by Plan Canada's 'Because I Am A Girl' campaign to be exhibited in their "The Malala Effect" exhibition. 

'Because I Am A Girl' is a global project to end gender inequality, promote girl' rights, and lift millions of girls - and everyone around them - out of poverty.  As the majority of my artwork focuses on female inner beauty and strength, I felt very connected to the project. 

As part of the campaign Plan Canada will be launching a new book entitled "Everyday is Malala Day".  The book is inspired by Malala Yousafzai who is a young Pakistani girl that was shot in 2012 by the Taliban for openly fighting for girls' rights to education. Thankfully she survived the terrible incident and has since been a symbol to girls all over the world who believe in the power of being educated. 

To celebrate the book launch, as well as National Women's Day, Plan Canada has decided to hold an art exhibition, "The Malala Effect", that is inspired by the book and Malala's strength.  I was one of 24 artists to be chosen to create a piece inspired by one of the pages of the book.  Once the exhibition is complete the painting will be donated to a school in order to inspire students to engage in their education. 

I chose to depict Malala's message with two young girls from different cultural backgrounds.  Though they come from different countries they are connected by Malala's strength which is represented in their braided hair. Because of Malala, girls from around the world are inspired to have the strength to speak up for themselves and fight for equal rights and opportunities.

To see detailed images of my painting please continue .... 

Malinda Prud'homme @ "Exhibit Here - Artists" in the UK!

I'm so excited to share photos of my current show "Exhibit Here - Artists" on until March 02 2014 in Harrow, UK. The group exhibition features really incredible and diverse artwork. I'm not only impressed with the quality and diversity of the work but also the incredible installation of the art and professionalism of the entire event. Leila Bibizadeh, the founder of Exhibit Here, has helped me throughout this entire process and has been incredibly kind, patient, and professional. I feel so honoured to be a part of this event and even more excited to be exhibiting my work in a country other than Canada for the first time EVER!

If you've yet to visit the show and are in the area please stop by!
If you're not in the UK and would like to see more photos of the artwork on display visit either my Facebook Page www.Facebook.com/MalindaPrudhomme or Exhibit Here's Facebook Page HERE.

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I just love this nook! I have to say, I was so thrilled to see my pieces placed close to the window and right near the business cards. Prime real estate as far as exhibitions go. Thank you!

Collaborating With Plan Canada To Spread Malala's Strength

A couple of weeks ago I was asked to take part in a project being put on by Plan Canada as part of the "Because I Am A Girl" initiative. If you're not aware, "Because I Am A Girl" is a global project to end gender inequality, promote girls' rights, and lift millions of girls - and everyone around them - out of poverty. As the majority of my artwork focuses on female inner beauty and strength, you can imagine how excited I am to have been chosen for this project. :)

"Because I Am A Girl" will soon be launching a new book entitled "Everyday Is Malala Day". The book is inspired by Malala Yousafzai who is a young Pakistani girl that was shot in 2012 by the Taliban for openly fighting for girls rights to education.  Thankfully she survived the terrible incident and has since been a symbol to girls all over the world who believe in the power of being educated.

To celebrate the book launch, as well as National Women's Day, Plan Canada has decided to hold an art exhibition, "The Malala Effect", that is inspired by the book and by Malala's strength. They have chosen a group of artists and have assigned each of us a page of the book to pull our inspiration and create an original artwork for the show. Once the show is complete each piece will be donated to a school in order to inspire students to engage in their education.

I will be excitedly creating this piece over the next few weeks and would love it if you joined me. Your encouragement and support, as well and your help in spreading the word, will make this project truly worth while. :)

See the piece come to life on ....

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