My Week & London Olympics Opening ceremony

Firstly, how good was the opening ceremony for the London 2012 Olympics? I love events like this and the Jubilee in the world as it really brings people together. A great British summer huh? Gutted I missed out at being 1 of the volunteers!! Things in my life at the time of the application process meant that by the time I applied, places were few & competition was fierce. Gutted! 

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Fireworks light the sky over London's Tower Bridge during London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. 

I love the Isles of Wonder part of London's Olympic Opening Ceremony: 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tm7NWsxRRc&feature=player_detailpage

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The fireworks finale lights the Olympic Stadium. 

Anyhow, as I type this, 1 of my pieces of Artwork is making its way to Poland! Always nice to see my art go overseas. Don't forget my exhibit is still up at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. Contact me for more details or if you're interested in purchasing any art: 

Tweet: @MonsoonArts
Email: Sharon_Kerala@hotmail.com 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/monsoonartsandphotography 

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My framed photographic print making its way to Poland. Contact me if you're interested in this or any other artwork, Sharon.  

Also this week, I bumped into 3 people I haven't seen in years from school, work and 1 locally - nice when life throws good surprises at me! Also took some different photos - always fun, always a bonus! Met some inspiring arty creative people like myself at work and then hopefully might land a new lead - Exciting!

SOMETHING INSPIRING: 
When I was helping a guy he said "Thank you & keep smiling. We're only born with 1 heart so keep showing your heart. Think how much better the world would be - it'd be a much nicer place - Thanks." 

A nice guy, a nice chat & true words, we could all listen to this - so COME ON WORLD !!

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Olympics Colouring Pictures for Children

With today being the start of the summer holidays and with the London Olympics just round the corner, here are some colouring pictures to keep your little ones busy when you're busy. Or you can celebrate the Olympics together with these fun colouring pictures, mazes and puzzles. 

Due to copyright, right click cannot be performed on my blog, so instead click the post title and then Print from the menu bar to print all the pictures, mazes and puzzles. 

Enjoy! 

Children's colouring pictures - Torch carrier.
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Children's colouring pictures - Torch relay past London Bridge. Copyright image:  http://www.free-for-kids.com/

Children's colouring pictures - Winner. Copyright image: http://www.handipoints.com/

Children's colouring pictures - Olympics logo. 

Or they can have a go at this fun printable maze where they can run through with the Olympic torch into the stadium. 

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The older ones can have a go at the Olympics themed word-search. Simply find and cross off the listed words. Once all the words have been found read the remaining letters from top left to bottom right for an Olympics summer fact. 

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Henna Tattoos

I absolutely love having henna! It's cultural, traditional - yet moves with the times and it looks so beautiful - any excuse and I'm there! Here are just 3 henna photos but visit again soon as I have so much more to talk about and show you all in the future - Exciting!

This design moves from the hands, extending up the arm. Complimenting Indian clothes and jewellery. 

Henna is also popular on the feet with glitter and colours for a modern twist. 

A beautiful henna pattern on hands and wrists. Perfect for any occasion. 

Visit again soon for more henna info and photos of this beautiful art. 

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My Graphic Design Portfolio

Hello I'm Sharon Galsinh, a freelance artist, photographer and graphic designer with a passion for creativity. I love capturing and expressing what I love about the world through the arts. It allows me to reach thousands of people from a busy corridor, other cities & even on a double decker bus and train, exciting! 

I'm really passionate about protecting the environment & supporting Greenpeace & WWF. So I really enjoyed creating this Greenpeace newsletter with masthead. 

I'm skilled in using graphic design and photography software which enables me to create modern, professional designs. I have the ability to design and create posters, newsletters, business cards, DVD covers, leaflets, brochures and much more as well as graphics and photography to fit any brief for any project to a strict deadline. 

Working at Liverpool based National Youth Advocacy Service gave me the opportunity to work on a range of projects including the Young Parents Support Project. I designed the advertising campaign with posters and folding leaflets that were displayed and distributed in Liverpool and north-west England. 

My poster advertising Peter Pan showing at Birmingham's Repertory Theatre during Christmas. 

Flick through a selection of my designs and if you have a brand that you'd like to establish, a project that you need to further develop or advertising to help with the direction your company is heading, please contact me in any of the following ways: 

CONTACT ME: 
Email: Sharon_kerala@hotmail.com 
Twitter: www.Twitter.com/MonsoonArts 
Blog: www.MonsoonArts.Blogspot.com
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/MonsoonArtsAndPhotography

My poster advertising the Spring Music Festival at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. It was displayed in the main entrance and where the musicians performed. 

The leaflet I designed to advertise my own art, photography & graphic design.  

My poster advertising singer Lizzy Parks performing in Birmingham. 

Poster advertising a Microsoft computer game.

CONTACT ME: 

Email: Sharon_kerala@hotmail.com 

Twitter: www.Twitter.com/MonsoonArts 

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/MonsoonArtsAndPhotography

Photo Restoration and Enhancement

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In need of photo restoration & enhancement? I can: 

Alternatively I can create an old feel to a new photo.
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• Photo Restoration: Remove a torn, crease, stains, scratches, restore colour into old faded photos. 
• Colour Correction: Correcting discoloured images due to flash/no flash, filament bulbs, over/under exposure. 
• Photo Enhancement: Changing brightness or contrast. 

I can further manipulate your photo with filters and effects for a more interesting old look. 
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If you'd like to restore & bring an old photo back to life again or alternatively create an old feel to a new photo, send me an email: Sharon_Kerala@Hotmail.Com

Colour can be changed and borders added.
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Sunflower Prints & Greeting Cards

This week I've added new artwork to my exhibit at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. Those of you that want to add some colour and pattern to a blank wall will love my framed macro photography print of a mini sunflower printed with fade resistant ink - I love sunflowers! 

My framed photo of a mini sunflower printed with fade resistant ink can make a lovely gift to someone special. 

There's also a cute matching mini greeting card to complete what can be a lovely gift to someone special. Send me an email if you're interested in purchasing any art - Sharon

You can also purchase a cute matching mini greeting card to compliment a gift. Ideal for mums, sisters, friends, partners, gardeners, flower lovers (like me!) or those who just love to add a splash of colour to their lives! 

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World's Longest Photo: "We're All Gonna Die - 100 Meters of Existence"

"We're All Gonna Die - 100 Meters of Existence" - so called as the image is 100 meters long. Simon Hoegsberg a freelance photographer from Denmark created a single continuous print shot over 20 days. It has 178 portraits of people all shot at the same spot on a railway in Berlin. Most unaware their photo was taken. He used a Canon 1D Mark II camera with a 400mm lens. 

Just a small section of the image 
Copyright photo by Simon Hoegsberg

I really like this, pretty impressive

Copyright photo by Simon Hoegsberg

To appreciate the whole picture, visit: 

www.simonhoegsberg.com/we_are_all_gonna_die/slider.html

Denver Chalk Art Festival

I came across Denver Chalk Art Festival online and it sounds quite interesting. 

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It's a free 2 day street painting festival in June where over 200 artists use the streets as a giant canvas and turn them into a museum of chalk art. In order to promote arts awareness and education in Denver. It creates a unique colourful experience and atmosphere. It's pretty amazing what people can do with chalk, just so long as it doesn't rain! 

Here are some of my favourites: 

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There is also live music is all weekend which adds to the unique atmosphere. Sounds like fun! 

Children's Jubilee Celebration Mask Making Worksheet

Celebrate the Jubilee with my fun children's mask making project to keep your little ones busy this bank holiday. For a British theme paint and stick ribbons and feathers in red, white & blues. 

Click the link for my worksheet:  

http://monsoonarts.blogspot.co.uk/2012/02/mardi-gras-mask-making-worksheet.html 

My mask decorated in my favourite colours. To create a British look decorate in red, white and blue paint, feathers, sequins & gemstones - perfect for celebrating the Jubilee! 
© SHARONJEET GALSINH. 

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"I look forward to seeing you all!"

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My Exhibition Promotional Leaflet

I've been pretty excited with the opening of my exhibition last week at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. Being a graphic designer too, I've designed a promotional leaflet to advertise my artwork at the exhibit which will be up for several months. My finished design is a good reflection of my artwork - it's colourful and vibrant! 

My leaflet I designed to be placed by the glass cabinets during my several months long exhibit.  All feedback welcome. 

See my mini greeting cards, paintings, photography & computer generated designs. If you'd like to purchase any art please contact me. 

Email: Sharon_Kerala@Hotmail.com

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Exhibit photos to be added soon! 

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My Exhibit is Now Open!

My exhibit is now open! Yay! On Monday I set up my display at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. All are welcome to visit any time. Expect to see my cute mini greeting cards, paintings, photography prints & computer generated pictures - all framed. If you'd like to purchase any art contact me via my blog or through my: 

Facebook fan page: http://www.facebook.com/monsoonartsandphotography
Email: Sharon_Kerala@Hotmail.com

I only just managed to frame & get my artwork ready in time as I've been very distracted with my new puppy. Those of you who know me will know just how much I've loved dogs my whole life, I've never been without one. 

Visit again soon to see photos of my colourful display, all feedback welcome. 
Sharon

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