Des Pardes Interview
Kanwar Singh was featured in the weekly Punjabi TV show Des Pardes. Host Harjinder Thind sits down with the artist to discuss the growing popularity of his paintings.
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RBC Mehfil Magazine Awards
Kanwar Singh Dhillon awarded ‘Excellence in Arts’ at the first annual RBC Mehfil Magazine Awards for Excellence featuring keynote speaker Peter Mansbridge, honoured the accomplishments of outstanding individuals during an evening that surprised, entertained and, most importantly, inspired.
Gurudwara Shaheed Garh Sahib Exhibition
Kanwar Singh's work is currently being exhibited at the Gurudwara Shaheed Garh Sahib in Hamilton Ontario. The following painting are displayed:
Kanvas prints
- Guru Hargobind - Lord of Piri Miri
- Guru Arjan Dev Ji - Birth of the Adi Granth
- Siri Guru Granth Sahib - The Eternal Guru
- Sava Lakh Khalsa - Banda Singh Bahadur
- Akali Nihung (red chalk)
- Bhai Bachittar Singh
Watercolour print
- Guru Nanak and his Companions (blue tonal sketch)
Poster print
- Vaisakhi 1699 - Birth of the Khalsa
Kanwar Singh's Masterpiece
Sikhnet review Kanwar Singh's latest piece. "Guru Arjan Dev Ji dictating the Adi Granth to Bhai Gur Das Ji, which has moved me more deeply than any of its predecessors. Guru Ji sits on the Perkarma in a state of deep repose. The expression on his face is one of joy far beyond the physical plane. The pristine Darbar Sahib shines with the glow of the morning light, radiant in the sarovar behind him whilst Bhai Gur Das records the Shabd "Guru Dev Mata, Gur Dev Pita" on a scroll resting before him.
The moment is transcendent. The trees, the birds and the sky itself are all enthralled and suspended in time as the sound of the Guru's Shabd fills the holy space. The magnificence, intimacy and deep sacredness of the moment is captured perfectly, far beyond words to express." Click here to read the full article by Guruka Singh (Sikhnet founder).
29th Annual Nagar Kirtan & Sikh Parade
Kanwar Singh Dhillon had his full catalogue of work on exhibition in Yuba City, California for the 29th Annual Nagar Kirtan & Sikh Parade, Friday October 31st through November 2nd, 2008. The weekend celebrated the teachings of Sikh scripture, which was passed to Sikhs 300 years ago by their tenth and final Guru.
Annual Gala of Sikh Art and Film Foundation
The Sikh Art and Film Foundation celebrated its annual Gala on October 3rd, 2008 in New York City. A complete collection of Kanwar Singh Dhillon's work was on displayed, click here to see pictures from the prestigious event.
Contribution to Sikhnet's New Website
Sikhnet has launched a brand new version of their popular site and Kanwar has contributed a series of specially commissioned paintings that are being used as the main header for every page. It is an exiting opportunity for the artist to contribute to Sikhnet’s ongoing mission to connect the worldwide Sikh community and promoting Sikhism’s values and heritage.
Brave New World in Art
Read the Sikhchic article "Brave New World in Art" by Henna Singh on Kanwar Singh’s art and painting techniques.
