As an homage to humanity, Reena Ahluwalia has painted the Mouawad - Miss Universe ‘Power of Unity’ Crown. The painting celebrates women power, strength in unity, equality and diversity. It carries a powerful message - to unite in the cause of humanity. Because in unity, lies power. The diamond painting was commissioned by Mouawad Co-guardian Fred Mouawad.
Read moreHeart of Gold - A Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond Painting By Reena Ahluwalia
It’s that heart of gold, and stardust soul that make you beautiful!
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. Isn't a heart of gold the best treasure of all? Capturing the warm glow of sun rays, 'Heart of Gold' is my yellow heart-shaped diamond painting, one of three heart-shaped diamond painting from the Diamond Portrait Series. I went ahead and added real natural diamond dust with paint in the painting, the diamond dust sparkles when it catches light.
The most romantic of all diamonds, heart-shaped diamonds are often referred to as an extremely popular fancy cut and the ultimate representation of love. I love working with heart-shaped diamonds for my jewelry creations. So much so that I wrote about most Famous Heart-Shaped Diamonds in history.
Here are a few images of the painting and process...
'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond
36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Close-up detail of the 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
When you shine, the world shines with you! In progress, 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Be the light in someone's life! In progress, 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
It’s that heart of gold, and stardust soul that make you beautiful! Making of the 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Unlocking the heart of gold, one brush stroke at a time! Making of the 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Let's follow our heart, it leads to our dreams! 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Setting heart on fire, one facet at a time! Progress of 'Heart of Gold' - Portrait of a Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond. 36 x 36 inches. Natural Diamond Dust and Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Real diamond dust, a signature of Reena Ahluwalia paintings. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Reena Ahluwalia with her trio of diamond paintings. To see the other paintings of this series, please check out the 'Diamond Portrait Series' by Reena.
The Portal of Decisions - A Painting by Reena Ahluwalia
The Portal of Decisions. 60 x 48 inches (5 x 4 feet). Acrylic on Canvas. Painting by ©Reena Ahluwalia
The biggest adventure we can take is to live the life of our dreams. Come and experience the Portal of Decisions...
Read moreThe Portal of Empowerment - A Painting By Reena Ahluwalia | Art Miami 2015
The Portal of Empowerment. 60 x 72 inches (6 x 5 feet). Acrylic on Canvas. Diamond Painting by ©Reena Ahluwalia.
My diamond painting "The Portal of Empowerment" pays tribute to women. There is a woman at the beginning of all great things. She has the power to empower and elevate humanity...
Read moreThe Portal of Eternity - A Painting By Reena Ahluwalia
The Portal of Eternity. 48 x 60 inches. Painting on canvas by artist Reena Ahluwalia
My diamond painting "The Portal of Eternity" pays tribute to the epic Asscher cut diamond, a cut of royalty...
Read moreThe Portal of Temptations - A painting by Reena Ahluwalia
The Portal of Temptations. 30 x 40 inches. Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
It is unescapable if you are human. Temptation, that is...The Portal of Temptations Diamond Painting by Reena Ahluwalia.
Read moreThe Portal of Mystery - a painting by Reena Ahluwalia
The Portal of Mystery
30"x30". Acrylic on Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Life is a beautiful mystery! In my green diamond painting, "The Portal of Mystery", I explore the concept of mystery...
Read moreThe Portal of Dreams - a painting by Reena Ahluwalia
The Portal of Dreams
18"x24". Acrylic on Belgian Linen Canvas. ©Reena Ahluwalia
Dreams, are they coloured? Do they exist within the portals of our soul? What if we didn't have the capacity to dream, what would humanity be like...Portal of Dreams - a painting by Reena.
Read moreReena Ahluwalia recognized as Top 25 "Masters of Jewellery Design in Canada"
Book Cover. Masters of Jewellery Design in Canada. Vol. 2: Contemporary Artists by author Cora Golden.
"It's a great privilege to be recognized as a Master Canadian Jewellery Designer. I am delighted at this recognition of my ongoing journey of creating meaningful jewelry with narratives that promote socially-conscious values."
-- Reena Ahluwalia
November, 2013. Toronto — The first-ever books about fine jewellery in Canada highlight a talented group of designers who have won every major international award, and have earned prestigious jewellery commissions from people ranging from Pope John II to Uma Thurman. The two-volume, 50-year retrospective on jewellery in Canada was written and produced by Cora Golden, who also co-authored the award-winning book, Design in Canada. Produced in collaboration with Birks, Masters of Jewellery Design in Canada (Volume 1 and 2) include over 450 photographs of rarely seen Canadian-designed jewellery. Together, they provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the makers of the most beautiful objects in the world.
Volume 1: Post-War Pioneers profiles 25 early designers and ateliers.
Volume 2: Contemporary Artists features 25 current designers; many of whom were trained or influenced by the previous generation. Worldly and peripatetic, John de Jong caters to upscale clients across Europe and North America; while Reena Ahluwalia, also of Toronto, often uses Canadian diamonds in her extravagant creations.
Masters of Jewellery Design in Canada (Volume 1 and Volume 2) are now available on Apple iTunes for purchase. Don't forget to get your copy!
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Author Cora Golden: http://www.goldene-books.com/
Designer Reena Ahluwalia. Excerpt from Masters of Jewellery Design in Canada. Vol. 2.
5 Attributes of a Good Designer
Just like no two diamonds or fingerprints are alike, no two designers are the same. Alongside creativity and originality, what else makes a good designer?
Take a look at Reena Ahluwalia's 5 Attributes of a Good Designer!
Image: ©Reena Ahluwalia's 5 Attributes of a Good Designer.