• Organized on behalf of Laurelwood Neighbourhood Association LNA as an Artist in Residence for Laurelwood

• Saturday, March 1st, 2025 from 1: 00 pm to 4:00 pm at Waterloo Public Library, John Harper Branch

• Activities: TBD

• Free event open to all the residents of Laurelwood Neighbourhood

• Beautiful Community Art at the first ever Diwali event of Downtown Kitchener organized by Sushila Goyal Group and Downtown Kitchener BIA at the Kitchener's Farmers Market.

• Around 600 people attended the event and several people contributed to the community art

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/DCF_OtWAdJ-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkiqFRAZ3-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• Organized by Kitchener Public Library and OMeghaSpark Corporation

• Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DB4OcLWRJ3G/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• EVENT:

  • • A Diwali themed Digital Art Showcase at Kitchener Public Library, during and around the Diwali celebrations on Oct 26th 2024.  FREE event/activity.

    • Even if you can't attend the Diwali event on Oct 26th at KPL, you can still submit your entries and participate in the digital art showcase.

    • Open to everyone irrespective of the country, cultural background,  ethnicity,  gender or age group. Anyone ages 4+ yrs can participate - kids, teens, adults and seniors 

• GUIDELINES

  • • THEME:  Anything related to the Indian Festival of Lights - Diwali!

    • DEADLINE: Fill this form along with uploading a digital copy/photo of your art, not later than Oct 15th.

    • Register and submit your art using this form

    • STEPS:

      • 1. Create a nice Diwali themed art piece on paper, canvas, wooden panel, digitally or any base you prefer

        2. Any art mediums can be used - oil paints, acrylics, watercolours, pencil colours, crayons, sketch pens, pencil shading, mixed media etc

        3. Take a nice and clear picture of your art piece once it's ready. 

        4. Upload the picture of your art as part of filling this form. Register and submit your art using this form. 

    • Fill a separate form for each participant. The form will allow you to upload only one art piece.

• Queries: Megha Birmiwal / 2265074216 / CreativeHead@OMeghaSpark.ca

• Organized by GRCA and OMeghaSpark Corporation

• Instagram links:

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/DAusXUtxnI7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAwNx2wRjtE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAwMbYTR43H/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• EVENT:

  • • On Saturday, Oct 5th 2024 at Conestoga Banquet Hall, 617 King St N, Waterloo

    • Reporting time: 10:30 am to 11:00 am. If your kid shows up late, we may not be able to guarantee them a spot for the activity.

    • REGISTRATION LINK:  Sit and Draw Art Showcase (limied spots, first come first serve basis) FREE event.

    • Certificates will be provided to all the registered participants. It is an Art Showcase - no competition, no winners or prizes. All the kids win!!

• SUPPLIES : 

  • • Participants need to bring their own art supplies.

    • Only the 11-15 years category is allowed to use watercolors. Rest of the categories can use pencil colors, crayons,  etc.

    • Sheets will be provided at the venue if you have registered.

• THEME:

  • • Age Group 3 to 6 years - Draw as you like

    • Age Group 7-10 Years - Nature

    • Age Group 11-15 Years - Your favorite festival

• Did live art at the Indian Food Carnival event at Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo on June 9th 2024

• Created a beautiful art amongst a crowd of 1000's of people. 

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8HadYPg0V6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8GXzoWg5mK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/C7_4G9AA6kv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• 57th KWMulticultural event on June 22nd 2024 in Kitchener

• 100's of people who attended the event contributed to the beautiful art piece - kids, adults, seniors, dog, people from different countries, cultures

• I created the beautiful, colorful and all inclusive design based on spring season, pride month, a majestic peacock and Vincent Van Gogh starry night swirls.

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8irz8rgXzX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8hjBk3gsES/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• Cultural Canvas event by the city of Woodstock on June 8th 2024 in Woodstock

• 100's of people who attended the event contributed to the beautiful art piece - kids, adults, seniors, dog, people from different countries, cultures, Mayor of Woodstock Jerry Acchione,  participants and winners of art battle. 

• I created the beautiful, colorful and all inclusive design based on spring season, pride month, a majestic peacock and Vincent Van Gogh starry night swirls.

• The art piece is currently displayed at the Woodstock Art Gallery

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8HoHo8gI0y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7_xG6Ggnep/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  •  https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8pU-FfAHdu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C79RJkWAC7e/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

• Part of Palette X Palate held at Downtown Kitchener in May 2024

• Organized by DTK Business Improvement Association

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6uuy2MgoAx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7Z6ByCukC9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7aUv1jA5lX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• Did a live art at the Indian Pavillion of Canada's Largest Multicultural event, Carassauga in Missisauga on May 26th 2024

• It inspired several people towards art, especially kids and increased awareness and exposure towards Indian Culture 

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7f5tcEAot2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7UFlRQA6YU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

• Live art at the Holi event organized by Royal City Durga Puja in Guelph in April 2024

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6_gCeCgXTl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5cZHBTgmVe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/C5RoeHMgF6g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5eipt3gVn5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

• Judge and Mentor for the art contest and exhibition  at the Holi event organized by Royal City Durga Puja in Guelph in April 2024

• Instagram reels:

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5diuDtAy5e/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5cWhjcg7Qb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5BWmNTA8Hd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

This contest is brought to you by Sushila Goyal Group in collaboration with Belmont Village Bestival, funded by OMeghaSpark Corporation. It is open to anyone who would love to create an art piece on the theme 'Summer Fun'. Art submissions can be delivered to Raja Chettinand Indian Cuisine. Be sure to visit Bestival 2023 on Saturday, September 16th 2023 where the winners will be announced and prizes handed out. 

• Reigstration form link:  https://bit.ly/SGG_BestivalArtContest2023 

• About Sushila Goyal Group: https://www.omeghaspark.ca/sushila-goyal-group/about

• About Belmont Village Bestival:  https://www.belmontvillagebestival.com/   

For more details about this art contest click https://www.omeghaspark.ca/sushila-goyal-group/art-contests/bestival-art-contest-2023 

presented by Tamil Cultural Association

Tamil Cultural Assosication conducted an art contest on the occassion of Tamil New Year in April 2023. Megha Birmiwal was the judge for the art contest and a  mentor to the TCA  Arts Committee.  There were around 70 participants and the theme of the contest was 'Tamil Culture'. Sushila Goyal Group also sponsored an award  in the honor of Megha Birmiwal's  mother Mrs Sushila Goyal.

presented by OMeghaSpark

Sushila Goyal Group conducted a community art contest for Laurelwood, Waterloo residents that was funded and supported by the City of Waterloo.  Laurelwood Public School, Abraham Erb Public School, St Nicholas Catholic School and Laurel Heights Secondary School sent out notifications to the students about this contest. Around 55 kids participated. The award ceremony was held at the Java Garden Cafe on April 1st. Several Laurelwood residents attended the event. It was a wonderful platform for the neighbours to meet and greet, and very inspirational and exciting activity for the kids to participate in.

Reigstration form link:  bit.ly/SGG_HoliArtContest2023

Click to know the winners

presented by OMeghaSpark

Sushila Goyal Group conducted an art contest at the Diwali Event held on Oct 29th, 2022 at Country Hills Community  Centre. Around 50 kids of different age groups participated. The theme of the contest was Diwali. Winners were awared with certificates of achievement, and Michaels Art Store gift certificate in Rajasthani bandhej print envelopes by Megha Birmiwal, the founder President of Sushila Goyal Group

Reigstration form link:  https://forms.gle/4TnvqPKrp4ZV2uyb9