‘How the Akanksha Children found their Colours’… is about the Akanksha schools and the journey we’ve been on, where we’re still finding out what it’s going to take, to set our children up for life… an empowered life…
The Art Box
A glimpse of The Art Box through our eyes.
’Nature and colour make our world special. The smallest things in nature are full of beauty. The world is connected and unique.’
Samarth and Sai, 14 year old Akanksha students
‘I think Cheetahs are fascinating and awe-inspiring creatures. They are also seen as somewhat shy, like me, avoiding conflict and prioritizing speed over strength. I find them visually striking and memorable and I draw them from my imagination.’
Sanskruti, 15 year old Akanksha student
‘There is so much to do.’
Drishti, 8 year old Akanksha student
‘I could connect this glacier to my life. Sometimes, when we face problems and no one supports us, we feel like giving up. In the same way, in this painting, the ice has no support to stay in one place, so it begins to melt and turns into water.’
Vahida, 12 year old Akanksha student
‘Plastic in our oceans is endangering turtles and other marine life. They get entangled or accidentally eat the plastic. We have to save our turtles.’
Risha, 12 year old Akanksha student
‘Turtle shells have a nice pattern.’
Kavya, 9 year old Akanksha student
‘I feel sad knowing that our actions are part of the reason turtles are becoming fewer in number. From the turtle, I learn to be calm, strong, and to keep going—even if progress is slow. I want to be like a turtle: peaceful but powerful in my own way.’
Vishal, 11 year old Akanksha student