Today, I completed the first painting in my new series, View from Above. It has been a while since I last finished a painting. The pause was longer […]
16 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for completing 3 backgrounds for my new View From Above series
Today, I spent time working on the backgrounds for my View from Above series. No main subjects yet. No focal point to anchor the eye. Just layers, slowly […]
15 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for a Reunion with a Classmate
Today, I feel grateful for a meaningful reunion. I met up with a JC classmate whom I had not seen for many years. We were close back then, […]
14 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for Finding Light Through Practice
Today, I feel grateful for my yoga practice. I went into class carrying a heaviness. The kind that has been building quietly over time. Watching the world, seeing […]
Insider Peek 6: Making Sense of Darkness as an Artist
Danielle reflects on darkness, silence, conscience and why creating gentleness can still be a quiet form of resistance in troubled times.
13 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for Smart Co-founders in our Startup
Gratitude: Building Together Today, I feel deeply grateful for my business partners. Behind every idea that begins to take shape, there are countless hours of unseen work. Late […]
12 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for A Slow Morning with Prata
Today, I am grateful for a simple, comforting indulgence. A slow breakfast of prata with curry. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, dipped into warm, flavourful […]
11 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for Time with Good Friends
Today, I feel grateful for something simple yet deeply meaningful. Making time to have lunch and coffee with my besties, S and S. In the midst of our […]
10 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for A Step Forward in Health
Today, I feel grateful for something I used to take for granted – my health. I recently completed my health checks, and while not everything is perfect, there […]
9 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for Preparations for our Upcoming Exhibitions in December 2026
Today, I feel grateful for the opportunity to come together with fellow artists as we begin planning for our upcoming exhibition in December 2026. There is a quiet […]
8 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for A Fragile Pause, A Hope for Peace
Today, I feel a quiet sense of relief. The war in Iran has temporarily paused. Even if only for a short while, it feels like a breath the […]
7 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for A Little Joy in Soft Pink
Today, I felt a simple kind of happiness. I finally received my new pair of ballet sneakers. A beautiful cross between a sneaker and a ballet flat, in […]
Insider Peek 5: Little Critters’ Daydream – A World Without Noise
Danielle shares the story behind Little Critters’ Daydream, a gentle painting series about softness, peace and finding calm in a noisy world.
6 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for A Quiet Moment After Yoga
Today, I am grateful for something simple, yet deeply nourishing. After yoga class, I took some time to sit alone at a café. No rush, no agenda, just […]
5 Apr 2026 – Gratitude: Christ Has Risen
Today, my heart feels lighter. Christ has risen. After the heaviness of Good Friday, today brings a quiet but powerful reminder. Darkness is not the end. Suffering is […]
4 Apr 2026 – Gratitude for Learning Patra Pinda Sweda and Pichu in Ayurveda
Today, I feel deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn and experience Patra Pinda Sweda (PPS) and Pichu in Ayurveda. Moving beyond theory into hands on practice made […]
3 Apr 2026 – Grateful for Good Friday Reflection
This Good Friday, I find myself sitting with a mix of gratitude, reflection, and honesty. For a long time, I have felt skeptical about the church, not faith […]
2 Apr 2026 – Grateful for the Opening of the Splendour of Clementi Artists Exhibition
am deeply grateful to be part of the Splendour of Clementi Artists Art Exhibition, held at the beautiful and historical The Arts House. There is something truly special […]
1 Apr 2026 – Grateful for the Opportunity and Dedication Behind the Exhibition
Today I feel grateful to the organisers of the Clementi Artists Exhibition for bringing this event to life. Organising an exhibition is never easy. It takes time, effort, […]
Insider Peek 4: Whiskers and Wonders: Love, Loss, and the Quiet Lives of Cats
Danielle shares the personal story behind Whiskers and Wonders, inspired by Oreo, Bobby, love, grief and the quiet emotional lives of cats.
31 Mar 2026 – Grateful for Guidance and Support on My Yoga Instructor Course Journey
Today I feel deeply grateful for the guidance and support I received from Master Ram as he helped me review my final report for my YIC certification. Reaching […]
30 Mar 2026 – Grateful for Care, Healing, and Support
Today I feel deeply grateful for the care and support I received when I experienced a sudden backache. It came on unexpectedly, and there was a moment of […]
29 Mar 2026 – Grateful for Time to Create
Today I feel deeply grateful for the time and space to paint. After a period of stepping away, returning to the canvas feels both grounding and renewing. There […]
28 Mar 2026 – Grateful for Learning how to relieve sinus issues with Ayurveda
Today I feel grateful for the opportunity to learn how to care for my body in a deeper and more natural way. Through my yoga therapy and Ayurveda […]
27 Mar 2026 – Grateful for Bobby and his Silly Antics
Today I feel especially grateful for my sweet ginger cat, Bobby. He is by my side every day, a quiet and constant presence that brings so much warmth […]