Daughters from single-parent households paint heartfelt batik portraits as gifts for Mothers Day, reflecting their love and appreciation for their mothers.
Bonding over art: Jyvani showing her mother the batik portrait of them that she painted as a gift. — LEONG WAI YEE/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: Their mothers once rocked the cradle, now these daughters are crafting heartfelt gifts by hand in tribute to Mothers Day .
Property manager Vanitha Vadivelu said she decided to paint a batik portrait for her mother, Kannagy Palanisamy, 76. The artwork may not have been flawless but Vanitha said its imperfections made it even more personal as it was a reflection of life, family and unconditional love.
“This is my first time trying batik painting. It may not be perfect, but that is what makes it meaningful.
“Life itself is not perfect, yet the love between a mother and child remains beautiful,” said Vanitha, 45, when met at an event yesterday. She said she was also glad to be able to paint alongside her children, saying that this made the experience even more truly special. As a single mother raising three children, Dhanvyn Devindran, 16; Jyvani Devindran, 14; and Dakshan Devindran, 11, Vanitha said her own mother has long been the pillar of strength in their family.
“We may have our disagreements sometimes, but she is still my best friend and the person I turn to whenever life becomes difficult,” she said. For her daughter Jyvani, the batik painting experience was much more than simply completing a piece of art.
“It felt priceless because we were spending time together and creating something meaningful for grandma and mum. “I was happy that I managed to complete the batik painting within two hours, but what mattered most was doing it together as a family,” she said. Instead of the usual outing or meal with her mother, Molly Heng, she chose to create something with her own hands.
“Usually, I would just take my mother out for a meal or a walk, but this feels more personal and memorable. “I believe gifts made from the heart stay with mothers far longer because they show emotions and effort,” she said. “Mothers Day reminds us not to take our mothers for granted. “It is not about how expensive the gift is, but whether our mothers feel appreciated, remembered and loved,” she added.
Batik Boutique staff member Hanim Nordin said the organiser hoped to continue inspiring family bonding through art, with a similar programme already being planned for Fathers Day next month. TMJ to receive Sports Leadership Icon Award at SAM-100PLUS Awards
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