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VISUALISING THE BLUES

I created this artwork for the Poster Campaign hosted by PaintYour Blues. The artwork borders upon self-care, self compassion and self support. It was created during the lockdown period of the Covid-19 crisis, when mental health issues due to increased isolation had shot up considerably. While creating the artwork, I spent time introspecting and writing down all the questions that we usually don’t ask (out aloud), especially ones dealing with guilt, self worth and insecurity. Both the visuals and the text in the posters were hand drawn to create a feeling of intimacy and oneness with the viewer.

Client: PaintYourBlues in collaboration with Suicide Prevention India Foundation, Bangalore
Year: 2020

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“Admitting that our mental health is slipping and not allowing us to even perform simple tasks is tough. Ruchi’s art pierces through these everyday dilemmas and presents them as compelling images that show that it’s okay to not be okay, and to be open to talking about it. The visuals beautifully bring to life her introspective way of working by representing her thoughts as stars, dark clouds, rain, and a spigot, communicating that unmasking our minds is all right.”

Nelson Vinod Moses [Founder, Suicide Prevention India Foundation]

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