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# Madhu Kumar

Sharing stories, one canvas at a time...

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- [Home](https://madhukumar.ca/)
- [Portfolio](https://madhukumar.ca/portfolio/) - Portfolio
- [Press](https://madhukumar.ca/press/) - Press June 28, 2019 With huge portraits and augmented reality, Madhu Kumar brings you the real voices of immigrant womenRegina artist Madhu Kumar is no stranger to the many difficulties that are part and parcel of the experience of being an immigrant woman to Canada. She herself emigrated from India to Toronto in 2001, and
- [Tawatina](https://madhukumar.ca/tawatina/) - Tawatina Canadian Métis artist David Garneau is the commissioned artist for Edmonton’s Tawatinâ Bridge. The bridge will link the south side and downtown portions of the Valley Line LRT. The artwork will consist of more than 400 individually shaped DIBOND (two sheets of aluminum with a plastic core) panels installed on the ceiling of the
- [Stories of Immigrant Women](https://madhukumar.ca/stories-of-immigrant-women/) - Stories of Immigrant Women My art is a reflection of the immigrant journey, particularly that of women who leave behind familiar worlds to step into the unknown. As an immigrant myself, I deeply understand the complexities of adapting to a new environment, navigating unfamiliar cultures, and enduring the ache of separation from family and community.
- [Horses](https://madhukumar.ca/horses/) - Horses “Off Duty” My father served in the Indian Army, so I grew up in a military environment, and around horses. The horses represented in these paintings are part of the Indian Army. They participate in dressage, show jumping, and polo matches internationally. My brother has followed in my father’s footsteps; he commands an army
- [Resume](https://madhukumar.ca/resume/) - ART CURRICULUM VITAE - Madhu Kumar Education 2017 — Bachelor of Fine Arts, University of Regina (Great Distinction) 1986 — Bachelor of Education, India 1984 — Bachelor of Arts, India Exhibitions Selected Solo: 2023 — The Resilient Gaze: Celebrating Immigrant Women’s Choices and Stories, Riverdale Hub Gallery, Toronto. 2020–2023 — The Stories of Immigrant Women,
- [About](https://madhukumar.ca/about/) - Biography of Madhu KumarMadhu Kumar is a Canadian artist whose work uses the power of art and storytelling to connect, empower, and give voice to immigrant women. Working in painting and digital media, Kumar’s practice creates respectful, immersive spaces where personal migration stories unfold through large-scale portraits, text, audio, and augmented reality. Born in India,
- [Amira's Energy World](https://madhukumar.ca/amiras-energy-world/) - Amria's Energy World "Stay simple be who you are and be proud off your self! The whole life is a lesson …Believe in life and stay positive as much as you can with enough patience thinks will get always better!" I came to Regina in 1995 from Bileca, Bosnia that’s right along the border of
- [Tough Life](https://madhukumar.ca/tough-life/) - Tough Life "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced” - Maya Angelou. I came to Canada with my husband, Dr. Krishan Kumar. He moved to Canada to take his training for Neurosurgery so he could qualify to become a Neurosurgeon. We came to
- [A Small Girl with Big Dreams](https://madhukumar.ca/big-dreams/) - A Small Girl with Big Dreams "Exercise or dance while thinking about the things you love the most. Dreaming is important, keep dreaming. Trust your self. Work hard." I came to Canada in March 2011 with my two kids and I've been here for 5 years and 8 months now. I was living in Iran
- [“My Journey to Canada” from Guyana](https://madhukumar.ca/my-journey-to-canada/) - “My Journey to Canada” from Guyana “Being a single mother and an immigrant to Canada, I didn’t give up and always tried to stay positive. That’s my advice to you, the days may be hard and you might feel like giving up but keep working hard and see the good at the end of the
- [Hope](https://madhukumar.ca/hope/) - Hope "Just do what you can to live in peace, to save a soul from death as if you saved the whole world." I came to Canada as a refugee. I used to work as a high school English teacher in Homs, Syria. I was forced to leave my home because of the war and
- [A story of desperation, defeats and triumph](https://madhukumar.ca/triumph/) - A story of desperation, defeats and triumph "I would like to extend my gratitude to Madhu Kumar for the work that she has done. Madhu’s ability to capture, and bring to life the heart of my story through this painting is astounding. Her work has truly brought me joy, my heart has smiled from the
- [Speaking up my journey](https://madhukumar.ca/speaking-up-my-journey/) - Speaking up my journey "Dark time comes and it can feel like there is no light. Keeping a strong face trying to fight alone makes it just harder. Share, speak up. Your journey will be much more bearable and yes there is light. Never give up HOPE.." I came to Canada in 2008 after I
- [Let me be more](https://madhukumar.ca/let-me-be-more/) - Let me be more "Let me be more" is a painting from my series "The stories of immigrant women" which is in the collection of "Presidents Arts Collection", at the University of Regina. It's a story of depression and mental trauma which got ended up in an ugly divorce and became the victim of forbidden
- [Mending](https://madhukumar.ca/mending/) - Mending "Be yourself and believe and your dreams, my actions reflect my feelings, always give the best and the best will come." I came from Mexico to Canada almost 8 years ago. My husband had come before us looking for a better opportunity. It was a very difficult time for us to live in Mexico
- [Moving On](https://madhukumar.ca/moving-on/) - Moving on "I would like my story to be an inspiration to my fellow women who are going through struggle and hardship in their life right now. Keep your Faith in God. Be strong and move on. Better days are yet to come. After the storm, there is a Rainbow that symbolizes your colorful life
- [So far from home life in Canada](https://madhukumar.ca/so-far-from-home-life-in-canada/) - So far from Home life in Canada I immigrated to Canada to join my spouse in 2011. Initially, it was quite challenging, having to cope with settling down in a new country, motherhood and having a career. My new life in Canada so far, has been of faith, determination and perseverance. Previous Story Back to
- [The Daily Grind](https://madhukumar.ca/the-daily-grind/) - The Daily Grind "Embrace your heritage and use your hands and work to find purpose and happiness in foreign land." I was born in Mexico in 1986 and I grew up in Tuijana, the border town next to San Diego and California. I grew up around women and my family was composed of mostly strong
- [Walking to peace and working hard for success](https://madhukumar.ca/walking-to-peace/) - Walking to peace and working hard for success "My message to women who are immigrated or they live under oppressive life from my experience just keep going forward and shove it back any obstacles of life; then instead of failure you will be successful and happy." The reason I came to Canada is that in
- [Love, Life and Opportunities](https://madhukumar.ca/love-life-opportunities/) - Love, Life and Opportunities "Stay simple be who you are and be proud of yourself! The whole life is a lesson …Believe in life and stay positive as much as you can with enough patience things will always get better! Watching the unveiling of my portrait as I reminisced about the life of a thirteen-year-old
- [A Girl From Pakistan - A Journey of Impact Through Learning and Unlearning](https://madhukumar.ca/a-girl-from-pakistan/) - A Girl From Pakistan - A Journey of Impact Through Learning and Unlearning “As you make your way through this complex journey called ‘life’, pursue all that brings you joy, and become the person that your younger self needed the most”. Hani Rukh-E-Qamar's journey from Punjab, Pakistan to Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada in 2011 was a
- [A Piece of Me from Ecuador](https://madhukumar.ca/a-piece-of-me-from-ecuador/) - A Piece of Me from Ecuador “No matter how many times you fall down. Don’t ever give up, climb up again”. My name is Ines Garcia, I'm from Ecuador 🇪🇨 my parents brought me to Canada in 1976 and went to school to start learning English. Ever since I learned English, I have been translating
- [What is home.....? from Egypt](https://madhukumar.ca/what-is-home/) - What is home…..? from Egypt “As an immigrant woman in Canada, my advice to other women would be to focus on finding their inner strength, challenge everything, even yourself, it gives you courage; learn to unlearn, it can unlock closed doors; embrace failure, it can only make you stronger; have faith in yourself, it's all
- [“Super Hero” from Iran](https://madhukumar.ca/super-hero/) - “Super Hero” from Iran “Be brave and optimistic in the new era, believing in your ability to overcome obstacles, seek community support, and empower each other for a stronger, more inclusive future”. In the fall of 2021, I came to Toronto when the world was still grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic. It took nearly two
- ["A process of healing, focusing and rebuilding to piece myself back together.” from Germany.](https://madhukumar.ca/a-process-of-healing/) - A process of healing, focusing and rebuilding to piece myself back together.” from Germany. “I'm very happy to get this opportunity to be a part of this exhibition. Even when life is extremely hard there are always things in your life to be grateful for and look forward to. To get the best out of
- [I finally found my life from Sri Lanka](https://madhukumar.ca/i-finally-found-my-life-from-sri-lanka/) - I finally found my life from Sri Lanka “In my country I can’t do what I want. Here every human is the same, has the same status. Be patient, follow the rules, step by step you can find your life.” My name is Sandya, and I was born in the beautiful country of Sri Lanka.
- [“Resilient Rebel” from Lebanon](https://madhukumar.ca/resilient-rebel/) - “Resilient Rebel” from Lebanon “Dream it, believe it, achieve it ! You can always find a way if you want!” I have always been driven to explore the unknown, looking for unfamiliar objects, places and experiences. In 2011 I decided to pursue a childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer in my home country Lebanon.
- [“Building a Home away from Home” from Jordan](https://madhukumar.ca/building-a-home-away-from-home/) - “Building a Home away from Home” from Jordan “Stay ambitious, resilient and kind”. I was born in Toronto to a Jordanian father and a Palestinian mother. Growing up in a culturally rich household, my roots shaped my identity. I've always had a strong passion for storytelling and media, which led me on a unique journey.
- [Testimonials](https://madhukumar.ca/testimonials/) - Testimonials Legislative Building comments: There were 100 people who attended the reception. Few chosen comments from my diary: “Blessed Madhu wonderful work… by your work you are giving words to those women who always wanted to speak. Thanks to become a voice of those women.” — Aruna “Dear Ms. Kumar, Thank you for inviting

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