Dr. Abirami Vivek – Managing Editor - Notes From The Managing Editor

Art as Reflection, Film as Expression, Culture and Tourism as Connection, Psychology as Interpretation.

Art and film have always been more than just creative expressions; they are mirrors reflecting our collective emotions, subconscious thoughts, and societal transformations. Culture and tourism, too, play a vital role in shaping these narratives, preserving traditions, and offering new perspectives. In this issue of The Atelier, we explore the relationship between creativity, psychology, culture, and human experience—how art heals, how films provoke, how psychology shapes our interpretation of both, and how cultural journeys influence artistic expression.

From examining the therapeutic impact of colours and textures in art therapy to uncovering the subconscious layers of storytelling in cinema, this edition invites you to see beyond the surface. We bring you conversations with filmmakers who use the lens to challenge perceptions, artists who redefine identity through their work, and psychologists who decode the emotions embedded in creative expression. We also showcase the interplay of textile design, fashion, architecture, poetry and literature – each one is a powerful medium of storytelling and identity. Additionally, we feature both renowned and emerging artists across various disciplines, ensuring a platform for creative voices from all segments of the art world.

This issue includes thought-provoking contributions from Lisa Russell on AI, Art, and Advocacy,

Mihir’s Bandeep’s Eye on Maha Kumbh, Suzana on Luxury Fashion, Shannon on Living an authentic Life, and Dr. Edwin on The Neuroscience of Creativity, alongside the works of unseen artist Suganeswaran and emerging talents Manokar, Janavi, and Varsha.

We also take you through the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the world’s largest spiritual gathering,

exploring its cultural, artistic, and psychological significance.

In an era where life moves at an unrelenting pace, art, film, and cultural exploration remain anchors that help us pause, reflect, and feel. Whether you are an artist, a cinephile, a psychologist, a designer, an architect, a poet, a traveller, or simply a seeker of meaning, we hope these pages ignite thought, emotion, and inspiration.

Welcome to The Atelier. Let us create, reflect, and connect.