Kismet
Do you believe in Kismet?
Artwork and original poem by Kieran Gonsalves (c) 2025. The title and poem were inspired by an unexpected request today.
There are times when you stop and wonder, is this kismet or just chance?
The odds of something happening as it did, seem too long at first glance
Take today’s artwork, for instance, ‘twas something about the ambience
The setting sun slowly fading into the dusk, gives a sense of impermanence
Cranes, by contrast, are universal symbols of transcendence and longevity
This paradox introduces a subtle tension, a brief pause for a moment of levity
Just as I was doing the final brushstrokes, a friend unexpectedly dropped by excited
‘Can you please paint me this crane?’, she asked. ‘Done, ’ said I, sounding foresighted
She looked at my painting in disbelief, ‘But .. how did you know?’, she blurted
‘I didn't. But I think we both can chalk it down to Kismet', I quietly asserted
Footnote: Here is the painting on sale at a local home furnishing store, that got my friend all excited
My friend was thrilled with my gift to her. Talk about Kismet.
Comments
You MUST frame these . Surely your best work so far . I knew what they were without even needing your explanation.
Truly amazing. Love your progress my dear brother. (Whatsapp comment from my dearest sister Rohini)
A few days ago, a new parishioner asked me about two panels. Only them did it occur to me that there were 7 panels each depicting a sacrament
That inspired me to create my own set. Something I hadn’t done before
It was a very fun experience drawing with an intent to show the main symbolism yet remain true to Catholic teaching
I say this in all humility- the sketches came together unexpectedly well in terms of artistic expression and esthetics. This could only be through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit
I was spurred to paint all 7 concurrently, something I hadn’t done or experienced before - this ensured the paint was consistent across all seven
And the cherry on top of the cake was to complete it in 3 days on the Feast of the Assumption of our BVM. Feeling blessed - Kieran
Christian theology says it’s God’s will through the works of the Holy Spirit for the common good
In today’s events, I was happy to gift my friend the painting, which thrilled her and brought me joy to see her smile. As you know, I give my paintings to friends. So a definite win-win by something I had no influence over
- Kieran