Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) inaugurated a three-day art exhibition titled ‘Colour Rhymes’ on Thursday at its La Galerie in Dhanmondi, showcasing the imagination, innocence, and wonder of childhood through the expressive works of young artists.

Organised by Painting Workshop–Dhanmondi and coordinated by artist Sarah Jabin, the exhibition features a vibrant collection of paintings created by children.

The event aims to nurture their creative expression while inviting audiences to step into the unique world of their dreams and reflections.

Each artwork is accompanied by the child artist’s own description, providing a direct glimpse into their thoughts. In one such piece, 'Dancing with the Rain', a young participant wrote, “I jump in puddles and the rain claps for me,” turning a rainy day into a joyful symphony.

Another painting, 'Ice Cream Sadness', reflects a moment of disappointment with the words:

“I request my father to give me an ice cream. He replied that I will catch a cold and that’s why he didn’t buy me ice cream.”

Playful imagination also shone through works like 'Mina and Raju', with the observation “Mina’s mango is little, Raju’s mango is bigger,” while the painting 'Queen' carried confidence and creativity, stating, “In every country there is a queen. Queens wear beautiful dresses and jewelry. Queens have pretty crowns on their heads. I am the queen.”

The exhibition transformed the gallery into a space where visitors could rediscover the joys, sorrows and limitless creativity of childhood.

The honesty of the children’s voices, paired with their expressive use of colors, offered audiences a refreshing perspective on the world.

'Colour Rhymes' will remain open to visitors from September 4 to 6 between 3 pm and 9 pm at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka.