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South Asian Perspective Workshop

Ages 16 +

Join us for a thought-provoking self-reflection exercise inspired by the powerful artwork of Dr. Grishma Shah, a self-taught painter who explores themes of beauty, disability, and identity. Through her experiences as a woman of color with a disability, Grishma challenges societal perceptions of womanhood and invites us to see beauty from a new perspective. This program guides patrons in reflecting on their own perceptions of beauty, the changes we experience in our bodies, and embracing both inward and outward beauty. Through activities, discussion, and introspection, Grishma aims to foster a more inclusive and empathetic community.
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Dr. Grishma Shah's art exhibit South Asian Perspectives is showcasing in the Commons at the Central branch for the month of January.

Dr. Grishma Shah is a psychologist, filmmaker and artist based in Chicago. A self-taught painter immersed in culture from her South Asian roots, Grishma pursued careers in psychology and public health while also engaging her true passion in the visual arts. With various accolades and certificates from University of Illinois, National Louis University and Harvard University, her work focuses on understanding and influencing cultural shifts through authentic storytelling. Many of her clients are located in Hollywood and work in the entertainment industry.

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