Sangeeta SansArt

Art has given me an identity, a voice, an opportunity to connect with people.

With Masters in Information Systems, I’ve worked for several major software companies in UK and India. When we moved to London in 2012, my career took a sidestep as I decided to be a full-time mum which fortuitously lead to my art career. I am a self-taught artist inspired by nature which is abundant in West London. I practice yoga and feel painting is meditative and healing. My vision is to create more awareness about the therapeutic benefits of art through my workshops. Art helps you relax by lowering levels of cortisol, improves observation, productivity, self-esteem. It is a great tool to boost mental wellbeing.

I am from Hyderabad, South India, where the sun shines all year round. My colours are inspired by the bright saris worn by women with bindis, bangles and flowers in their hair. Spring and autumn are my favourite seasons in the UK for the splendid display of colours. My paintings are a celebration of light and colours: amalgamating the past with the present.

My interest in art developed after attending a ‘en plein air’ watercolour class several years back in Pune, India.

My approach and style have been evolving over time. I emphasis on the process rather than the result which allows for freedom of expression. This is evident in the abstraction of my recent works where energetic and bold colours draw you in to the subject matter. This year at BEAT you will see my Haathi (elephant) Parade series along with florals and new abstracts executed on paper and canvas using acrylics.

Hope my story inspires you to pick up a paint brush. Enquiries for Art Workshops/Art for Wellbeing for individuals and groups are welcome.