Sangeeta SansArt

Art has given me an identity, a voice and a way to connect both with myself and with others. With a Master’s degree in Information Systems, I am a self-taught artist and have been practising art full-time for several years. My artistic journey began with a plein air watercolour class I attended several years ago in Pune, India. I continue to learn and grow, both as an artist and as a human being.

I practise yoga and find painting deeply meditative and healing. My vision is to raise awareness of the therapeutic benefits of art. Through regular workshops, I make art accessible, particularly for adults who have not painted since school by creating a space to reconnect with our intuitive, spontaneous inner child and rediscover our creative voice.

My work is inspired by nature and my surroundings in Chiswick. Spring and autumn are my favourite seasons - a contrast to my hometown of Hyderabad in South India, where the sun shines almost all year. My colour palette is influenced by the bright saris worn by women adorned with bindis, bangles and flowers in their hair. My paintings – floral, landscapes and abstracts celebrate light and colour, amalgamating past and present.

My approach has evolved since lockdown. I now emphasise process over outcome, allowing greater freedom of expression. This shift is evident in the abstraction of my recent works, where energetic, bold colours draw the viewer in.

Enquiries for art workshops for individuals or groups are welcome. You are also warmly invited to visit my studio, set within the beautiful grounds of Chiswick House and Gardens, by emailing me. It is only when we are no longer fearful that we begin to create ― J. M. W. Turner.