About Artist

Her paintings have been appreciated world-wide for their captivating portrayal of the innermost feelings of angst and sufferings of women’s pained hearts, yet filled with love and devotion to humankind. A large part of her artistic creations are endowed with a compelling social message such as crime against women, sexual harassment, infanticide and child abuse, substance abuse, especially smoking campaigns, environment preservation and campaign against wars. Swarnalatha stands as a sterling example of a sensitive artist who effectively combines her philanthropic fervour and ingenuity on canvas, executing her responsibility as a socially conscious and patriotic citizen. Her unique human images with classic features capture the intrinsic human reactions to diverse stimuli in a society undergoing rapid transition.

Swarnalatha’s paintings bring alive techniques and images of India’s rich cultural heritage, which form the backdrop of her themes. A riot of colours and images of celestial birds and animals as well as inspiration drawn from Indian epics and priceless ancient Indian literature add richness to her unique creations of contorted figurines and figures that convey the message she chooses to deliver, lending a rare beauty to her canvas

Solo Shows

Vinyasa Art Gallery

Chennai

1999

Lalit kala Academy

Chennai

2000

Chola Art Gallery

Chennai

2001

India Habitat Centre

New Delhi

2013

Lalit kala Academy

Chennai

2014

Cholamandal Art Gallery

Chennai

2015