Visual diaries of resistance, identity, and feminine strength
Rekha Rodwittiya, born in 1958 in Bangalore, is one of India’s most significant contemporary artists whose work boldly explores themes of identity, gender, and personal histories. A graduate of MS University, Baroda, and later trained at the Royal College of Art, London, Rekha’s artistic voice is rooted in strong feminist thought and social commentary. Her large-scale figurative works are deeply symbolic—drawing from mythology, ritual, politics, and personal memory.
Her protagonists are often powerful female figures, commanding presence through posture, gesture, and gaze. These characters are not passive subjects but active storytellers—carrying with them layers of cultural resistance and internal strength.
Rekha’s canvases combine rich storytelling with a meditative visual rhythm. Over the years, her work has resonated with audiences worldwide for its emotional depth and intellectual clarity.
She chose to be featured at Chandigarh Art Gallery for its curatorial dedication to meaningful voices in Indian contemporary art. The space’s inclusive philosophy and platform for dialogue between artist and viewer are strongly aligned with her vision to share narratives that challenge, nurture, and inspire.