Art has always been my quiet adventure. Growing up in India, creativity was woven into everyday life—through vibrant handwoven silk sarees, intricate temple sculptures, and painted ceilings that told stories without words. I was endlessly fascinated. As a child, I spent hours lost in colours, copying illustrations from storybooks and newspapers, simply for the joy of it.

I began as a curious, self-taught artist, learning by observing, experimenting, and trusting my instinct. Though I never followed a formal art education, life became my classroom. Along the way, I was fortunate to learn from generous mentors and master artists during my travels across the world. Each experience left its mark, shaping my artistic voice. Today, my work is a joyful patchwork of these influences—impressionistic in spirit, rich in colour, and rooted in the beauty of everyday life.

A defining moment in my journey came when I met inspiring women artists who encouraged me to step into my confidence and claim my space as an artist. Since 2011, I’ve exhibited in juried shows across India and the USA. In 2023, I reached a cherished milestone with my first solo exhibition at the iconic Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai.

My own introduction to Zentangle happened during a challenging phase of life while living in the USA—with two young children, little support, and a longing to stay connected to my creative self. A single four-hour Zentangle workshop changed everything. The simplicity, calm, and joy of the process gave me instant clarity, confidence, and a deep sense of Zen. I was completely captivated—and I’ve been tangling ever since.

In 2011, I became India’s first Certified Zentangle Teacher. Since then, I’ve taught thousands of enthusiastic students through community colleges, art associations, schools, private sessions, group classes, international online workshops, and corporate programs. I regularly work with organizations such as Texas Instruments, Wipro, Danfoss, Target, Marico, Kotak Mahindra, and Asian Paints, introducing Zentangle as a powerful tool for focus, stress relief, and creative well-being.

In April 2020, during the global pandemic, I began sharing Zentangle Mini Projects on social media from my home. These simple, accessible projects brought comfort and joy to people worldwide—and inspired many to ask for deeper learning. This led me to design structured online courses that help students refine techniques, build confidence, and grow steadily in their practice.