About

Kamlika Chandla
Painter, sculptor, poet and philanthropist.

For Kamlika Chandla, beauty lies in diversity – be it in the expanse of subject matter, objects, people, color of the skin, the organic human form or nature itself. She studies, paints, and sculpts her subjects with sincerity, letting her heart and soul take the lead in the creative expression.

She has remained fascinated by the plethora of human emotions and the myriad ways in which they are portrayed through expression and disposition. Her attempt is to make this world an aesthetically elevated place, hoping that each piece she creates adds meaning and value for the recipient. Although Kamlika usually paints/draws/sculpts using the traditional classical techniques of the atelier tradition, she often engages in what she interprets as 'spiritually-led' or expressive/symbolic art, following instinct and natural flow instead of limiting herself within the confines of a particular technique.

She has ‘successfully’ been able to create both highly realistic and abstract paintings because of this pursuit and ideology. She ensures a special bond with her collectors across the world by carefully engaging with them through the process and completion. She thoroughly enjoys this process of creative exploration and manifestation and feels blessed to be on this joyous and satiating journey. The meditative engagement in the process of the creation of art is as or more important than the final output for Kamlika. She feels that her personal philosophy and sincerity have been the true torch-bearers for her continued learning and growth.

Kamlika has been painting for 3 decades now, however she started her formal tete-e-tete with art in 2011 at the historical Palette & Chisel Academy of Art, in Chicago, Illinois. After understanding the principles of the classical tradition and master painters such as Zorn, Sorolla, Sargent, and current day legend (now late) Richard Schmid, she spent significant time exploring the magic of the limited palette and studying with master painters.

In the early years, Kamlika has trained with top artists in USA and Italy and continues to follow her muse and spirit in her private studio in Minneapolis (Edina, MN). Over this period of time, Kamlika has engaged in tremendous research and practice, exploring her own ‘natural’ style and inclination. However, the journey of learning with and from the best around the world, has opened up a broad and rich horizon for her. Some of her masters/mentors include Adrian Gottlieb, Jura Bedic, Stephen Bauman, Cornelia Hernes, Juliette Aristides, Sadie Valerie Jernigan, Erik Arnesen and Jim Shoop. She considers her style to be realistic yet exploratory, unhinged by the bounds of tradition, hence making it unique and personal.

Kamlika is known for her evocative poems, portraits and intricate compositions. She enjoys teaching art, and working on commissions for her collectors across the globe. She is a proud mentor for emerging artists and students who are/have successfully paved their way into the art world across nations. She enjoys speaking at public forums on creativity and entrepreneurship and inspiring others to take on the road less traveled. She is a mentor to many!

In 2020, Chandla founded The Limited Palette, a gallery & atelier to promote and cultivate the tradition of fine art education and representation. She also contributes generously through her philanthropic organization D.O.B (Doing Our Bit - formerly known as Musart) and collaborates with Master Artists to support and promote their work. She houses a fine collection of Master Works of living legends of our time. At heart, she is most passionate about teaching and inspiring the youth. Her new art gallery is located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota!