For any enquiries please email kamlikachandla@gmail.com
For any enquiries please email kamlikachandla@gmail.com
A short documentary about Kamlika's journey of art and her perspective about the field...
Kamlika (1981) is predominantly a self-taught realist painter, sculptor and poetess.. Her pursuit or passion has not just been to capture and paint beauty but to also evoke interest and contemplation regarding the varied notions of beauty. For Kamlika, 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 and paints 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 they are manifested in expression and disposition. Her attempt is to make this world a slightly prettier place, one painting at a time, 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 'free-spirit' or expressive art, following instinct and natural flow instead of any 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 Richard Schmid, she spent significant time exploring the magic of the limited palette and studying with master painters. From there, she apprenticed with Mark Carder in Austin, Texas (who has painted US presidents and other dignitaries). In the last few years Kamlika has personally trained with top artists in USA and Italy and continues to follow her muse and spirit in her own 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 Juliette Aristides, Sadie Valerie Jenigan, Adrian Gotlieb, Jura Bedic, Stephen Bauman and Cornelia Hernes. 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 portraits and intricate compositions. She enjoys teaching art, and working on commissions for her collectors across the globe. She has also been a judge and mentor for emerging artists.
For more information visit www.kamlikachandla.com . In 2020, she founded The Limited Palette, a Gallery & Atelier to promote and cultivate the tradition of finest art education and representation. *Click under the image or the link below to listen to her podcast. https://ten7.com/podcast/episode/kamlika-chandla-journey-creativity-and-connection#
Testimonials & Reviews for Kamlika Chandla
Our family took private painting and drawing lessons for 2 years from Dr Kamlika Chandla. We found the experience most rewarding as Kamlika shared with us her immense knowledge in a way that was professional, systematic, detailed, analytical, but also warm, and personalized to our individual needs, interests, talents and pace. As a result our abilities increased exponentially and our joy of the arts was renewed in a profound way. In the past I had taken classes from famous places and my wife has a college degree in a design field. Kamlika's instruction far surpassed what we had learned before and made a huge positive difference to our art journey. We recommend her with the highest possible enthusiasm!!!
The Aliferis family (Constantin, Alla, Magda)
Art Collector & Learner
Minneapolis, MN.
“Kamlika Chandla is talented in so many ways. I’ve been so fortunate to watch her progress from her bright undergraduate years to now, when she is a successful artist of paints, sculpture, and more. We are lucky enough to have two of her beautiful paintings, both absolutely accurate portraits of our beloved cats. I’m sure this is not the end of our Chandla collection!”
Bette Bottoms and Gary Raney
Art Collector
Chicago, South Carolina
Our daughter loves learning from Mrs. Kamlika! The technique and pencil mastery she has developed is very unique for her age. Mrs. Kamlika is so patient and thoughtful and fun! Our daughter is so excited each time she has the opportunity to work with Mrs. Kamlika.
Ashton Grudnowski
Art Learner
Costa Rica.
I love your painting of me at my son’s wedding, i get many compliments as it depicts the emotional humanness in that moment and joy of that day! thank you! you have a very specific talent that creates a real life moment in people’s life
Shirley, St. Peters
Art Collector
Sacramento, CA.
Kamlika knows so much about art history and techniques of different artists. It's great to go through an art museum with her! She also painted a beautiful portrait of our beloved cat, Callie. Kamlika has consistently throughout the years taken master classes in portrait painting and is committed to learning in pursuit of excellence.
Chris Patterson
Art Collector
Chicago, IL
I was looking for a unique end of the year gift for my esteemed clients and Kamlika created such a fine master copy of the Van Gogh Sunflowers. It was a beautiful piece of art and my clients were very pleased to receive them. I would do it again.
Geetu Sharma
Art Collector
AlphasFuture LLC
Edina, MN
Kamlika Chandla is a friend to many, but none quite so much as to the world of expressive art. In words, in form, color, and canvas, Kamlika captures the essence of being human in a world of diverse beauty. A small commission, a painting of a loved one, graces my home. With eyes that speak to mine, and a familiar subtle smile, her work lives with me in perpetuity and gratitude.
Lonna Bloedau
Art Collector
Sacramento, CA.