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Smitha G S, a self-taught artist from the Malabar region of Kozhikode in Kerala, a southern state of India. She is infl uenced by childhood memories brimming with nature's melodies. Her pieces emphasize animals and the intricate beauty of nature, often sidelining human forms. Yet, as her style evolved during the 2010s, Smitha's artworks began resonating with societal themes, such as Kerala's Nipah outbreak, juxtaposing human vulnerabilities with the unpredictable realm of animals. The COVID-19 lockdown marked a transformative phase, inspiring her to create a universe of happiness within the boundaries of her home. While her initial pieces celebrated the animal world, her post-COVID creations started to weave in human fi gures, emphasizing the performing arts and rituals of Malabar, and their relation with nature.
Smitha’s works were featured in the "Lokame Tharavadu" (The World is One Family) exhibition curated by Bose Krishnamachari in 2021, which was a breakthrough in her artistic career. Since then, numerous art institutions and galleries, both in India and abroad, have acknowledged and acquired her works.