JYOTSNA S KUMAR
SHAPING CHAOS INTO BEAUTY
ARTIST STATEMENT
My art is a visceral response to the world's overlooked beauty—the poetry in mundane tasks, the dance of shapes, hues, and layers. Through abstract expressionism, I distill these elements into emotive compositions.
There’s something about the process that puts me in a state of flow, where I can let go of life’s distractions and just be. Each stroke is an exploration of raw emotion, guided by intuition and spontaneity. I capture the essence of fleeting moments, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the energy and rhythm of my creations.
By embracing the ordinary and elevating it to the extraordinary, I aim to ignite a sense of wonder and connection in those who engage with my work. My creativity comes from the heart with my unique vision; I hope to inspire others to see the world around them in a new and exciting light.
“When you teach what you love and share what you know, you open the eyes, minds, hearts and souls to unexplored worlds”.
BIOGRAPHY
Jyotsna is a Singapore-based abstract artist drawing inspiration from the mundane tasks of daily life and the intricate patterns found in nature, working mostly with acrylics, in combination with tools she can scrape and scratch with.
Jyotsna has always worked in related fields in Singapore, initially as a graphic designer. The last 19 years she has been a passionate international school art educator. Her own artistic journey serves as a guiding light in the classroom, where she encourages students to explore the boundless possibilities of abstract expressionism. She believes education is the key to developing the next generation, and finds it incredibly fulfilling to play a part in that.
Jyotsna has a Fine Arts degree from the University of Madras in India and has also trained in Western Abstract painting from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts(NAFA) Singapore, and has participated in a few group exhibitions and been commissioned for paintings.
Jyotsna has shown her work at Group Shows in Singapore with Be One Gallery.
You can view Jyotsna’s works on Instagram at @jo.on.canvas. If you are interested in any artworks or commission, Jyotsna can be reached at jyotsna11.sk@gmail.com.
CHARIOTS OF FIRE
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
100 CM X 100 CM
2024
Chariots of Fire captures momentum, passion, and resilience through dynamic layers of color and texture. Bold shapes evoke chariots racing toward an unseen horizon, propelled by an unstoppable force. Fiery hues contrast with cooler tones, balancing intensity and depth, embodying perseverance, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.
ONE WAY TICKET
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
90 CM X 90 CM
2024
“One way ticket” draws inspiration from the nostalgia of a train journey. The vibrant pinks, oranges, blues, and off-whites weave together like fleeting landscapes rushing past the window—each moment a blur of color, energy, and emotion.
Much like a train ride, this artwork captures the feeling of movement, change, and the unknown, reflecting on life's one-way tickets to new destinations.
FLIGHT
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
61 CM X 61 CM
2024
"Flight" captures the exhilarating moment of gazing out an airplane window as the cityscape transforms into a mosaic of bold, dynamic shapes below. It invites viewers to relive the thrill of takeoff, the promise of adventure, and the joy of seeing the world from a new perspective.
MOTHER OF PEARL
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
76 CM X 76 CM
2024
"Mother of Pearl" weaves the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether into a harmonious visual tapestry. Soft off-whites and aqua blues evoke the fluidity of water, while earthy browns ground the piece in the stability of the land. Flickers of orange and specks of gold ignite the canvas with the warmth of fire and the radiance of air, while the expansive, luminous spaces suggest the boundless ether. This painting is a serene yet dynamic meditation on the interconnectedness of nature’s elemental forces.
TOMORROW
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
45 CM X 45 CM
2021
"Tomorrow," an abstract painting, contemplates the future of our environment through its ethereal blend of lines, colors and textures. Soft, organic forms and fluid layers suggest the delicate balance of nature, while subtle shifts in tone evoke both hope and uncertainty. This piece invites reflection on our role in shaping the planet’s destiny, urging us to envision a sustainable and harmonious coexistence with the natural world.
EXHIBITIONS
2025
Mar : VOA4 “Women- Empowering the World”, BeOne Gallery, ION Art Gallery, Singapore
Jan: “Mastery Expressions” Tembusu Art Gallery, Singapore.
2024
Nov: “Small Matter 2024”
Maya Gallery, Singapore.
Nov: Dr TanTsze Chor Art Award Competition,
Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore.
Nov: “Art Vogue D'Nation”
16th Asia Art Alliance Exhibition 2024, SOSORO Museum, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Oct: “Artful Expression”
Canvas Connections Group Show. Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, Visual Arts Centre, Singapore
Sept: “21st BIEAF2024 - Old Future”
Gallery 11-12, Busan, Korea
Sept: “Reborn: Motherhood”.
Art Gallery Month Group Show. Mama on Palette, YMCA Gallery, Singapore
Sept: “75th Anniversary Commemorative Exhibition”.
Singapore Art Society Group Show, Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore.
Sept: Canvas Connections Group Show. Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, The Well, Emerald Hill, Singapore.
Aug: "National Day Art Exhibition".
FASS Group Show, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore.
Aug: "Symphony of Colors".
BeOne Gallery, Qoltured by FortyTwo, Raffles City Mall, Singapore
July: "Art Unites".
Women's Art Association, Katong CC, Singapore.
June: "Inspirations 2024".
Exhibizone, Biafarin Online Exhibition
June: "Vibrant Colors 2024"
BlueKoi Gallery, Online Exhibition.
June: "Tactile Sublime".
Dodomugallery, Online Exhibition.
May: “Summer Sizzle”. Canvas Connections, Group show at German Centre, Singapore
May: “Future 2024”;. Exhibizone, Biafarin Online Exhibition
May: “Voice Of Art 3”. BeOne Gallery, Group show at ION Art Gallery, Singapore
April: “Beauty in Abstract”;. BROUHAHAART, Virtual Art Show
2023
Dec: “Voice Of Art 2”. BeOne Gallery, Group show at ION Art Gallery, Singapore
2022
Nov: “Art in The City”, Group show, BeOne Gallery - The Arts House, Singapore
2021
Jun: “ABSTRACT MODA”. Virtual Exhibition by NAFA Centre for Lifelong Education
EDUCATION
2018 - Certificate in Western Abstract Painting Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) Singapore
1993 - Bachelor of Fine Arts History of Fine Arts, Drawing, Design and Painting, Stella Maris College, University of Madras, India
EXPERIENCE
Visual Arts Teacher Chatsworth International School, Singapore
Visual Arts Teacher EtonHouse International @ Thomson, Singapore
Visual Arts Teacher Global Indian International School, Singapore
PUBLICATION
Nov’24 - “Art Vogue D'Nation” 16th Asia Art Alliance Exhibition 2024
Sept‘24 - Singapore Art Society “75th Anniversary of Commemorative Exhibition”
Aug’24 - Singapore National Day Art Exhibition 2024
July‘24 - “Art and Woman” by Arts To Hearts Project
AFFILIATIONS
Women Artist Association, Singapore.
Canvas Connections, Women’s Art Collective, Singapore.
Arts Association of Singapore.
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Alumni Association Singapore
Singapore Arts Society
Asian Arts Association