A nationally recognized visual artist, Chitra Ramanathan's body of abstract paintings explore emotional expression through vibrant color and layered techniques. She is based in Norcross since 2019. Working primarily in acrylic and mixed media, Chitra creates luminous, large-scale compositions that convey joy, fantasy, memory, and celebration. Her work reflects a fusion of cultural influences, drawing inspiration from nature, music, and colorful festivals, costumes and films of her native India. Each work is guided by color relationships and rhythmic movement, resulting in immersive surfaces that invite reflection and emotional resonance. Chitra’s creative process is also shaped by her interest in seasonal change, the sensory details of daily life, and the meditative qualities of mark-making. Her art emphasizes the capacity of abstraction to evoke feeling and create space for individual interpretation. Through her layered compositions, she invites viewers to experience a sense of energy, serenity, and imaginative openness grounded in both personal and collective sources of inspiration.