Eleven solo exhibitions define the career of Rooma Mehra, an Indian artist and author whose output encompasses painting, sculpture, and poetry. Born in New Delhi in 1967, she operates as a self-taught practitioner. Her creative work often focuses on social issues, placing her within a tradition of contemporary artists who maintain a consistent social conscience throughout their professional practice.
Artistic Development and Exhibitions
Mehra approaches her visual work without formal academic training. Her output includes paintings, reliefs, and sculptures. These works are currently housed in various permanent and private collections, notably including the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi and the Lalit Kala Akademi. She has documented her visual journey through eleven distinct solo exhibitions.
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The written word serves as a primary pillar of her career alongside her visual art. She published three volumes of poetry during the 1980s, beginning with Sunshadow in 1981, released through Writers Workshop. This was followed by Reaching Out in 1985 and For You in 1986. Beyond poetry, she has established a professional presence in journalism, contributing as a freelance writer and a columnist for the Indian Express.
International Reach
Her professional activities extend beyond domestic Indian publications and exhibitions. She compiled a series of travel articles originally written for newspapers, which she translated into German. This digital publication was released in 2008 under the title Das ausländische Stück des Grases. She is currently based in Los Angeles, California, where she continues her work.
Fast facts
- Born: 24 January 1967
- Birthplace: New Delhi, India
- Primary occupations: Poet, painter, sculptor, journalist
- Literary debut: Sunshadow (1981)
- German digital publication: Das ausländische Stück des Grases (2008)
- Current residence: Los Angeles, California
Questions readers ask
What media does Rooma Mehra use in her art?
She creates paintings, reliefs, and sculptures.
Where can the public view her permanent art collections?
Her works are held at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi and the Lalit Kala Akademi.
