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Artist Profile

Rekha Menon (b.1976) is a self-taught artist who took the leap to pursue a full-time career in visual arts after spending over a decade in the branding and media relations field. Hailing from Malaysia, she was born and is currently based in Kuala Lumpur. Menon's pop artistic style combines elements of stylised figurations and abstract motifs, creating a unique body of work that captivates the viewer's imagination.

 

Fascinated by the enigma of the subconscious mind, Menon employs a vibrant and colourful palette that harmoniously intertwines lines, shapes, patterns, symbols, and shading. This interplay of visual elements signifies the vast spectrum of emotions and expressions she seeks to convey. Menon's artwork has garnered international recognition, with her pieces showcased on prestigious platforms in Indonesia, India, Italy, Japan, Pakistan, Singapore, and Thailand. Notably, her talent was acknowledged with an Honourable Award from the International Watercolour Society during its 2018 International Watercolour Biennale.

 

Her creations have found homes in private collections across the globe, including in countries such as India, Indonesia, Germany, Norway, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, US and her home country of Malaysia. Through her art, Rekha Menon continues to explore the depths of human emotion and the hidden landscapes of the mind.

Artist Statement

I've always been captivated by the intricate tapestry of humanity, drawn to unravel the profound threads that unite us as multi-dimensional beings. My artistic journey navigates the depths of subjects entwined with emotions, inner healing, unity, and transformation. I firmly believe that through genuine care and equitable opportunities for all, we can nurture a world brimming with empathy, kindness and peace

 

My artistic endeavors are driven by the desire to weave a visual narrative that mirrors my sentiments, with the ultimate intention of casting a positive influence upon society. My aim is to craft art that strikes a chord at a profound level, triggering a ripple effect that contributes meaningfully to the world we inhabit.

Selected Exhibitions

 

INTERNATIONAL

Numaisah Gah - "Emperor's New Clothes" - May 2023 - Lahore, Pakistan

Treasury Museum Khon Kean - "Capturing the Moment" - March 2023 - Khon Kean, Thailand

Karja Art Space - "Awakening" - Residency Solo Show - July 2022 - Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Chang Chui Gallery - "Friendship: Art & Connectivity" - October 2019 - Bangkok, Thailand

Padepokan Apel Watoe Gallery - "The Path of Love" - July 2019 - Jogjakarta, Indonesia

Mona Gallery - "Celebrating Life" – March 2018 - Tokyo, Japan
 

 

LOCAL

Nadine Fine Art Gallery - Flowers in Art - June 2023 - PJ, Malaysia

Hin Bus Depot & Zhan Art Space - Of Spaces In Between - April 2023 - Penang & PJ, Malaysia

ARmenian Park - (Augmented Reality) "Women's Day Collaboration" - March 2023 - Penang, Malaysia

ArtVoice Gallery - Awakening (Residency Solo Show) - September 2022 - KL, Malaysia

HOMs & Chetak 17 - Print Making Open Show 2022 - September 2022 - KL, Malaysia

Galeri Prima (ArtVoice Collective) - reSET - May 2022 - KL, Malaysia

MAYBANK Gallery - Virtual Show - "Light & Dark" - January 2022 - KL, Malaysia 

TheArtSeni - Hotel Art Show - "Momo's 2.0" – December 2021 - KL, Malaysia

National Art Gallery - MAEF Art Fair – December 2021 - KL, Malaysia

ArtVoice Gallery - Online Show - "Proud To Be Nude" – August 2021 - Selangor, Malaysia

Chetak12 - Online Show - "ArtAidArtist" – August 2021 - Selangor, Malaysia

Artomovement - Virtual Show - "VIRTUE (AL) 2.0" – August 2021 - Selangor, Malaysia

ArtVoice Gallery - Online Show - "Pop Art" – June 2021 - Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia & Philippines

Zhan Art Space - "Duality" – March 2021 - Selangor, Malaysia

KL City Art Gallery (ArtVoice Collective) - Online Show - "In This Moment" – February 2021 - MY & NY

Greydea Studio - "Part 2: Letter to Basquiat" – January 2021 - KL, Malaysia

Inner Joy Art Gallery - "Be Kind. Have Courage" – October 2020 - Selangor, Malaysia

Penang State Art Gallery & Museum - 'Beyond 2020' - August 2020 - Malaysia

Artemis Gallery - Part 1: Conversation with Basquiat" – August 2020 - Malaysia

Galeri Shah Alam - PERUPA - "Satu: Masterpiece" – March 2020 - Malaysia

Atelier 11 Gallery - "International Women’s Day" – March 2020 - Malaysia

Publika Art Show (UEM, Segaris & Artemis) - "Sama - Sama" - August 2019 - KL, Malaysia

Ilford Gallery - "ArtiKarya Incubation Program Graduation" - February 2019 - Malaysia

UM Art Gallery (Opposite Abstract Collective) - "Non-Finito" – December 2019 - Malaysia

Wicked Art Space (Studio Mekar Collective) - "MyMory" - November 2018 - Malaysia

2010 - present
Award

Honourable Award Recipient - International Watercolour Biennale 2018

2010 - present
Residency

Karja Art Space - Ubud, Bali, Indonesia - 2022

Education

MA in Communication Management (University of South Australia)

BA in Media & Communication (Murdoch University, Australia)

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