Niketa Fazal is a Nairobi based artist whose paintings evoke a sense of calm and deep introspection towards life and environment. An artist whose commitment towards environment seems as deep as her cultural roots, Niketa’s canvases have a soothing and therapeutic effect on the onlooker. Having studied Graphic Design in Birmingham, Niketa has been an Art Director for ten years. She has her BFA from Kenyatta University and is now involved full time in art and painting. Niketa’s paintings are mostly representational covering divergent themes spanning Nature, People and Urban development. Her work has been showcased at several exhibitions including at UN Recreation Centre, Nairobi, ISK Nairobi besides innumerable pop-up shows at private residences. According to Niketa: I enjoy portraying moments in time, that have been part of my life experience in my art. The ‘endangered animals’ series features animals found in the Nairobi National Park and my aim was to raise aware
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