Thushara Premarajan is a multidisciplinary artist, trained in Indian classical dance, specializing in Bharatanatyam. She is also an artist working with acrylics, a poet, and a craftsperson skilled in creating traditional Nettipattam (Kerala elephant ornaments). Drawing deeply from her cultural roots, Thushara’s work embodies themes of strength, resilience, and empowerment, merging ancient traditions with contemporary artistic expressions.
With experience teaching both adults and children, Thushara is dedicated to sharing her skills and fostering creativity in others. As an emerging artist in Canada, Thushara is eager to explore new opportunities that allow her to share her diverse talents and cultural heritage. Her work as a dancer, artist, poet, and craft artist highlights her versatility and passion for preserving cultural traditions while engaging with Canadian audiences. Thushara continues to seek platforms for her art, hoping to foster creativity, cultural appreciation, and community engagement through her various artistic endeavors.
My art reflects my heritage, emotions, and experiences, blending vibrant acrylics and Kerala mural techniques to tell cultural and spiritual stories. Centered on themes of resilience and identity, my work often features Indian goddesses and mythological motifs. As a visual artist, classical dancer, and poet, I strive to bridge tradition and modernity—fostering cross-cultural appreciation through storytelling and community engagement.
'My mind flows with my culture so is my art
Imaginations active, A lot to impart
Colors added to my thoughts
For Traditions and values to make knots’