─ ABOUT THE ARTIST
Blending Philosophy, Innovation & Form
A polymath turned full-time artist, Ritu Raj crafts conceptually rich abstract works that explore movement, emotion, and meaning through contemporary forms.
─ Artist statement“I paint not to mirror what is seen, but to give form to what is felt — the currents beneath the surface of thought, memory, and experience.”
My process is driven by contrast — the tension between control and spontaneity, softness and structure, gesture and geometry. I follow intuition, clarity, and the edges where emotion and philosophy blur. Each body of work is an experiment, an unfolding conversation with the unknown.
In a world that often feels fragmented and overstimulated, I believe abstract art can offer both challenge and refuge. It can reflect the complexity of our inner lives while also inviting pause and presence. My paintings are not meant to be solved — they are meant to be experienced, felt, and returned to.
Through abstraction, I seek not to escape reality, but to encounter it more deeply — without the filter of narrative, and with the honesty of form.
─ BIOGRAPHYFrom Tech Entrepreneur to Abstract Artist
From tech entrepreneur to modern abstract artist, Ritu Raj shifted from designing systems to expressing emotion through art. His practice explores the inner world — intuition, perception, and philosophy — marking a creative evolution from control to surrender.
His self-taught approach blends design thinking with meditative influence. Each artwork is a visual response to a feeling or question — intuitive, textured, and contemplative. Working across canvas, wood, and resin, he creates bold pieces using paint, geometry, and his signature twine technique.
He is currently represented by Jarrow & Goodman, a gallery out of Los Angeles, and his work has been exhibited at the LA Art Show, Chez Cheese, Sydenham Clinic (LA), and his own Phoenix studio gallery.
─ Creative MilestonesA Journey of Artistic Development
2025
Expansion & Representation
String Theory Solo Show · Shroomphoria Group Show · Represented by Jarrow & Goodman (LA) · Pop Art series on CNC cut wood · Press in Business Insider, PR.com
2024
Organization & Innovation
Solo show “Dreaming in Black & White” · Completed Black & White Series · Developed proprietary thread painting technique (Organic Movement)
2023
Form, Texture & Expression
Completed “Out of Darkness” Series · Solo show at Chez Cheese — sold 4 of 9 paintings (6ft × 4ft)
2022
Full-Time Commitment
Moved to Phoenix, AZ · Secured 1,500 sqft artist studio · Painting 9ft × 9ft paintings on the floor
2021
Scale & Atmosphere
Started painting large format 6ft × 6ft paintings · Launched Ephemeral Atmosphere Series
2020
The Return
Started painting in San Francisco during the pandemic lockdown — returning to his first passion after a career in tech
─ IN THE PRESSPress & Features
─ ExhibitionsShows & Exhibitions
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Scottsdale Art Week
Scottsdale, Arizona
Art Fair
A curated selection of abstract works shown alongside emerging and established artists during Scottsdale’s premier week-long celebration of contemporary art.
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LA Art Show
Los Angeles Convention Center · Jarrow & Goodman
Art Fair
Represented by Jarrow & Goodman at one of America’s most established art fairs, presenting large-scale Organic Movement and geometric works to international collectors and curators.
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Pop Art at Hawk Salvage
Hawk Salvage · Phoenix, Arizona
Group Exhibition · Acrylic & Epoxy on CNC Wood
A bold departure into CNC-carved wood panels with acrylic and epoxy, exhibited in an industrial salvage space that echoed the raw materiality of the work itself.
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String Theory - Solo Art Show
Jarrow & Goodman · Los Angeles, California
Solo Exhibition
A solo presentation of the Organic Movement collection — ten thread paintings exploring motion, texture, and the physics of pulled paint. The first dedicated exhibition of the signature technique.
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Shroomphoria,
Jarrow & Goodman · Los Angeles, California
Group Show
A playful, immersive group exhibition exploring organic forms and natural phenomena through contemporary abstraction. Works on canvas and mixed media in dialogue with the gallery’s botanical theme.
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Dreaming in Black & White, Solo Art Show, Phoenix
RituStudio · Phoenix, Arizona
Solo Exhibition · Inaugural Studio Show
The inaugural exhibition at RituStudio — a monochrome exploration of gesture, weight, and silence. Large-scale black and white paintings stripped to their most essential elements.
─ For Collectors & GalleristsFrequently Asked Questions
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His work bridges Indian modernism, global abstraction, and experimental techniques. Collectors are drawn to the way he combines historical legacies with innovations like string-based painting and CNC-sculpted wood panels. Each piece reflects themes of migration, identity, and transformation.
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Ritu paints using string instead of brushes, creating dynamic lines that balance control and chance. Many works are also created on CNC-molded wood panels, where the carved surface adds depth and shadow, bridging painting and sculpture.
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Ritu is based in Phoenix, Arizona, and regularly participates in exhibitions. His work is available by appointment at his studio. He is represented by Jarrow & Goodman in Los Angeles.
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Works range from small studies (12×12 inches) to large-scale canvases and wood panels (6–10 feet). Many collectors acquire smaller works as entry points, while galleries often showcase larger immersive pieces.
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All works are professionally packed and shipped worldwide. Large-scale works are crated for secure transit. Specialized art shippers handle international deliveries.