Studio Journal

Exploring Abstraction

Studio Journal: Musings on Art, Life, and Becoming

Reflections, Ideas, and Insights from Inside the Artist’s Studio

Studio Journal is where I reflect on the quieter questions of being an artist. These writings are part idea book, part personal philosophy—exploring what it means to create, to observe, and to move through the art world with intention. From musings on creative discipline and daily rituals, to thoughts on beauty, meaning, and the unseen structures that shape our lives, each post invites you into my studio as a space of inquiry and becoming. Here, art is not just something I make—it is how I think, listen, and live.

Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/8/25 Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/8/25

9 Visionary Artists Weaving Twine into Immersive, Dimensional Abstractions [2025 Guide]

Explore the 2025 guide to 9 visionary artists redefining twine abstraction. From thread painting to large-scale installations, these creators transform simple fibers into immersive, dimensional artworks. Learn how their innovative techniques, material mastery, and conceptual brilliance are shaping the future of contemporary abstract art and installation worldwide.

Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/3/25 Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/3/25

Why I Paint by Hand in an Over-AI’d World

Explore why Ritu Raj rejects AI-generated perfection for the raw, tactile creativity of painting by hand with twine, celebrating friction, flaws, and true artistic presence.

Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/2/25 Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/2/25

How Does Ritu Raj Create His Signature Thread Paintings?

Discover how Phoenix-based contemporary abstract artist Ritu Raj creates his signature twine paintings, using thread dipped in oil paint to build organic, fluid compositions that blend intention and surrender.

Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/1/25 Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 7/1/25

Artists Using Thread Painting in Abstract Art

Thread painting in abstract art goes beyond embroidery. Phoenix-based contemporary abstract artist Ritu Raj uses twine dipped in oil paint as his brush, creating organic, fluid compositions that blend precision with spontaneity. Discover how this innovative approach redefines abstraction with texture, movement, and meaning.

Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 4/14/25 Ritu Raj | Contemporary Abstract Artist | Phoenix 4/14/25

The Art of Letting Go: Painting with Twine

Painting with twine is a meditative act of surrender—where control gives way to intuition, and organic forms arise from motion, not planning. Like neural pathways or emotional echoes, each mark reflects a moment of trust, allowing life to shape the work in its own way.