Inheritance by Meena Matai

Inheritance
Meena Matai
Acrylic on canvas
24"h x 24" w x 2"d - framed
2023

Stories of resilience have always pervaded time and generations. This painting stands for all our humble beginnings as we build our homes and add to our stories.

Get to Know the Austin Artist:
Meena Matai is a contemporary abstract artist whose vibrant, energetic works explore themes of migration, memory, and identity. Meena is curious about the meaning of identity, memory, and transformation, often reflecting a deep connection to cultural heritage and personal history. Through layers of texture and bold visual language, Meena creates immersive pieces that invite contemplation and emotional resonance. Art has remained a constant throughout her life growing up in India and now, as an artist, engineer, mother, educator, and community organizer. She strives to find balance in her many roles while living and working out of Austin. Her art serves as a bridge between the seen and the unseen, offering viewers a space to reflect, feel, and connect.