ABOUT KALIKA ROSE

I’m Kalika Rose, a contemporary oil painter creating raw, symbolic paintings that explore identity, femininity, and what it means to be seen. My work blends softness with strength—often confronting the quiet expectations placed on women and flipping them inside out.

As a biracial woman and pediatric nurse, I’ve carried stories—some heartbreaking, some healing—that shape the way I paint. My paintings are personal, but they’re not just about me. They speak to the complex beauty of womanhood, the invisible weight we carry, and the power of reclaiming our voice.

I believe art should start conversations. The kind that move us. Challenge us. Maybe even free us.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, underestimated, or like you had to shrink to fit in—this work is for you.