Sujatha Eratha (also documented as Sujatha Erata) is an Indian contemporary painter based in Santiniketan, West Bengal. A 2012 Kala Sakshi Memorial Trust Awardee, she is recognized for her expressive visual language that explores the delicate intersection of personal memory, natural forms, and the built environment. Her practice is defined by a profound investigation into the paradox of human emotions, where she seeks to depict situations in which two opposing realities—such as strength and vulnerability—exist simultaneously as the fundamental truths of the human condition.

Central to Eratha’s artistic philosophy is the use of ancient architectural forms as primary metaphors for the internal human landscape. She views architecture not merely as a living or utility space, but as a sacred vessel where experiences and memories are forged and stored. In her work, each structural element serves as a bridge to a specific “essence,” inviting the viewer to establish an intuitive connection with the piece through their own subconscious history. By prioritizing this deep emotional bond, she allows the audience to find personal meaning within her compositions without the need for a predetermined narrative, transforming architectural imagery into a silent protagonist of human feeling.

Her practice continues to evolve through a focus on “structural silence,” where she uses the weight of historical forms to ground the fluid complexity of memory and emotion. Through her ongoing inquiry into the built environment, she remains a critical voice dedicated to uncovering the profound, unseen connections individuals maintain with the spaces they inhabit.