Rohan Kumara (b. November 11, 1985) is a Sri Lankan-born, Netherlands-based abstract expressionist whose art serves as a powerful reflection of his journey through trauma, resilience, and healing. 

 

Rohan’s early life was marked by joy, but his adolescence brought a traumatic experience that cast a long shadow, leading him to grapple with complex emotional and psychological struggles. 

 

At the age of 22, a pivotal encounter with artist Riet Mooren introduced Rohan to the transformative power of art. Under Riet’s mentorship, Rohan began using abstract art as a medium to process his pain, turning his experiences into expressions of strength and self-discovery. 

 

For over 15 years, art has been Rohan’s sanctuary and a continuous journey toward healing. Each piece he creates embodies a step forward, reflecting his progress and resilience in facing past traumas.

 

His work is not only a form of self-expression but also a way to confront, release, and ultimately transcend his history. 

 

Rohan has shared his evolving vision in exhibitions across the USA, Portugal, South Korea, and the Netherlands. 

 

Deeply inspired by his mentor, life experiences, significant relationships, and daily emotional encounters, Rohan’s art invites viewers into his ongoing exploration of identity and purpose.

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Rohan Kumara’s international experience and the diversity of his exhibitions.

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

   •    DeMerkenwinkel Amsterdam Exhibition: “Out of the Woods” (2016)

    

•    ARTChapel Amsterdam Exhibition: Riet Mooren & Rohan Kumara (2020)

 

Lisbon, Portugal

    •    Colorida Gallery (2022)

 

New York, USA

    •    Agora Gallery: “Cadence of Color & Form” (2021)

  

 •    Artifact Projects New York: “Modern & Contemporary Masters II” (2022)

 

    •Artifact Projects New York   : “Modern & Contemporary Masters III” (2024)

  

 •    The Netherland American Foundation (NAF): The Plaza Hotel New York NAF Gala (2021 & 2022)

 

Washington D.C., USA

    •    The Netherland American Foundation (NAF): Ambassadors Awards Dinner (2023)

 

Geoje, South Korea

    •    Haegengang Theme Museum: Exhibition “Equilibrium” (2022)

 

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