Shaleeka Artist 

Shaleeka is a multi-disciplinary artist, designer, and the visionary Founder and Creative Director of Shaleeka ID. With a background in mixed media art spanning over a decade, she views art as a form of meditation—a journey into self-realization. Her work bridges distinct styles, each deeply rooted in storytelling and emotion.

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One of her artistic styles draws inspiration from the textures of aged architecture—weathered doors, crumbling windows, and timeworn walls. These forgotten marvels, as she describes, embody resilience and hope. Her pieces, crafted with layers of acrylic paint and textured mediums, evoke the beauty of imperfections while celebrating their enduring strength:
"I am intrigued by the textures of old doors, broken-down windows, and faltering walls. My work embodies hope and strength that these lesser-known architectural marvels have portrayed over the years."

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Her second style is deeply personal and unique, using fingerprints to create abstract images that flow with energy and individuality. Each fingerprint-inspired piece reflects a personal story, a celebration of identity transformed into art. This distinct creative approach ultimately led her to pioneer fingerprint-inspired luxury accessories through her brand, Shaleeka ID.

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Shaleeka’s artistic journey began in Southern California, where her large-scale textured artworks caught the attention of curators and audiences alike. Her first group show at Laguna Beach led to sold-out exhibitions and sparked the genesis of her personalized art concept. After relocating to the East Coast in 2014, Shaleeka continued to refine her artistic voice, participating in residencies and connecting with New York’s vibrant creative community.

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It was during a New York Fashion Week event that Shaleeka envisioned merging her art with high fashion, leading to the creation of Shaleeka ID—a made-to-order luxury handbag brand where each piece tells a personal story. Her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to artistic integrity are evident in every aspect of the brand’s creations.

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Born and raised in India, Shaleeka moved to the United States in 2007 and has been a practicing artist ever since. She now works from her studios at Mana Contemporary, where she continues to push the boundaries of creativity while staying true to her vision. Shaleeka works predominantly with acrylics, gel mediums, and modeling pastes, layering, washing, and scraping textures to evoke raw emotion and depth. Her work has been exhibited in renowned galleries across California and New York, and she has been featured in numerous fashion publications for Shaleeka ID, solidifying her reputation as an artist and entrepreneur who merges individuality, art, and fashion.