Maithillee Zaveri’s journey as an artist began much earlier than most. At the age of 12, when many children are still unsure about their future, she was already clear that she wanted to become a fine artist, Painter. Her creativity was always appreciated in school, and the encouragement she received from teachers and peers gave her the confidence to work harder and improve her skills. A major turning point came in 2004 when she held her first art exhibition and sold three artworks to a client. That moment strengthened her belief that art was not just a passion, but a career she could truly pursue.
She completed her schooling at The British School, New Delhi, where she graduated with an IB Diploma in 2008. In the same year, she moved to Singapore to pursue a degree in BFA Fine arts, painting from Lasalle college of the arts, Singapore. Since 2004, she has been actively working in the art industry and has exhibited her work across India as well as internationally. Over the years, her artistic journey has evolved through many styles and forms, including still life studies, abstract art, sculptures, portraits, and eventually Indian architecture and conceptualised landscapes.
“Through my work, I want to inspire confidence and hope in those who dream of a future in art.”
Like most creative journeys, hers was not without challenges. She spent 25 years in New Delhi before moving to the USA for a year, then Mumbai for four years, and is now based in Gurugram, Haryana. Each move meant starting from scratch-settling into a new city, finding galleries, building connections, collaborating with new people, and most importantly, finding a peaceful studio space to work from. One of the most difficult phases was during the COVID-19 pandemic, when art sales slowed down and exhibitions became expensive, making survival difficult for many artists.
Maithillee strongly believes that there is a common misunderstanding about artists being extremely wealthy. In today’s digital world, hand-painted artworks are harder to sell, and the value of traditional canvas and paper-based art has reduced. Many professional artists struggle to sell their work for long periods, sometimes for years, which can be emotionally and financially draining. Storage of unsold artworks also becomes a serious issue. When she faced this problem herself after creating more than 20 works, she decided to set up her own studio. This decision changed her path, as she soon started receiving commissioned work and built a more structured practice.
As her work grew, she also learned how to manage people, time, and resources. She built a team to help with framing and transportation of artworks and gradually stepped into the role of a CEO. Today, she exhibits her work across India and internationally and takes commission projects from clients. These projects are carefully planned, from selecting the medium and size to understanding client requirements, costing, framing, and delivery. She ensures that every artwork-whether personal or commissioned-is created with full dedication and attention to detail.
“Every artist has a unique voice, and true growth begins when you believe in your own style.”
Her landscape works are especially known for their uniqueness. She carefully selects and merges three to four images, often her own photographs, before creating a final composition that feels peaceful and vibrant. Waterfalls, antique doors, and colorful elements often symbolize calm and hope. Her love for black-and-white art developed during her teenage years and deepened during her BFA studies. She is deeply inspired by the craftsmanship of Indian monuments, forts, and palaces, which she captures using mixed media. For her, black and white represents reality, highlighting texture, form, light, and contrast in a powerful way.
Beyond art, Maithillee believes strong leadership is about self-awareness, decision-making, and continuous learning. As a CEO, her responsibilities include timely completion of artworks, managing exhibitions, ensuring proper presentation, marketing, and smooth logistics. She values time management deeply and dedicates around seven hours daily to her art. An athletic person by nature, she starts her mornings with activities like horse riding, badminton, swimming, or gym workouts to stay active and focused.
She strongly feels that the art world is not about competition, as every artist has a unique style that cannot be replicated. Success depends on quality, consistency, networking, and self-belief. She considers herself fortunate to have strong family support throughout her journey. Looking ahead, she aims to create more artworks, participate in more exhibitions, and establish herself as an internationally renowned artist. One of her biggest dreams is to open an art academy or NGO to educate children about art, art therapy, and self-expression, giving them hope and direction.
Her journey has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Top International Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2025, the M.F. Hussain Award 2023, and the Dr. Sarojini Naidu International Award for Women. Through her life and work, Maithillee Zaveri continues to inspire others to believe in themselves, stay patient, remain humble, and grow stronger with every challenge.
“For me, art is not just creativity, it is purpose, patience, and self-belief.”