Early Life and Artistic Foundations Benitha Perciyal, born in Chennai, India, in 1978, emerged as a significant voice in contemporary Indian sculpture through a deeply personal and materially-driven practice. Her artistic journey began with formal training at the Government College of Arts & Crafts, Chennai, where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Fine Arts, specializing initially in painting and printmaking. However, it was during this period that Perciyal's fascination with three-dimensional forms and tactile experiences took root, gradually shifting her focus towards…