Dr. Beena Unnikrishnan - Founder & Editor in Chief - Founder’s Note

I am an artist before anything else—

a painter who found her breath in every stroke,

her stillness in colours.

Canvas is the mirror of my mind,

reflecting my prayers.

Art has never just been something I do—

It is the way I live, the way I listen,

My solace in every dull moment

My power behind every bold move

That's where I belong in this world.

This magazine was born not as a product but as a passion—an expression of something deeper and more sacred. It is a vast, open canvas where anyone can create, question, express, or dream. As I journeyed through transforming my professional life into one driven by passion and purpose, I realised that creating a world solely for myself was not enough. This vision was further shaped and deepened by my meaningful interactions with inspiring women—from the vibrant community of All Ladies League to WICCI and now G100. The voices of other women—raw, tender, powerful, quiet, and radiant—deserved to be seen, heard, and held. And so, The Atelier magazine became more than just a publication; it evolved into a movement of expression. magazine's core lies in commitment to the Art Economy, where creativity and livelihood will walk hand in hand, where art is not a luxury but a vital necessity, and where sustainability finds its voice through storytelling.

Creative energy, a feminine power, is not an idea but a presence in every living being and a wisdom that guides, nurtures, and transforms.

The Atelier is a space for connectivity between people, cultures, disciplines, and generations.

To all the contributors, readers, friends, strangers, and cosmic collaborators who made this first step possible—

Thank you.

This is not just my journey.

It is ours.

With love, colour, and fire