Hailing from a lineage of engineers, Keerthana initially focused her career toward a prosperous corporate career, driven by familial encouragement. Graduating from top institutions, she acquired her undergraduate degree in engineering and later pursued a postgraduate degree in business. However, during her time as a business consultant, Keerthana unearthed her latent passion for art. Today, she stands as a flourishing contemporary figurative painter, calling Bangalore, India, her home and artistic sanctuary.

Keerthana's artistic journey has always been a celebration of womanhood, capturing and articulating the myriad emotions that define the female experience. Drawing inspiration from pop culture, fauvism, and symbolism, her work serves as a vibrant testament to the influences that shape her creative vision.