Saloni Parekh

Assistant Professor, General Faculty

Saloni Parekh (she/her) is a visual artist and an educator. She is originally from India and relocated to the United States in 2017. In 2015, Saloni obtained her bachelor's degree in Physics, followed by a BFA in painting from Kent State University in Ohio in 2020 and her MFA degree from the University of Tennessee in 2024. Her artistic practice spans various media, including painting, video, and installation. She explores the intricate aspects of the term "god," recognizing its historical, mnemonic, and emotional significance, while delving into the consistencies within religion and the inconsistencies that contribute to societal divisions. Parekh's work has been showcased at numerous institutions, including the Tennessee Valley Arts Museum, Tri-Star Arts, Rosefsky Gallery at Binghamton University, and the CICA Museum in South Korea.