Cincinnati based figurative and abstract artist, Ratee Apana, uses bold colors and strokes as she interweaves human emotions and color on canvas. Painting since 2010, Ratee is both a digital and traditional artist, she uses mixed media, oils and acrylics in her distinct style on large canvases. Dr.Apana's art deals with the human connection and its influence on ourselves and our humanity. Each of her pieces connect with us on a deeper level and often highlight global causes and the human experience. "The colors used and and figure studies have established Ratee as a master  versatile craftsman of neo expressionism"."The colors used and figure studies have established Ratee as a master  versatile craftsman of neo expressionism".