Early Life and Artistic Foundations Sosa Joseph, born in Parumala, Kerala, India, in 1971, emerged from a region steeped in cultural richness and complex histories. Her formative years were spent absorbing the vibrant tapestry of her surroundings—a landscape interwoven with ancient traditions, diverse religious communities, and the lingering echoes of colonial encounters. This environment would profoundly shape her artistic vision, imbuing her work with a unique sensitivity to place, identity, and the lives of women. Joseph’s initial training at the Raja Ravi Varma College of Fine Arts in Ke…