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Group Art Exhibition "Flourish" 29th Nov - 7th Dec 2024
Group Art Exhibition "Flourish" 29th Nov - 7th Dec 2024
Opening on Friday, November 29th, at 18:00
Feel free to explore the artist's artwork
You are warmly invited to Flourish, a group art exhibition at the Ibrahim Khan Art Gallery in Paphos, curated and organized by Elham Razani.
This special event brings together a vibrant collection of 20 artists 12 different nationalities from around the world who are based in Cyprus. Each artist presents their own vision and style, offering a rich blend of voices, mediums, and perspectives. From established creators to rising talents, the exhibition celebrates the spirit of growth, connection, and cultural diversity.
We would be delighted for you to join us at the opening on Friday, November 29th, at 18:00. The exhibition will run until December 7th.
Your presence will not only support the artists but also contribute to the shared experience of art as a source of inspiration and dialogue. Feel free to bring along friends and family to enjoy this cultural celebration in the heart of Paphos.
We look forward to welcoming you to Flourish and sharing this journey of creativity together.
Warmly,
Elham Razani
Exhibition Dates: The exhibition will run from 29th November to 7th December 2024, with the opening reception on 29th November at 18:00.
Gallery hours: From 10:00 - 12:30 & 16:00 - 17:30 daily
- Location: Paphos, Old Town, Constantinou Kanari 40 - Ibrahim Khan Art Gallery 8010 - Hani
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20 Artists - 12 different Nationalities
- 1. Enza Berni - Italy
- 2. Marija Constantinou - Serbia
- 3. Michal Daniely - Israel
- 4. Charalampos Epaminonda - Cyprus
- 5. Natalia Fedoseykina - Russia
- 6. Tatiana Izmailova - Russia
- 7. Jamie Jones - England
- 8. Marina Kotidze - Russia
- 9. Ekaterina Kuzmina - Russia
- 10. Brit Lindstrom - Norwegian
- 11. Peter Moore - England
- 12. Irina Raus - Romani
- 13. Elham Razani - Iran
- 14. Sharen Taylor - England - Cyprus
- 15. Kiara Timm Cypriot – Italian
- 16. Katja Tonja - Croatia
- 17. Verena Venus - German
- 18. Yaroslava Yanova - Ukraine
- 19. Ilona Za – Belarus
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20. Jay Dahler - England
1. Enza Berni - Italy
https://www.instagram.com/bernienza/
After a lifetime of work in a completely different sector, I gave vent to my creativity and the artistic studies I had done in my city: Milan, at the Brera Academy of Fine Arts. But only with the serenity of the island of Cyprus have I rediscovered my aptitudes: dexterity and creativity. My artistic thoughts are directed towards the female figure, which is sometimes unreal, and grotesque but funny, with a sibylline attitude and dressed only with small accessories. I love modeling the Gargoyles of Notre Dame de Paris with their devilish expressions. Today, the sea is my inspiration. Combining my two passions, Painting and Sculpture, I have created three-dimensional paintings.
Artist Name: Enza Berni
Title: Gargoyle Protector #2 of the Milan Cathedral
Medium: Clay
Size: 35x20x30(h) cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €1150
Country: Italy
Description: The thought of the Gargoyle Protector was born from the desire to use
it to keep the bad adversity of life away.
Title: Gargoyle Norton
Medium: Clay
Size: 50x40x35(h) cm
Year Created: 2015
Price: €1725
Country: Italy
Description: These hybrids between human and chiropter awaken in me the strength of these creatures
to be able to create them.
Title: Gargoyle Protector #1 of the Milan Cathedral
Medium: Clay
Size: 35x20x30(h) cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €1150
Country: Italy
Description: The thought of the Gargoyle Protector was born from the desire to use
it to keep the bad adversity of life away.
Title: The Book of Memories
Medium: Clay
Size: 35x20x30(h) cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1265
Country: Italy
Description: Complete table lamp with a rectangular burgundy lampshade.
SOLD
2. Marija Constantinou - Serbia
I am Serbian born artist living in Cyprus. My interest in art started from very early age. I trained with several renowned Serbian artists in classic painting, drawing and stained glass, but found my true passion in abstract painting. I am a qualified nurse, but in 2008 decided to give it up, so I can pursue my art career. I enjoy discovering new techniques and ways to express myself. My work is expressive, dynamic and and colorful, and is representing my thoughts and feelings during the painting and is greatly affected by the music I choose to listen in that process. Art for me is a way of life, it's never ending source of power that keeps me going... I worked with numerus interior designers and sold my work worldwide.
Artist Name: Marija Constantinou
Title: Nocturne 9
Medium: Acrylic and mixed media on canvas
Size: 120x80 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €690
Country: Serbia
Description: Intuitive abstract piece inspired by Chopin’s music
SOLD
Title: True Colours
Medium: Acrylic and mixed media on canvas
Size: 120x60 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €640
Country: Serbia
Description: Intuitive abstract piece inspired by the song True Colours sung by Eva Cassidy
3. Michal Daniely - Israel
I am a ceramic artist living in Limassol. I have over 15 years of experience working with clay. I was Inspired by my first ceramic teacher at the age of 12. As a growing individual, I found my passion in clay which shaped my identity as an artist. Art is my sanctuary, aiming to evoke heartfelt emotions and provoke introspection. My work strives to connect with viewers, fostering understanding within society. Throughout the years I have been involved with projects of art activism combining art and community. My achievements in the art world are integral to my identity; without art, I feel incomplete. Looking ahead, I aspire to continue growing creatively. Starting with a basic ceramic studio, I later pursued a degree in Fine Arts from Bezalel Academy in Jerusalem. Learning from the lessons of life, Teaching, and motherhood has profoundly influenced my artistic journey.
As an artist, potter, and ceramicist, I draw inspiration from the world's contrasting happiness versus pain aiming to inspire others and enrich human creativity and understanding through my work.
Artist Name: Michal Daniely
Title: Desert Blues #2 - #3
Medium: Stoneware
Size: 40/10 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €175
Country: Israel
Description: This work was made on the potters wheel combining different types
of clay and then using hand-building techniques then glazing only on the inside.
4. Charalampos Epaminonda - Cyprus
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I am a specialist in traditional art. I studied Byzantine Art at the Athens School of Fine Arts.
Artist Name: Charalampos Epaminonda
Title: Cyprus Through The Ages
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 100x60 cm
Year Created: 2018
Price: €1380
Country: Cyprus
Description: A personification of Traditional Cyprus.
5. Natalia Fedoseykina - Russia
I am an artist and designer, born in Russia in 1987. With a degree in fine arts, I now focus on abstraction, as I see it as the most vivid way to express emotions.
Abstract art, to me, is the kind of art that doesn’t say everything it leaves room for interpretation, allowing each viewer to bring their own emotions and meaning into the work.
6. Tatiana Izmailova - Russia
My art is created through my soul... I'm working around feelings, memories and emotions. Each of my works has a story behind it. Cyprus opened a new chapter in my life and that has inspired my art. I also get inspired by nature. My art consists of the natural world's beauty and mystery. My paintings celebrate color, form, texture and meditate on the relationship between light, shadow, and atmosphere. I'm working in different techniques of acrylic colors.
Artist Name: Tatiana Izmailova
Title: Backstage
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 100x50 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €460
Country: Russia
Description: Life is a theater, so backstage must be bright.
Title: Treasure Island
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 50×70 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €690
Country: Russia
Description: Summer is full of adventures, so try to find your treasure island
7. Jamie Jones - England
I create works that explore the nostalgic essence of childhood, blending bold cartoonish styles with intricate, emotive oil portraiture. Through a variety of mediums, oils, spray paint, collage, and woodcuts, I reflect on how memories, often simplified over time, layer themselves over complex emotions and experiences. These memories, though softened by nostalgia, remain significant in shaping who we are today. I aim to evoke a sense of wonder and encourage reconnection with our inner child. My work questions the notion that maturity requires leaving behind creativity, suggesting instead that it can coexist with the responsibilities of adulthood, enriching our perspective on both the real and the imagined.
Artist Name: Jamie Jones
Title: Metamorphosis
Medium: Oil on panel - framed
Size: 110x94 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €5750
Country: England
Description: “Metamorphosis is a piece close to my heart, embodying transformation and inner beauty. The butterfly wings symbolize growth and change, reflecting a beauty others see, even when we cannot. Fluorescent doodles hint at hope, glowing even in darkness. Fleur’s high-top pink sneakers peek out from under the bedsheet, adding a touch of individual style in a society of uniforms and anonymity
Title: Boy Wonder
Medium: Oil on canvas - framed
Size: 75x55 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €1730
Country: England
Description: Boy Wonder, from my Misled Youth series, features Bratman’s trusty bff, reminding us that the real superpower of kids is their boundless imagination and unstoppable optimism. In a world of endless possibilities, every kid can be a hero with just a cape, a mask, and a whole lot of heart. This li’l hero is here to remind you that sometimes, the greatest strength lies in simply believing you can still be anything you want to be.
8. Marina Kotidze - Russia
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paint abstractions. I focus on portraying the absence of objects, lifting paint off the canvas to create a new dimension where a unique state of mind emerges. Freed from the need to cling to familiar forms, we sink deeper into sensations and emotions, while the mind fills in the lines and patches of color with its associations, or surrenders and slips into meditation.
Every painting is a challenge to create a mirror where each viewer can glimpse their inner world. Although I avoid physical objects as subjects, I’m passionate about the materiality of paint itself and always make it an active element in my work.
If a painting doesn’t invite you to run your fingers across it or press your cheek against it to feel its texture, then it’s not ready.
I wish that were the only criterion. But a painting is complete when it holds enough depth to give the viewer a pause a space for an inner conversation.
Artist Name: Marina Kotidze
Title: Mosaic in Natural Colors
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 100x100 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €690
Country: Russia
Description: I was inspired to create this painting by the old walls in the historic center of Paphos. I would love to see a mosaic like this somewhere in the old town.
9. Ekaterina Kuzmina - Russia
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Katarineko (Ekaterina Kuzmina) is an artist, illustrator and graphic designer based in Cyprus. She works with various materials using different techniques and styles (watercolor, acrylic, pastel, pencils, markers, etc.) and has 20+ years of drawing experience. After she had moved to Cyprus two years ago, she was excited a rich diversity of local nature and culture. This new experience has become an endless source of inspiration and desire to share these amazing impressions through a creation. The aim and sense of her creativity are to make the world around a little more beautiful.
Artist Name: Ekaterina Kuzmina
Title: The Home
Medium: Mixed Media, Acrylic on canvas
Size: 90x70 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €575
Country: Russia
Description: Sometimes it may be really interesting to look into someone’s house.
Especially if this is a home filled with love and coziness. The interpretation of the author's impressions of the culture and folk art of Cyprus.
10. Brit Lindstrom - Norwegian
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I am a Norwegian, Cyprus-based artist. My time is shared between my two homes in Switzerland and Cyprus . It is here that under tuition of Nick Costa of Tekniart that I discovered and developed my love of painting. As a result of continuing art tuition my hobby became a more serious passion which resulted in a greater body of work. Since those early days I participated in many successful mostly joint exhibitions.
Artist Name: Brit Lindstrom
Title: Cyprus Sea
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 60x50 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €345
Country: Norway
Description: Seascape
SOLD
Artist Name: Brit Lindstrom
Title: Hidden Flowers
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 60x60 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €345
Country: Norway
Description: Abstract Flowers
11. Peter Moore - England
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My first inspiration is the material I work with: clay. The second is the means by which it is transmuted: fire. My ceramic journey started at the age of eight when I discovered clay in the roots of a tree blown down in a gale. My work reflects the deep connection I feel with the natural world in Cyprus and the traces to be found of ancient civilizations on the island. Biography
1944: Born in Norfolk, England
1972: Qualified as art/ceramics teacher and moved to Cyprus 1989: Awarded Post Graduate Diploma in Ceramics, Goldsmiths College, London
1999: Awarded MA in Professional Artistic Practice and Context by the University of East Anglia 2010: Returned to Cyprus and established a ceramic workshop near Paphos.
Artist Name: Peter Moore
Title: Galaxy II
Medium: Ceramic on wood
Size: 106x63 cm
Year Created: 2021
Price: €750
Country: England
Description: Fiery nebular at the dawn of creation
Title: Enigmatic impressed slab IV
Medium: Ceramic on wood
Size: 27x45 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €255
Country: England
Description: Archaeologists sometimes discover enigmatic objects, the purpose of which is unclear. This slab is an imagined such discovery.
Title: Shard Tray
Medium: Ceramic on wood
Size: 45x35 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €460
Country: England
Description: An imagined tray of shards (fragments) unearthed by an archaeological dig.
12. Irina Raus - Romani
https://www.instagram.com/punk_hamster
I began drawing at a very young age, learning techniques and exploring art through the internet. Inspired by watching my mother draw, my creativity is deeply rooted in nature, people, and my cultural heritage.
In the future, I aspire to open my own small shop where I can share my passion for art and crafts with others.
Artist Name: Irina Raus
Title: Aurora
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 28x24 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €95
Country: Romania
Description: It depicts an angelic figure
seen in a dream.
SOLD
Title: The Lady
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 60x90 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €115
Country: Romania
Description: It depicts a woman who has accepted her femininity and feels comfortable
in her skin.
13. Elham Razani - Iran
Elham Razani is a Persian multi-disciplinary artist whose 24-year career spans exhibitions across three continents and the Middle East. Known for her relentless curiosity and innovation. She first mastered hyper-realism and abstract painting before developing a distinctive technique that incorporates three-dimensional elements into her canvases, blurring the boundaries between painting and sculpture, showcasing her versatility and artistic range.
Her artistic journey began in Iran 1999, where she started teaching art while still a student. Sharing her knowledge brings her great fulfillment as she guides and inspires her students' creativity.
Her aim is to bring Artists together in one roof and create collaborative spaces for growth and expression.
BA - Fine Art - Northampton University/London
Elham Means “Inspiration” My name completes me to be an inspiring artist.
Artist Name: Elham Razani
Title: Identity
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 70x140 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €2850
Country: Iran
Description: In this blue-toned painting, I explore the bond between women and flowers, reflecting their shared grace, fragility, and quiet strength. While often admired for external beauty, both hold a resilience that transcends appearances. The pearls symbolize their inner worth and rarity, inviting viewers to see beyond the surface. Through rich hues and symbolism, the work challenges us to recognize the strength within softness and the power behind delicacy.
Title: Embraced
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 60x180 cm
Year Created: 2008
Price: €2250
Country: Iran
Description: This painting, rich in warm browns and shimmering golds, depicts a woman moving gracefully through a jungle bathed in earthy light. Surrounded by the deep, golden hues of her environment, she dances freely, becoming one with the wild. Her movements are more than physical; they are a journey of self-discovery, inspired by the words, "Stop acting so small; you are the universe in ecstatic motion." Rumi
Each step radiates energy and strength, reflecting the limitless potential within her. The golden tones highlight her connection to something greater, while the rich browns ground her in the natural world. In this dance, she finds freedom and a deeper understanding of herself, celebrating her inner strength and the beauty of her connection to the world around her.
14. Sharen Taylor - England - Cyprus
https://www.instagram.com/sharentaylormosaics
BA(Hons) Fine Art sculpture. 1982
Immediately after I followed a career in archaeological conservation training at The Institute of Archaeology London and British Museum.
In 2021 I put all my years of experience and skills into a new direction with the objective of; “carrying on the cultural heritage of mosaic making in modern materials. I have been teaching and creating works of art for the past 24 years.
Life is a creative journey, the creation of artworks becomes part of that journey. The unseen process is often more thrilling for me than the final piece.
Artist Name: Sharen Taylor
Title: Copper Boat
Medium: Copper, Fiberglass, Mosaic
Size: 35/40(h) x 70cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €3450
Country: England - Cyprus
Description: Handmade fiberglass mold with hammered copper sheeting with hand-cut mosaic work interior.
Title: Connections
Medium: Polystyrene, Natural Stone & Sea pebbles, Glass
Size: 55(h)
Year Created: 2016
Price: €1750
Country: England - Cyprus
Description: Carved polystyrene and coated base with hand-cut natural stone using the traditional method, natural sea pebbles carefully selected and hand-cut Italian vitreous glass.
Title: Mosaics and Fire
Medium: Mosaic, Burnt chipboard shelving, Tile boxes fused
Size: 120cm(h) x 35/40cm(w)
Year Created: 2024
Price: €2300
Country: England - Cyprus
Description: Burnt chipboard shelving with mounted tile boxes fused due to burning heat and chard Italian vitreous mosaic tiles.
15. Kiara Timm Cypriot – Italian
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Kiara’s art reflects her life journey, drawing inspiration from personal growth and lived experiences. As she evolves, so does the subject of her work. Her recent artworks focus on nature and seascapes.
Highlights include her piece Connected, showcased virtually at the Venice Biennale 2022, and her participation in the October 2021 edition of the Artists Book by Guto Ayajo Cultural Center, now part of Madrid’s Municipal Library's permanent collection. Paintings from her Waiting for the Sun series were featured in the virtual exhibition Beauty of Nature by Beauty Art Gallery, Canada, and included in their published booklet and magazine.
Her piece Purple Sunset was selected for the 11th All Women’s Competition by Light Space and Time Gallery, earning a top 15 nomination in mixed media. Kiara’s works reside in public and private collections worldwide.
Artist Name: Kiara Timm
Title: Poppies
Medium: Mixed Media on linen
Size: 50x40 cm
Year Created: 2019
Price: €520
Country: Cyprus - Italy
Description: Expressive floral painting
Title: Untitled 1
Medium: Acrylic/ mixed media on canvas
Size: 32x20 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €290
Country: Cyprus - Italy
Description: Expressive floral painting which can be part of a diptych.
Title: Untitled 2
Medium: Acrylic/ mixed media on canvas
Size: 32x20 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €290
Country: Cyprus - Italy
Description: Expressive floral painting
16. Katja Tonja - Croatia
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I'm presently a Papho-based artist. I mostly paint in acrylic or mix media. Modern and contemporary art are my biggest influence; colour is of huge importance as is experimenting with new materials. I've shown my work at prestigious exhibitions throughout Europe and Middle East including Cyprus.
Artist Name: Katja Tonja
Title: Others Deciding What Happens to Us
Medium: Acrylic on textured canvas
Size: 80x80 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1150
Country: Croatia
Description: This is a series of paintings inspired and influenced by present-day world events. They represent my thoughts and feelings for the people enduring unimaginable suffering due to wars, disputes, despotic governments, climatic disasters, and famine. We are witnesses to destruction, tragic displacement of people, loss of education, and eradication of future prospects for thousands of people and we watch and watch helplessly. We are indeed very lucky - we have beds to sleep in, we have food, we have freedom and we have PEACE.
Title: Invisible
Medium: Acrylic/Mix Media on board
Size: 66x53.5 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €810
Country: Croatia
17. Verena Venus - German
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Verena Venus is a dynamic artist whose journey has been shaped by resilience and self-discovery. Trained in art as a teenager, Verena encountered little encouragement, with one particularly dismissive teacher nearly extinguishing her passion. Despite this setback, after a childhood spent finding solace in opera singing and art, Verena ultimately reclaimed creativity as a path to healing.
A pivotal turning point came in Cyprus, where Verena rekindled her love for self-expression. This renewal sparked a powerful transformation that now defines her work, especially in a new series of women’s portraits that embody her journey of reinvention and self-acceptance.
Verena currently explores the vast world of color, experimenting with techniques that emphasize, omit, and manipulate hues to create impressions and illusions.
This exploration marks a new, conscious phase in her art a journey more deliberate and bold than in her childhood. Through each vibrant piece,
Verena Venus shares a story of resilience and transformation, inviting others to rediscover and embrace their creative spirits.
Artist Name: Verena Venus
Title: Monica
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 50x40 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1150
Country: Germany
Description: Woman's portrait with flowers and butterflies.
Title: Rosa
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 50x40 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1150
Country: Germany
Description: Woman's portrait with roses
18. Yaroslava Yanova - Ukraine
www.instagram.com/yanova_
Art is my passion. I am a student of Freshart College in Paphos. I love chaos and freedom.
Artist Name: Yaroslava Yanova
Title: Fluttering Spectrum
Medium: Mixed Media on canvas
Size: 50x40 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €345
Country: Ukraine
Description: This vibrant abstract painting captures a dynamic interplay of colors and shapes, reminiscent of the delicate fluttering of a butterfly's wings. The composition is a symphony of bright reds, purples, blues, and yellows, layered in a way that evokes movement and energy.
The fragmented and overlapping forms suggest the fleeting beauty of nature, caught in a moment of transformation.
Title: Pulse of Creation
Medium: Mixed Media on canvas
Size: 90x65 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €575
Country: Ukraine
Description: "Pulse of Creation" captures the vibrant and chaotic energy of the creative
process, where colors clash, blend, and evolve
into something new. Each brushstroke pulsates with life, reflecting the dynamic and
ever-changing nature of artistic inspiration.
19. Ilona Za – Belarus
Ilona Za is an artist with academic education and curator based in Cyprus. With a background in fine arts and a keen eye for detail, Ilona’s work was celebrated for its intricate details and vibrant colors. Ilona was heavily inspired by the natural beauty of her surroundings.
She spent countless hours sketching and painting the picturesque landscapes and vibrant flora that surrounded her, honing her skills and developing her own unique artistic style. As her career began to flourish, Ilona realized the importance of curating exhibitions to showcase the incredible talent of her fellow artists in Cyprus.
She brought together a diverse group of artists and organized group exhibitions that highlighted the rich cultural heritage and artistic diversity of the island.
Artist Name: Ilona Za
Title: The Nymph of the Anemone Field
Medium: Acrylic, silver leaf on canvas
Size: 80х60 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €1730
Country: Belarus
Description: Through a character created based on my appearance, I explore the fluctuations between the personal and the collective, the inner and the outer, the cultured and the wild, the dominant man who is part of nature. In ancient philosophy, Socrates formulated a worldview according to which man is the center of the universe and the goal of all events taking place in the world. I am trying to question the usual interpretation of reality and the illusory world of human domination over nature. We are infinitely a part of the living nature. We flow from one organic form to another, eternally striving for unity, and perfection but never achieving it.
Title: Bananas have never been as delicious as they are today
Medium: Acrylic, silver/golden leaf on canvas
Size: 100x75 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €2100
Country: Belarus
Description: In conditions of high speeds, continuous flow, and constant changes, we often miss the most important thing - this part. The daily simple joys of every moment
of life. The Paphos region is famous for its sunsets and banana plantations. Many people eat bananas every day and this is probably the most common fruit on Earth. But did you know that bananas are berries that grow on grass? Yes, the banana tree is nothing but the largest grass in the world, and the thick trunk is just a stalk. Bananas are not only yellow but also red and even black. In every everyday object and action, there is life itself. It is important not only to achieve the goal but also to enjoy on the way.
20. Jay Dahler - England
https://www.instagram.com/_jayaywhy_
Since a young age I have had an un-scratchable itch to create, to make something that I can touch and see that takes the place where nothing was. From the ages of about 12-15 I stopped making for reasons I cannot justify. Then as a stressed, sad and angry pubescent boy I started to paint. The itch of creativity came back, stronger than ever. Before the painting was even finished, I had started another and the cycle I had gotten on is still running to this day.
The urge to create became an obsession, a daily necessity. After long days and nights practicing my rediscovered passion, I knew what I wanted to do every day for the rest of my life. This led me to having my first ever solo exhibition at the Makers Space titled ‘Beginning’ in the summer of 2022. The show was a huge success and taught me a lot. Shortly after that I left Cyprus to further my painting skills at university, now I am in my final year of my Fine art course at Manchester. My work these days revolves around humour and the absurdity of human experience. The works I have submitted range in topic but the eagerness to be funny and absurd traces through.
Artist Name: Jay Dahler
Title: Warm Brew
Medium: Acrylic and Oil on Wood board
Size: 90x 65 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €460
Country: Italy
Description: Made after an exhibition and in-between travelling the surface is made of recycled and found materials. Meaning is for the viewer to create.
Title: A Trip at the Seaside
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 100x 80 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €400
Country: Italy
Description: Inspired by a trip at the beach years ago and derived from a sketch on some tissue paper I had in the moment.
