In Alchemy - 'the process of transmutation by which to fuse or reunite with the divine or original form' - the transformation of the Matter is entwined with its spiritual transformation. Swinging between powerful positions to accusation of witchcraft at times, women gave a great contribution to alchemy. The celestial body represented by Gold is the Sun. The metal was highly valued by the ancient Egyptians, Irish, Romans, Asians, Africans, and Central Americans. It was believed to represent perfection and purity. A symbol of wealth, prosperity, authority and charisma, it was supposed to aid in healing, protection, growth, and knowledge.
In Alchemy - 'the process of transmutation by which to fuse or reunite with the divine or original form' - the transformation of the Matter is entwined with its spiritual transformation. Swinging between powerful positions to accusation of witchcraft at times, women gave a great contribution to alchemy.
Silver is a real metal and is connected to the Moon. It is one of the 3 base metals in Alchemy. It is associated with philosophical traits of intuition, self-reflection, and inner wisdom. It is a feminine metal, a symbol of purity and is connected to the goddesses and spirits. Its energies include divination, healing, protection, emotion, love, wisdom, dreams, luck and wealth. It is symbolic of attributes such as vision, clarity, awareness, focus, persistence and subtle strength.
In Alchemy - 'the process of transmutation by which to fuse or reunite with the divine or original form' - the transformation of the Matter is entwined with its spiritual transformation. Swinging between powerful positions to accusation of witchcraft at times, women gave a great contribution to alchemy.
Copper is ruled by the planet Venus. It is one of the oldest metals and embodies the nurturing aspect of women and their youthfulness. It is associated with the matters of love & lust and symbolizes characteristics like charisma, feminine beauty, artistic creativity, affection, caring, and balance. It is also considered a healing metal that teaches about living a fulfilling life.
Towering 20 meters high over Tbilisi, in pure aluminum, Kartlis Deda stems from the ancient tradition of worshipping the mother-goddess. She holds a sword in one hand and a cup of wine in the other. She follows in the footsteps of Mater Matuta of the Etruscans, Tanit of Carthage and Anahita of Persia.
She is given an unusual honor: she is the most loved woman in Georgia. She is the silent defender and carer. Yet, she does not, in fact, exist. Why do we create and normalize unattainable role-models? Is there a discrepancy between the portrayal of this goddess and what we expect of those around us? Can we see the people around us without putting them on a pedestal or putting them down?
This serie of works presents real people without idolization. Without pretense of perfection. Juxtaposing Kartlis Deda to my subjects, I ask: where do we stand?
Towering 20 meters high over Tbilisi, in pure aluminum, Kartlis Deda stems from the ancient tradition of worshipping the mother-goddess. She holds a sword in one hand and a cup of wine in the other. She follows in the footsteps of Mater Matuta of the Etruscans, Tanit of Carthage and Anahita of Persia.
She is given an unusual honor: she is the most loved woman in Georgia. She is the silent defender and carer. Yet, she does not, in fact, exist. Why do we create and normalize unattainable role-models? Is there a discrepancy between the portrayal of this goddess and what we expect of those around us? Can we see the people around us without putting them on a pedestal or putting them down?
This serie of works presents real people without idolization. Without pretense of perfection. Juxtaposing Kartlis Deda to my subjects, I ask: where do we stand?
Towering 20 meters high over Tbilisi, in pure aluminum, Kartlis Deda stems from the ancient tradition of worshipping the mother-goddess. She holds a sword in one hand and a cup of wine in the other. She follows in the footsteps of Mater Matuta of the Etruscans, Tanit of Carthage and Anahita of Persia.
She is given an unusual honor: she is the most loved woman in Georgia. She is the silent defender and carer. Yet, she does not, in fact, exist. Why do we create and normalize unattainable role-models? Is there a discrepancy between the portrayal of this goddess and what we expect of those around us? Can we see the people around us without putting them on a pedestal or putting them down?
This serie of works presents real people without idolization. Without pretense of perfection. Juxtaposing Kartlis Deda to my subjects, I ask: where do we stand?
oil on canvas
80x100cm
Towering 20 meters high over Tbilisi, in pure aluminum, Kartlis Deda stems from the ancient tradition of worshipping the mother-goddess. She holds a sword in one hand and a cup of wine in the other. She follows in the footsteps of Mater Matuta of the Etruscans, Tanit of Carthage and Anahita of Persia.
She is given an unusual honor: she is the most loved woman in Georgia. She is the silent defender and carer. Yet, she does not, in fact, exist. Why do we create and normalize unattainable role-models? Is there a discrepancy between the portrayal of this goddess and what we expect of those around us? Can we see the people around us without putting them on a pedestal or putting them down?
This serie of works presents real people without idolization. Without pretense of perfection. Juxtaposing Kartlis Deda to my subjects, I ask: where do we stand?
During the Covid 19 Lockdown I made three portrait of one of my best friend. She was the last person I hugged and we have been separated for 2 months. She became my company in my studio
During the Covid 19 Lockdown I made three portrait of one of my best friend. She was the last person I hugged and we have been separated for 2 months. She became my company in my studio
Oil on canvas
80x100cm
2016
Oil on canvas
80x80cm
2016
Hommage to Antonio Donghi
Oil on canvas
80x100cm
2014
Oil on canvas
80x80cm
2015
Oil on canvas
80x80cm
2012
Oil on canvas
Oil on canvas
80x100cm
2011
Oil on canvas
80x80cm
2015
Oil on canvas
80x800cm
2010
Oil on canvas
70x100cm
2007
Oil on canvas
70x100cm
2005
Oil on canvas
100x70cm
Oil on canvas
100x100cm
2005
Oil on canvas
70x100cm
2005