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In Conversation: With The Artist Sofia Akimova
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Sofia Akimova
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Yana Karnaukhova
Sofia Akimova, a talented artist born in Dushanbe in 1988, a contemporary artist known for her large multi-figure compositions, explores the complex relationships between individuals and the world around them. Her canvases come to life, the characters organically intertwine, forming a living organism that simultaneously creates and obeys. Sofia’s fascinating works encourage viewers to think about the deep connection between people and their environment.
Sofia Akimova
Sofia Akimova
“Sofia does not fix reality, but reflects her observation of it.”
Sofia Akimova
Sofia Akimova
Sofia Akimova
Sofia Akimova
In her own words, she describes her characters as unaware of their roles, but deeply connected by invisible threads. It is the viewer who witnesses this relationship, observing together with the artist herself. Through her artistic prism, the psychology of a person and his social roles come to the fore, their shades change with each change in the environment. The result is a bright tapestry of contrasting emotions and experiences.
Smooth lines, deep colors, the play of chiaroscuro and unearthly shapes that dissolve in space combine to create an atmosphere similar to a mystical movie. Sofia’s closeness to the Symbolists and her admiration for the work of director David Lynch are evident in her own artistic expression. Like a director creating his own film, she draws plots that evoke a whole range of emotions, sometimes even causing strange and unexpected feelings in the viewer. However, this charm serves to immerse the audience deeper into its artistic world.
Sofia Akimova
Sofia Akimova
“Sofia’s art is an invitation to embrace the unknown, embark on a journey of self-discovery and rethink our place in the grand tapestry of life.”
The artist’s conscious choice of large formats further enhances the immersive nature of her works. Each canvas becomes a whole story waiting for a solution and imagination, inviting the audience to go on stage and become an integral part of the mystical action. Sofia’s art beckons us to a deep exploration of human experience, forcing us to think about our own place in the complex fabric of existence.
With each stroke of the brush, the artist creates a visual language that transcends the boundaries of traditional art forms. Her multi-figure compositions serve as portals to a realm where reality and imagination intertwine, leaving viewers fascinated and hungry for more. Her ability to evoke deep emotions and encourage introspection through her art strengthens her place on the contemporary art scene as a skilled storyteller. When we dive into the depths of mystical narratives by Sofia Akimova, we are reminded of the power of art to convey, inspire and challenge our perception.
With her work, she invites us to think about the complexities of human existence, the interaction between individuals and their environment, as well as the myriad emotions that shape our shared reality. Sofia’s art is an invitation to embrace the unknown, embark on a journey of self-discovery and rethink our place in the grand tapestry of life.
