Draft:Avidyā (Artist)

Artist
Avidyā
Artist Avidyā
Years active	2023–Present
Notable work	Deception (Love is in the Air); Nightmare; Eye of the Universe;
Movement	Contemporary Art
Website	www.artist-avidya.com

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Avidyā is a contemporary artist whose work explores themes of human suffering, compassion, and transformation. The name Avidyā, derived from the Sanskrit term for "ignorance," reflects a philosophical concept of obscured understanding, which influences their artistic vision. Avidyā’s works aim to bridge the complexities of human emotions by examining the interplay between pain and hope.

Avidyā’s notable series include Unveiling Suffering, Embracing Love and Light, and Innocent Enchantment.^[1] These series delve into existential themes, using art as a medium for introspection and emotional connection. Avidyā has described their work as a platform to illuminate hidden struggles, promoting solidarity and emotional solace through creativity.^[2]

Artistic Style

Avidyā’s art spans several mediums, including:

Exhibitions^[3]

Avidyā has participated in several exhibitions worldwide, showcasing their work in both solo and group settings.

Solo Exhibitions

Avidyā? Vidyā?, The Oneness Gallery, RWS Gallery, London, United Kingdom, 6th - 11th Jul 2024^[4]
無明？明？, The Oneness Gallery, Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, Hong Kong, 9th - 14th Oct 2024

Group Exhibitions

Gallery Steiner, Vienna, Austria, 24th Jul - 19th Aug 2023
Captaloona Art Gallery, Madrid, Spain, 18th Sep - 17th Oct 2023
Galleria Antonio Battaglia, Brera, Italy, 17th - 27th Jan 2024

Media Coverage

Avidyā’s work has gathered attention in international media. Their exhibitions and artistic philosophy have been featured in:

References

^ "The Oneness Gallery - Independent Online Gallery". The Oneness Gallery. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Artist Profile - Avidyā". Aesthetica. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Exhibitions". Avidyā. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Exhibitions". Royal Watercolour Society. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Transformation Connections". Aesthetica. 9 August 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "揭露人性：走進Avidyā藝術之旅". AM730. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Avidyā? Vidyā? - Exhibition at Royal Watercolour Society". Art Rabbit. 16 May 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". AsiaOne. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "揭露人性：走進Avidyā藝術之旅". Hong Kong Economic Times. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "揭露人性：走进Avidyā艺术之旅". Sina. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". Taiwan News. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". The Sun. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "藝術品投資顯港家辦優勢". Wen Wei Po. 8 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[1] "The Oneness Gallery - Independent Online Gallery". The Oneness Gallery. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[2] "Artist Profile - Avidyā". Aesthetica. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[3] "Exhibitions". Avidyā. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[4] "Exhibitions". Royal Watercolour Society. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[5] "Transformation Connections". Aesthetica. 9 August 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[6] "揭露人性：走進Avidyā藝術之旅". AM730. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[7] "Avidyā? Vidyā? - Exhibition at Royal Watercolour Society". Art Rabbit. 16 May 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[8] "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". AsiaOne. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[9] "揭露人性：走進Avidyā藝術之旅". Hong Kong Economic Times. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[10] "揭露人性：走进Avidyā艺术之旅". Sina. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[11] "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". Taiwan News. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[12] "Unveiling Humanity: A Journey Through Avidyā's Art". The Sun. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[13] "藝術品投資顯港家辦優勢". Wen Wei Po. 8 September 2024. Retrieved 1 December 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

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