The Georgian artist showcases her colorful and expressive paintings at ATINATI’S Culture Center
Sofo Cherkezishvili, a renowned Georgian artist and teacher, is presenting her personal exhibition at ATINATI’S Culture Center in Tbilisi. The exhibition, which opens on February 9, features a selection of her paintings from different series and periods, all reflecting her feminine perspective and personal diary. The exhibition is part of the cycle of exhibitions of works preserved in ATINATI’S collection.
The face of identity
One of the most striking elements of Cherkezishvili’s paintings is the repetition of the female face, which expresses the same identity in various contexts and emotions. The face, which resembles the artist herself, is often accompanied by Georgian fonts, symbols, and motifs, creating a connection between the individual and the collective, the personal and the cultural. The face is also a way of exploring the inner world of the artist, her feelings, thoughts, and dreams.
The bright colors of imagination
Another distinctive feature of Cherkezishvili’s paintings is the use of bright and vivid colors, which contrast with the often dark and gloomy reality of Georgia. The colors are a manifestation of the artist’s imagination, which transcends the boundaries of time and space, and creates a fantastical and whimsical atmosphere. The colors are also a means of expressing the emotions and moods of the artist, ranging from joy and love to sadness and anger.
The themes of femininity
Cherkezishvili’s paintings are also influenced by her gender and the role of women in Georgian society. The themes of femininity, motherhood, sexuality, and empowerment are recurrent in her work, as well as the challenges and struggles that women face in a patriarchal and conservative environment. The artist uses her paintings as a form of resistance and liberation, as well as a celebration of the diversity and beauty of women.
The exhibition details
The exhibition of Sofo Cherkezishvili will be open at ATINATI’S Culture Center from February 9 to February 23, 2024. The opening hours are from 10:00 to 18:00, from Monday to Friday. The entrance is free and open to the public. The exhibition is a unique opportunity to witness the artistic vision and talent of one of the most prominent and influential Georgian artists of the contemporary scene.
