Tempered by the Wind, 2025
Silvana Ilieva  

Sculpture : Textiles, object, Organic materials, vegetal fiber · 60 x 48 x 18 cm 23.6 x 18.9 x 7.1 inch

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60 x 48 x 18 cm 23.6 x 18.9 x 7.1 inch Height x Width x Depth

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Description

This artwork is an organic, swirling sculpture with a strikingly fluid form. The sculpture's looped structure suggests movement, drawing the eye along its sinuous path. Its surface features subtle variations in color, from soft earthy browns to muted grays, enhancing its natural appearance. The piece balances delicately as if defying gravity, evoking a sense of serene dynamism. Its abstract form invites various interpretations, from a nature-inspired motif to an exploration of continuity and change. This artwork stands out due to its exquisite craftsmanship and the seamless integration of form and texture, delivering a visually engaging experience that captivates viewers with its elegant simplicity and depth.

Abstract

Wall sculpture

Eco art

Beige

Bulgaria  • 1989

Presentation

Silvana Ilieva graduated in Painting from the National School of Fine Arts, followed by Scenography at NATFA. She studied Digital Arts before obtaining a Master's degree in Fiber Arts from the National Academy of Arts in Sofia.Through her art, Silvana is looking for the secret harmony between humans, the Earth, and the universe. She works with space, explores the rhythm of nature, and creates visual narratives in which the viewer is also a co-creator. Through the use of different techniques, she aims for optimal freedom of artistic expression.

Born 1989 in Sofia, Bulgaria

Education

National Academy of Arts, Sofia – Master's, Fiber Arts (2020–2022)
National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts “Krastyo Sarafov", Sofia – Bachelor, Set & Screen Design (2008–2014)
National School of Fine Arts “Iliya Petrov", Sofia – Painting (2003–2008)

MembershipsMember of the Union of Bulgarian Artists (UBA) since 2022Residencies

2023 – Art Residency, Leshten, Bulgaria
2012 – Via Pontica, Balchik, Bulgaria

Awards

2023 – Award for Large-Format Work, “Ether and Might" / Paper Art Biennial, National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2013 – First Prize, “Vision of the World", National Competition Golden Kuker, Bulgaria
2007 – Award, Annual Exhibition / Competition of the National School of Fine Arts, UBA – Shipka 6, Sofia
2005 – Award, Artistic Drawing Competition, National School of Fine Arts “Iliya Petrov"
2004 – Award, National Competition Dedicated to the Work of Yordan Radichkov
2002 – Award, Small Sculpture Competition, IOM Foundation

Solo Exhibitions

2025 – “Regeneration – contemporary art from hemp" – Curators: Teodora Konstantinova and Radoslav Mehandzhiyski, Art and Culture Today, Little Bird Place Gallery, Sofia
2024 – “Shapes of Change" – ГАРАЖ (GARAGE) / 48 Hours Varusha South Festival V.2, Veliko Tarnovo
2007 – “Istanbul Cats" – Debut Gallery, Sofia

Group Exhibitions

2025 – National Exhibition Sliven – 2025, Drama Theater “Stefan Kirov", Sliven
2025 – “Amateras Annual Exhibition / Competition for Paper Art", National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2024 – “From the Vault", Little Bird Place Gallery, Sofia
2024 – “Varna Contemporary", DOSEV popup space / BUNA Contemporary Art Forum, Varna
2024 – “Without Borders" / Paper Art Biennial, National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2024 – “Amateras Annual Exhibition / Competition for Paper Art", National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2024 – “Spring Salon" / National Exhibition for Contemporary Art, Hristo Tsokev Gallery, Gabrovo
2023 – “Assembly of Shame" and “Assembly of Anti-Art", DOZA Gallery, Sofia
2023 – “The Charm of the Thread", City Art Gallery Boris Georgiev, Varna
2023 – “Triennial of Mini Textile", Sofia Press Gallery, Sofia
2023 – “Made in Leshten", Little Bird Place Gallery, Sofia
2023 – “Ether and Might" / Paper Art Biennial, National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2023 – “Amateras Annual Paper Art Exhibition / Competition", National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2022 – “Urban Threads", Amorpha Cultural Space, Varna
2022 – “The Students: The Fine in Fiber Arts", National Palace of Culture, Sofia
2021 – “Art and Design", Center for Contemporary Art, Burgas
2018 – “Plutonic Love Songs" – audio-visual installation in collaboration with Maxim Mokdad, Æther Gallery, Sofia
2015 – “Assembly of Shame", Mozey Contemporary Art Open Space, Sofia
2014 – “Night Act in Entr'acte", Antrakt Gallery, Sofia
2014 – “Mini Body", Arosita Gallery, Sofia
2014 – “Yordan Parushev – Paper in Contemporary Art", Sirak Skitnik Gallery (Sliven); Rayko Aleksiev Art Hall (Sofia); Rafael Mihailov Gallery (Veliko Tarnovo); Bulgarian Cultural Institute (Paris, France)
2013 – “Vision of the World" – animated short – National Competition Golden Kuker
2012 – “The Paper in the Theatre" / Sofia Paper Art Fest, Vivacom Art Hall, Sofia
2007 – Annual Exhibition of the National School of Fine Arts, UBA – Shipka 6, Sofia
2006 – Annual Exhibition of the National School of Fine Arts, UBA – Shipka 6, Sofia
2005 – Artistic Drawing Exhibition, National School of Fine Arts “Iliya Petrov", Sofia
2004 – National Exhibition Dedicated to the Work of Yordan Radichkov, Bulgaria
2002 – Small Sculpture Exhibition, IOM Foundation

Art Fairs2025 – Sofia Art Fair, Sofia, Bulgaria

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