London, United Kingdom
Arina Orlova is a London based visual artist. Her paintings are studies of modern mythology through ...
About the artist
Joined In 2012
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About the artist
Joined In 2012
(6 Followers)
Arina Orlova is a London based visual artist. Her paintings are studies of modern mythology through the lens of popular culture and contemporary cinema.
Myths are the stories we tell in order to understand our complex and contradictory world. All civilisations have created myths to represent their unconscious beliefs. Shaped and reshaped by the dynamic process of telling, listening, and reflection myths evolve and hold a mirror to society.
Arina’s work focuses on popular cultural heritage, its heroes and the artefacts they employ, seeking patterns, rhymes and synergies.
The artist creates acrylic paintings with elements of gold leaf on board and canvas. Her works reference influences from pop art, film as well as traditional religious iconography. The ‘mythological characters’ that she captures are instantly recognisable, connecting with the viewer on a subconscious level.
Arina works from her South London studio.
University of the arts London
Camberwell College of Arts
MA Visual Arts / Illustration
The Other Art Fair London March 2025
The Other Art Fair London October 2024
Women in Art Fair, Mall Gallery, London — October 2024
Solo show at & Osteo, London — January–March 2024
Women in Art Fair, Mall Gallery, London — October 2023
FRAMES & FACADES, Curious Kudu Gallery, London — 3–28 May 2023
KILLS & KISSES, CueB Gallery, London
TRICKSTER: THE IMAGINARY MIND, Forman’s Smokehouse Gallery, London
HEROES & VILLAINS, VZ Gallery, London
FOOL'S GOLD, Cultivate Gallery, London
Showed at the The Other Art Fair
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