The Artist
Eleni Simoni is a multi - disciplinary artist based in Thessaloniki, Greece
Artist Bio:
Simoni is an artist who has made an impression due to her raw talent and her contemporary approach to art. She has been recognised worldwide and has been featured in magazines such as British Vogue, Vanity Fair and Tatler. Her world is surrounded by Greek elements, flowers, coloured auras and a pink melancholy that has been commented on in various interviews.
Her unique technique that combines photography and various mixed media has been distinguished among leading artists abroad, in exhibitions in Milan, London, Monte Carlo, Madrid and Greece. Simoni started working as an artist at the beginning of COVID, when she decided to return to Greece after 10 years of living in London. She has launched her personal Studio in Thessaloniki where she keeps creating new pieces. She is actively drawing her inspiration from feminine energy and “Modern muses” by an interview series she is hosting.
She is the co-founder of The Art Space - an artist community from artists by artists.
Her inspiration is love, the auras of people and the elegance of a crying Greece.
She has participated in the Paris Expo - International Contemporary Art Fair represented by Van Gogh Gallery, "BALANCE" Exhibition VAN GOGH Art Gallery in Madrid, Cluster Contemporary Exhibition in London OXO Tower, Art Way in Paros Island, Enteka Athens, Arco Yucatan Exhibition in Athens, Monaco International Art Fair represented by Van Gogh Gallery , Van Gogh Madrid Exhibition, Visual Space Featured Artist, Myro Gallery ‘Anti-stress’ Exhibition, 100 Contemporary Greek Artists (Ostria Publications), Contemporary Art Curator ‘River of Dreams’ Exhibition, Visionary Art Collective ‘When Words fail’ Exhibition, Mads Milano ‘Philo poem’ Gallery Exhibition, Visual Space ‘Spring Virtual Exhibition’, Art Number 23 London – Athens, ΔΕΚΑ 5 / ΕΝΔΕΚΑ, Art Time Gallery Athens, Hansford and Sons, Greek Artists Hub & Woman Artist Collaboration
Solo Exhibitions at Naked Specialty, Ktima Delmare, Pikap, Bord de l’eau, Myro Gallery
Future Shows:
Medina Gallery in Rome Historical Center - April 2024
BARCELONA ART FAIR 2024 represented by Van Gogh Gallery- April 5th to 7th 2024
Has been featured in British Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler, Parallaxi, Glow Magazine, Lifo, Kathimerini, Pikap Community, The Art Space, Greek Artists Hub, Visual Space Magazine, Contemporary Art Curator, Polis Magazino, Kalo Mina (New York Magazine) , VOL UP (Paris Magazine)
Artist Statement:
Eleni Simoni is a Greek artist whose work is an exploration of adulthood through the eyes of her 4 year old self, when something terrible happened to her. Based in the vibrant city of Thessaloniki, her art seeks to unravel the layers of human existence and evoke a profound sense of introspection and a connection to feminine energy and nature.
Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of Greece, Eleni infuses her work with elements of sexuality, human auras, dark thoughts and horrible situations via a contrasting, sometimes ironical pink essence. Her creations serve as portals to ethereal realms, where contemporary narratives intertwine with dusty pink aesthetics . Through her art, she invites viewers to embark on a journey of self-discovery, unearthing fragments of their past while reflecting on the complexities of the present.
Her art has been described as unpretentious, as she is never too patronising to the viewer nor trying too hard to be seen as very “sophisticated”. She enjoys playing along with sophisticated meanings through the ephemeral glow of beauty.
The essence of Eleni's artistic process lies in the mastery of the superficial childhood symbols representing the profanity to a dark modern world and its contrasting views. Her techniques vary from painting abstract strokes on her printed photographs, mixed media abstracts as well as thought provoking collages. From the deserted, blossomed, distressed gardens cascading over the Aegean Sea to the earthy tones of nature’s ruins, her palette captures the essence of love and beauty through a distressed yet beautiful scenery.
Eleni's artistic practice extends beyond the confines of traditional mediums. She seamlessly transitions between painting, sculpture, and mixed media, embracing the freedom to experiment and explore new avenues of expression. This versatility allows her to breathe life into her concepts, pushing the boundaries of her artistic vision and offering a multidimensional experience to her audience.
Eleni's artistic journey is a celebration of female femininity, a vibrant exploration of the pleasures and complexities inherent in the realm of love. Through her art, she seeks to empower and inspire, inviting viewers to embrace their own inherent beauty and find joy in the multifaceted aspects of her artworks.
With an unapologetic embrace of colour and form, Eleni's creations come alive with a sensual energy that radiates from the canvas. Her paintings are a visual feast of lush textures, captivating patterns, and dynamic compositions. Each brushstroke is an ode to the richness of the female experience, invoking a sense of sensuality, strength, and vulnerability.