Mariya Boyanova
„Constantly connecting, constantly flowing.“
Chen Zhaokui
Art as a connection to nature and the cosmos
The paintings are an invitation to establish a deeper connection with nature and the cosmos. A connection that inspires and opens up new horizons of self-exploration.
A natural orientation towards landscape painting
I never decided to become a landscape painter. It is a completely organic result of a long process that has accompanied me for decades.
Even as a small child, I was fascinated by the immense power and beauty of nature, by its constant transformation and at the same time by its eternity, by its material and spiritual presence.
Respect and longing developed in me. Although nature can be unpredictable and violent, it gave me a sense of trust and security. I realized that the transformation in nature is not a catastrophe, but a necessary actualization.
Mountains, seas, skies and the birth of a vision
I grew up near an ancient volcano, with a direct view of the Vitosha mountain. People say it could erupt at any time, and the stone rivers from the last activity proved it.
I spent a long time observing the mountains and the night sky. What was really going on “behind the scenes” of the apparently calm landscape and the starry sky? What couldn’t I see?
This awakened my imagination and fascination and led me to artistically explore planetary processes and cosmic phenomena.
Abstraction as access to the depths of nature
When I paint, the impressions and insights from my observations rise up and the abstract landscapes emerge quite naturally. They are an act of “revelation”, an attempt to gain insight into inner processes, to see and understand them.
I do not strive for a correct representation of nature, but try to get closer to the spirit and radiance of the landscape and express it through painting.
The temporal dimension plays a major role in this process. How does the landscape change over a longer period of time that extends far beyond human life? Geomorphological processes, volcanism, tectonic shifts and cosmic influences take their place in the motifs of my artworks. They embody the dynamics of our vibrant planet.
Many of my art series deal with the balance between the timeless and the ephemeral, between creation and destruction, peace and violence, chaos and order.
From blindness to seeing
Painting is for me a highly intuitive, spontaneous act in which the invisible becomes visible – layer by layer. New worlds reveal themselves, which become observable and perceptible to both the viewer and my inner eye.
Art is a process of illumination that allows me to look deeper into myself and the world. It is a search for truth, for balance, for what truly is. I spend time observing and feeling the direction in which the artwork is developing in order to achieve the desired peace and harmony.
Experiment and organic materiality
I find random techniques very exciting, as their biochemical and physical properties bring an organic materiality and authentic aesthetic to the artworks.
In the field of tension between control and coincidence, I explore various experimental processes in order to integrate new forms of visual expression. I work with fluid colors, structures, layering and allow for processes that strongly imitate natural geomorphology and support the emergence of the landscape.
The Journey through Fine Arts and Design
My artistic professionalization began at the Academy of Fine Arts in Sofia, where I studied “Glass & Porcelain” – a classically oriented course with a strong focus on design, sculpture, graphics and painting. I was fascinated by working with clay, glass and porcelain and exploring their physical and chemical properties.
My diverse experiences in the fields of photography, design and art education have a major influence on my artistic work. Today they find expression in my paintings, which explore the interplay between material, space and deeper meaning.
Collector’s voices
The impact of the artwork exceeded all my expectations
„The artwrok arrived just before Christmas. It was a very special moment. The impact of the artwork exceeded all my expectations. The picture adds character to my home.”
– Angel B.
The heart of the artist is the most important thing for me. You can feel it.
„I was very impressed how the artwork filled my room with its beauty.”
– Yordanka S.
After a visit at the studio, I fell in love with this work of art
„The delivery went very well. You could tell that the painting was packed and sent by the artist herself.“
– Toni T.