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LONDON ART BIENNALE 2025
17 - 22 JULY 2025 | CHELSEA OLD TOWNHALL | LONDON | UK

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​​From July 16 to 20, 2025, I had the honour of participating in the London Art Biennale 2025 - an extraordinary event that brought together artists from around the world. Selected from over 10,000 submissions, I was proud to exhibit my painting Naked Woman and to experience the energy and magic of this grand occasion.

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The piece, created in pencil and pastel, is large in scale - making the logistics quite a challenge. I built a custom crate, rented a large van, crossed by ferry to Harwich, and drove to London to personally deliver the work to the organisers.

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Three days later came the official opening: an unforgettable experience. Thousands of invited guests lined up in a near-endless queue, eager to view the artworks inside. The following day, the Biennale opened to the public, giving artists a chance to explore both their own work and that of others in a more reflective atmosphere.

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My work was given a beautiful spot in the exhibition space. The atmosphere was inspiring - the art on display was breathtaking in its beauty and variety. A strong sense of connection formed among the artists, many of whom I still keep in touch with, exchanging stories and experiences.​

​Sunday, July 20, was especially memorable. The final day of the Biennale included a closing ceremony and the awarding of prizes. To my surprise and great joy, my work received the Chianciano Museum Award - an honour that also means I have been selected to exhibit at the Chianciano Biennale in September 2026!​

​All in all, it was a truly special experience: enriching, inspiring, and deeply motivating. I return to the atelier with renewed energy - ready to explore more depth, expression, and strength in my work. A challenge and a calling for the year ahead!

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