The exhibition of Georgian artist Eto Gzirishvili will be open at the Street Gallery exhibition space in Theatre Factory 42 from June 15.
"Naive Dreams" is an exhibition that explores the depths of the unconscious mind. The concept behind the exhibition originated from the artist's experiences while studying psychoanalysis, where a profound connection between dreams and the symbolism embedded within was discovered.
The artist's exploration led to the recognition of parallels between the symbols in its dreams and elements from Greek and Georgian myths. Intrigued by the spontaneous and raw nature of Georgian myths, the artist sought to uncover the links between these ancient narratives and the symbols deeply rooted in her unconscious memories, particularly those intertwined with childhood experiences.
“It is interesting that I found the shapes of the dreams to be blunt and inflexible, like the simplicity found in children's drawings. To capture these forms, I started a quest to understand the rigidity of my unconscious mind and its connection with the simplicity of Georgian art. Even though I had learned artistic techniques, I tried to recreate the forms from my childhood consciousness.” - Eto Gzirishvili.
This exhibition offers a journey through the artist's dreams and the intertwining of their subconscious with ancient symbols, pictographs, and myths. It invites viewers to ponder their own place within a greater whole, as illuminated through the lens of the artist's introspective exploration.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Eto Gzirishvili holds a bachelor's degree in textile design from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts and later pursued a master's degree in commercial graphics. Her professional journey began at a publishing house, where she specialized in book designs and illustrations. Currently, Eto works as a graphic designer and illustrator at various advertising agencies.
In 2017, Eto was honored with an international residency for young illustrators at the Comic Continent in Müncheberg, Germany, an experience that significantly enriched her artistic perspective. Eto draws inspiration from archaeological findings, historical events, myths, and rituals. The process of researching and creating illustrations brings her immense joy, as she considers illustration to be a captivating journey through both real and fictional narratives.