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Givi Siproshvili – Original Georgian Artist. Biography and Best Pictures

Givi Irakliyevich Siproshvili
Born: 1940 (according to some sources, on 24 September), Georgia
Nationality: Georgian
Occupation: Professional artist painter, graphic artist, and sculptor
Unique distinction: Givi Siproshvili is known for his unique variety of styles and deep understanding of the world around him. His art is characterized by its originality, versatility and uniqueness of art vision.
His creative trends: Art Nouveau, modern, abstractionism, impressionism, and expressionism.
Influenced by: Kornelli Sanadze and Ucha Japaridze
Early influences: The themes of many of his works were greatly influenced by the Georgian folk art, ancient culture and history of Georgia. The rich artistic traditions of the Caucasus region played a role in shaping Siproshvili’s early artistic sensibilities.
Styles: Siproshvili is known for his diverse and unique style.
His art is characterized by a combination of realistic and expressionist elements, with a focus on the human figure and the emotions it conveys.
He effortlessly navigates through different styles, ranging from realism and impressionism to symbolism and abstraction.
Genres: His works are characterized by a variety of genres such as portrait, landscape, still life, and symbolic compositions.
Subjects: Givi Siproshvili often depicts ordinary people in their everyday lives, capturing the essence of their existence and also using historical and mythological themes.
Techniques: In his works he applies several authors’ own developed painting techniques, using different materials and technology of overlaying many layers of paint.
Art Mediums: Siproshvili works with various mediums, including paint on canvas, paper, and sculpture. His mediums of choice include oils, acrylics, and mixed media, allowing him to express his artistic vision in various textures and layers.

Givi Siproshvili. Wilonchilist

Education: In 1964, he entered the Academy of Arts in Tbilisi at the Faculty of Graphic Arts. A year later he transferred to the faculty of painting. His teachers in the Academy of Arts were prominent artists such as Kornelli Sanadze, Koki Maharadze, Lapiashvilli, and Ucha Japaridze. Being a student in the Academy, he took part in many All-Union artistic exhibitions. In 1971, he graduated from the Tbilisi Academy of Arts with a speciality in painting.
This rigorous academic background equipped him with the technical skills and theoretical knowledge that would later underpin his artistic practice.
Professional milestones:
 1974: Became a member of the Union of Artists of both the USSR and Georgia.
2000: Joined the International Federation of Artists (UNESCO), gaining international recognition.
 2013: Became a member of the Union of Artists of Russia, further solidifying his artistic standing.
Achievements and contributions: Siproshvili’s main contribution to the art world lies in his ability to break free from stylistic constraints and embrace artistic exploration.
His diverse body of work challenges viewers’ perceptions and sparks conversations about creativity, identity, and the human experience.
Also took part in art exhibitions of near and far abroad countries – Germany, America, Poland, Czech Republic, Canada and other countries.
Numerous works of the artist are in collections and museums in Russia, Georgia, the former Soviet Union, America, Czechoslovakia, Poland, Germany, France, Canada and other countries.
The works are in the collection of the residence of the Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia the Second, by whom the artist was personally accepted and blessed for creative activity.
Personality and interests: Givi Siproshvili is known for his deep understanding of the world around him and his unique artistic style. His artwork suggests a passionate and inquisitive individual driven by a deep appreciation for beauty and a constant search for artistic expression. The artist’s work expresses his worldview and life position.

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