Artist Bio:

Jelena Duma is a visual artist originally from Belgrade, Serbia, currently residing and working in Toronto and Lisbon. She blends her extensive background in art, music, mathematics, and spiritual psychotherapy to create paintings that explore the intersections of dreams, the subconscious, ocean life, and ecological themes within surreal landscapes. Her work is influenced by metaphysical philosophy and the minimalist art movement, which is reflected in her approach to both subject matter and style. Her paintings have been exhibited in various cities including Lisbon, Madrid, Brussels, Belgrade, and Toronto.

Artist Statement:

My artistic practice is an exploration of the surreal landscapes that reside at the convergence of dreams, the subconscious, and the natural world. Working primarily with oil and acrylic on canvas, I strive to manifest visions where each piece serves as a passage into the depths of the psyche. Drawing from metaphysical philosophy and minimalism, I aim to strip down the chaos of existence to its bare essentials, using the canvas as a medium to experiment. Through my work, I hope to offer a space for viewers to explore their own reflections and to confront the surreal complexities of their subconscious. This ongoing dialogue between the internal and external worlds is what I seek to encapsulate in my paintings, making each piece not only a representation of my own artistic exploration but also a mirror reflecting the viewer's personal journey.

Exhibition History:

2024

Propeller Gallery, Toronto, group exhibition

Monat Gallery, Madrid, group exhibitions

Art Expo Venezia Biennale, Venezia, group exhibition

2023

Atelier da Graca, Lisbon, solo exhibition

Brussels Art Fair, Brussels, Belgium, art fair

Spectrum Miami, Miami, USA, group exhibition

Propeller Gallery, Toronto, group exhibition