Image by Helena Pliotis Photography
b. 1993. Athens, Greece.
Arietta Chandris is a multidisciplinary artist based in the UK who, through her work, seeks to invite viewers to contemplate the intricate ties that bind us to the world around us, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared existence within the natural landscape.
Drawing inspiration from a broad range of sources including symbolism, mythology and an exploration of cultural narratives, Arietta’s work is a profound study of the dynamic relationships between people and the natural world, reflecting her own beliefs that while the two are intrinsically and obviously intertwined, there also appears to be a growing disconnect in how people exist within the natural environment.
Arietta works primarily in oils, however her creative process is enriched by keeping detailed sketchbooks, research and experimentation with a diverse range of mediums including printmaking, embroidery and digital drawing. Engaging with a variety of creative methods serves to expand Arietta’s artistic vocabulary, something that she views as a critical component in encouraging creative growth.
The storytelling aspect of each piece is paramount to Arietta. Her approach is often intuitive and methodical in equal measure. With each idea, Arietta first explores a concept on instinct before diving into further research. This in turn fosters a back-and-forth dynamic between creating and researching that allows the narrative of each artwork to evolve thoughtfully and organically. As such, Arietta often likens the process of creating to having an open conversation with her ideas, research and materials until every detail falls into place.
Arietta holds a BSc in Anthropology from University College London and an MA in Arts and Cultural Management from King’s College London (2015-17). She has also completed short courses in painting, art history and art writing at Central Saint Martins (2014, 2015) and Sotheby’s Institute (2018). Arietta’s work has been exhibited in London and internationally, and has been featured in print and digital publications including BHMAgazino (2019, 2020) and Vanity Fair (2022). Alongside her practice Arietta has completed a number of commissions for private clients, and most recently has been teaching workshops exploring the process of creating art as a form of wellbeing. Arietta is currently a member of Saloon London, a network of woman identifying professionals in the arts with global reach.
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© 2024 All artwork shared on this website has been created by Arietta Chandris.
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Exhibitions
2024
Art Below Autumn Show, Group Exhibition, Ad Lib Gallery - London, UK
Awakening: The Journey to the 5th Dimension [Extended from 2023], Group Exhibition curated by Erica Bergsmeds, 237 Kensington High Street - London, UK
2023
Awakening: The Journey to the 5th Dimension, Group Exhibition curated by Erica Bergsmeds, 237 Kensington High Street - London, UK
Shapes and Things, Group Exhibition - Online
2022
Flower Power Art Show, Group Exhibition, Paperdoll Vintage - Long Island, New York
2021
2021 Refresh Gallery by Refresh Art Award, Group Exhibition - Online
‘The Tribe’ curated by MC Llamas, in Art In the Age Of Now, Group Exhibition organised by Art Below and Lamington Group, Fulham Town Hall - London, UK
2020
In Connection, Group Exhibition, Domatio - Athens, Greece
…You’ve Got Mail, Group Exhibition, Mom Art Space - Hamburg, Germany
Bunch of Kunst in Quarantine / Reflections on the Viral Vacuum, Group Exhibition - Online
People Like You + Me, Duo Exhibition, East London Liquor Company - London, UK
2019
Open Studio, Hackney WickED 10th Edition - London, UK
This is the end? Group Exhibition, The Candid Arts Trust - London, UK
Art Fairs + Markets
2021
The Hawk’s Nest Christmas Market - London, UK
Domatio Gallery Art Bazaar, Domatio Gallery - Athens, Greece
Workspace Christmas Market - London, UK
Press | Publications | Features
2024
Hyde Park Corner 2024, Billboard Campaign on London Underground organised by Art Below & Ad Lib Gallery | posted 7 October 2024
Shoutout Colorado, Meet Arietta Chandris, Artist | published 4 January 2024
2022
Vanity Fair, Interview: Meet the Artist, Arietta Chandris | published 17 November 2022
Saatchi Art, New This Week 01-10-2022 Curated Selection | published 10 January 2022
2021
The World of Interiors, Artistic Impressions, September 2021 Issue
The World of Interiors, Artistic Impressions, August 2021 Issue
Art Plugged, Female Rooms: An exhibition of work by female artists, as part of ‘Art in the Age of Now’ Fulham Town Hall | published May 2021
Time Out London, Fulham’s getting a great new 130-year old art space. For a bit. | published 16 March 2021
2020
BHMAgazino, Print Issue 162, September 2020 - Athens Greece
Athens Voice, In Connection: Ομαδική εικαστική έκθεση στο Δωμάτιο by Manos Nomikos | published 7 Sept 2020
The Menteur, 2020 Online Edition | published 2 June 2020
Gender Fluidity Blog, ‘People Like You + Me’ an Anti-Valentine’s Exhibition by Julia Howe and Arietta Chandris by Paco Del Rey | published 12 Feb 2020
FEM Zine, To Fall in Love, is it so Uncool? by Georgia Mitchell | published 9 Feb 2020
2019
BHMAgazino, Print Issue 118, November 2019 - Athens, Greece
Education & Further Qualifications
2017 | MA Arts and Cultural Management, King’s College London
2015 | BSc Anthropology, University College London
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2018 | Art History Intensive: From 1860’s to Today, Sotheby’s Institute
2018 | Writing for the Art World, Sotheby’s Institute
2015 | Mixed Media Painting, University of the Arts London: Central Saint Martins
2014 | Creative Painting, University of the Arts London: Central Saint Martins
© 2023 All artwork shared on this website has been created by Arietta Chandris.