Ariane Konstantinovskaia
Ariane Konstantinovskaia Ariane Konstantinovskaia is an artist whose work reflects the poweful expressions of the human soul. A graduate from the Ecole Nationale des Art Decoratif de Paris, Ariane is a passionate and engaged artist whose work embodies both the polarities as well as the similarities between cultures. Led by her deep curiosity and intrigue to understand human nature and the intricate tapestry of the human emotion, Ariane’s work is soulful in nature that reveals a graceful beauty, a resilient strength and a tinge of depth, all of which are a direct extension of her own personal life experiences. A family friend of the von Bueren family, Ariane is a French artist of Russian, Danish, German and Italian descent. Having previously worked with the von Bueren family in Cannes, there was a natural unfolding to showcase Ariane’s work in the upcoming‘Art in the Courtyard’ series. Inspired by her extensive travels through Asia and Europe, Ariane’s aspiration is to form a bridge between the Western and Eastern traditions.
40 Years Old Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 38 x 45 cm. “This one is acrylic on canvas - 40 Years Old, 2011. I wanted to express my feelings through this mixed eurasian lady on the day of my 40th birthday; happy, and sad at the same time. The paint drips remind me of the law of gravity and that time flies...�
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Lady Blue Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 100 x 81 cm. “Lady Blue, 2011, I met this Korean lady who is a singer. I was attraced by her voice, kindness and beauty, so I asked her to be my model for a while.�
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L’oeil AishwaryaRai Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 92 x 73 cm. L’oeil d’Aishawarya Rai, 2013, “I saw her at the Cannes film festival. She has got in her eye a kind of power. She catches the soul. I painted this one to decorate an indian wedding, which was why I put elephants in the background. They give luck, prosperity, and longevity to the couple.
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Plastic Surgery Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 73 x 92 cm. Plastic surgery, 2010. “This one is to make fun of the extreme obsession in our society to look younger.�
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The Artist
Barbie Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 65 x 54 cm. 2013, In Europe, especially in France, all the little girls used to play with this doll. For girls, she reflects perfection and success.
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When West Meets East Technique: Acrylic on canvas Size: 92 x 73 cm. 2012, Barbie and Suzie Wong meeting in the same screen. Barbie represents the West and Suzie represents the East. Both of them reflect beauty.
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Vertigo Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 55 x 46 cm. Vertigo, 2011, “Korean singer: music can hypnotize or dizzy spell you.”
Ariane Konstantinovskaia The Artist
Marilyn Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 146 x 114 cm. Marilyn, 2012 “Iconic woman with a fragile destiny.�
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Opera Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 73 x 92 cm. Opera, 2010 “I am always working with music; it helps me to concentrate. I discovered the Peking Opera when I was a teenager. I love the stange noises and sounds made by the Peking Opera. The makeup, the clothes, the attitude; all so far from caucassian customs!
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The Artist
Chanel Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 73 x 92 cm. Chanel, 2009. “She’s spoiled but she’s got small feet; meaning she cannot stand up; gold tears are dripping; absurd conditions for those chinese women in the past. In homage to women tortured in the world.”
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The Artist
Lips Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 81 x 54 cm. Lips, 2007; “lips + lipstick can be also be called: Love parade or after love..”
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Black Pearl Technique: Acrylic on canvas Size: 73 x 92 cm. 2005, “She is showing her chest but she is still shy and reserved. She is wearing a black pearl necklace; a present from her lover.
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Nadia Technique: Acrylic on canvas Size: 73 x 92 cm. 2005, “She’s natural, simple without tricks. She’s got black paint on her to make her appear more abstract.”
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The Artist
Black Magic Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 60 x 73 cm. Black Magic, 2006, “In Africa, women are different, strong,” nonchalante and peacefull. Those were certainly my feelings at the time.”
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The Artist
Thailand Technique: Acrylic and collage on canvas Size: 100 x 70 cm. Thailand, 2005 “This represents the mix between the past and the respect to the long-standing customs through this dancer.�
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