Group Exhibition of 12 Artists Inspired by Tenerife
17 September(Private view)-15 October’25
Olivia Star/Olivia Centre - Gdańsk, Poland
ENG
The exhibition Viva Tenerife! presents the work of twelve artists who participated in artistic residencies in Tenerife. Their paintings are personal reflections, effects, and visual impressions inspired by the impact of emissions—its landscapes, light, culture, and the spirit of places.
The exhibition will be presented in the unique space of Olivia Star – in the lobby, with the palm house as a backdrop, further emphasizing the subtropical nature of the location with a supportive setting, created in an atmosphere full of nature and light.
Organizers: Cosma Gallery VivaQi Gallery Olivia Centre
*The exhibition will be open until mid-October **Free admission
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Wystawa Viva Tenerife! to wyjątkowa prezentacja prac dwunastu artystek, które wzięły udział w rezydencjach artystycznych na Teneryfie. Ich obrazy to osobiste refleksje, emocje i wizualne impresje inspirowane niezwykłą energią wyspy — jej krajobrazami, światłem, kulturą i duchem miejsca.
Ekspozycja zostanie zaprezentowana w wyjątkowej przestrzeni Olivia Star – w lobby na tle palmiarni, co dodatkowo podkreśli subtropikalny charakter wydarzenia i stworzy scenerię sprzyjającą zanurzeniu się w atmosferze pełnej natury i światła.
W projekcie biorą udział: Anna Bocek, Karolina Zimnicka, Rita Staszulonok, Anita Cempa, Natalia Biegalska, Eugenia Rewera, Marta Wycech, Anita Isabelle Klein, Alina Walkusz, Agata Grendowicz, Ella Cisha oraz Anna Moon.
Wernisaż: 17 września 2025 godz.17.00
Miejsce: Olivia Star/Olivia Centre Al. Grunwaldzka 472 c, 80-309 Gdańsk, Polska
Organizatorzy: Cosma Gallery VivaQi Gallery Olivia Centre
*Wystawa będzie otwarta do połowy października **Wstęp wolny
Jorge Pérez Rodríguez is an artist born in La Laguna (Tenerife, Canary Islands), where he currently resides.
He studied Graphic Design for four years at the Fernando Estévez School of Art and obtained his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Faculty of Fine Arts in La Laguna. Although, as he says, "I have acquired most of my training at my own studio via researching and practical innovating in traditional techniques."
Jorge says: "I am going to define myself as I am being defined out in the world... hyperrealist. Let's say it is a fantasy work, that tends towards realism."
Jorge is currently showing at VivaQi Gallery a body of works called Borondon.
In Jorge Perez Rodriguez paintings from this series the lines dividing visible/invisible & above/below can reflect our conscious and unconscious states, at times merging, disappearing, appearing in different locations.
The result is a mixture of surrealistic stories and abstract style depicted in oil techniques on paper and canvas.His paintings are available as originals and limited edition prints.
The Borondon* myth refers to a legendary tale from the Canary Islands. It is a story of a mysterious island that supposedly appears and disappears from view, often described as a place of paradise or an earthly utopia.
*Borondon Myth
1. Mysterious Island: Borondon is often depicted as a beautiful, lush island that can be seen from the shores of Canary Islands, particularly La Palma, but cannot be reached. It is said to be visible under certain conditions, sometimes shrouded in mist or clouds.
2. Protagonists: The myth typically features sailors or fishermen who spot the island and attempt to reach it. However, they often find that it eludes them, leading to various interpretations about its existence.
3. Symbolism: Borondon is often seen as a symbol of unattainable dreams or desires. It represents a place of beauty and tranquility that one can see but never fully access, echoing themes of longing and the pursuit of the ideal.
4. Cultural Impact: The legend of Borondon has permeated local culture and folklore, inspiring stories, art, and even music. It reflects the rich oral traditions of the Canary Islands and the fascination with the sea and the unknown.
5. Historical Context: Over the years, the myth has been linked to various historical explorations and maritime legends, sometimes associated with the search for lost lands or treasures.
The Borondon myth continues to be a significant part of the cultural heritage of the Canary Islands, encapsulating the allure of the ocean and the mysteries that lie just beyond the horizon.
Alina Walkusz is a graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk, Poland. She has been a teacher for many years preparing young people for artistic studies in Poland & abroad.
Currently, she is involved in her own creative activity in the field of post-impressionism & abstractionism. She takes part in projects, open-air events and collective/individual exhibitions in Poland and abroad. One of them is her solo exhibition in Tenerife in May 2024 in our pop-up gallery VivaQi.
As an artist she is constantly searching and exploring…more
Margarita Barnas is an artist of Polish origin residing in the Canary Islands, Spain.
Barnas diminishes the concept of difference between art and craftsmanship in her works, subverting the hierarchies between high and low culture, as she does in her daily work as a nurse.
On 28 October 2023, at VivaQi Gallery pop-up space, in her first solo exhibition, she presents her collection of abstracts, mainly but not exclusively, in fluid acrylic paint technique on canvas, boards and 3D objects. …more
11 June 2023 (private view) – 23 July 2023 Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Anna Ciok – watercolour on paper
Anna Ciok is a Polish artist based in Canary Islands.
Her paintings are a masterful blend of watercolour, ink and dry pigments. Bursting with peace, joy, and lightness, they can complement and enliven many interior space.
She has exhibited in our Pop-up Gallery VivaQi in Tenerife, between 11 June 2023 – 23 July 2023….more
03 December 2022( private view) – 05 February 2023, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Anita Isabelle Klein – ‘Orange Flower’ acrylic on canvas
Anita Isabelle Klein is a Polish born British artist, product & interior designer based in London, UK & Canary Islands, Spain.
She creates in a variety of 2D & 3D media for private collectors, high end residential, public & hospitality spaces.
Her paintings in particular have a vibrant multidimensional quality as an expression of visible & invisible surroundings to uplift, transform and revitalise space.
Anita’s art and designs are the inspiration behind her lifestyle brand, VivaQi, for interior surfaces on various materials and fashion collections…more
You are invited to present your artworks for evaluation to take part in group or solo pop-up exhibitions in London-UK, Tenerife-Canary Island or TriCity-Poland
We would like to invite you to apply by email with a short resume/info and photo samples of artwork. 2D or 3D original artwork will be considered.
Open Call for architects and designers
We are assembling an exhibition of art works by architects and designers. Exhibition of curated works will be held online and in pop-up galleries in Tenerife, (Canary Islands), London ( UK) and TriCity(Poland).
We would like to invite you to apply by email with a short resume/info and photo samples of artwork. 2D or 3D original artwork will be considered.
Dates/exact locations to be confirmed. We would like to invite you to apply & connect.
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