Irfan Ajvazi

Artist Statement

I usually compare this to traditional sketches. I take snapshots, without looking for a special photo. I photograph a motif or figure that catches my eye and interests me. When I paint a picture, it is then that I compose—I find a figure interesting and search for something that goes together with it. At the end, the work is put together from different sources.

The medium of photography plays an important role of course, since it allows you to capture moments you could otherwise not capture—simply because of the speed of the camera. But at the same time, it is difficult to distinguish, since the artistic process is influenced by a number of things—things that have influenced me, such as film, commercials, media in general and art history.

One thing that interests me in Baudelaire‘s Essays, in his exploration of the painter of modern life, intriguingly highlights the idea that each historical era manifests its unique expressions across various aspects of existence – from attitudes, fashion, and discourse to architectural designs. This intricate aesthetic landscape essentially mirrors the essence of the period. However, amidst this transient surface, Baudelaire discerns another aspect – the timeless. Yet, he grapples with the elusive nature of capturing this eternal essence, acknowledging its complexity and the challenge in defining it. His essay predominantly revolves around the concept of beauty, which in itself remains elusive and multifaceted, characterized by its contingent nature, amalgamating various elements into a singular yet intricate concept.

Biography

Irfan Ajvazi (born 2001) is a Kosovan painter he received a Diploma in Graphic Design from Great Learning Academy in 2022.

Ajvazi is, a figurative painter, crafts tender scenes that expose the intricate subtleties of life. Through his skillful compositions, he conjures a realm filled with unspoken narratives, intimate moments, and romantic gestures.

He is interested in creating work that frame the moments of our life in which this idea reveals itself to ourselves.

Ajvazi is best known for his interior and exterior scenes, Ajvazi also paints still lifes, landscapes, figures and interior scenes.

Alongside painting, Ajvazi makes incredibly detailed colored pencil drawings, in an all-consuming process of mark making. Unlike his paintings which transform throughout the making, the challenging medium calls for the compositions to be decided beforehand.

Ajvazi puts a modern spin on figurative painting traditions. As an autodidact, he draws inspiration mainly from the Dutch Old Masters, who have proven to be his most consistent teachers. Ajvazi’s distinctive style began to take shape as he spent more and more time in front of the canvas.

Ajvazi draws from personal photographs, film stills, and references to art history.

Ajvazi has also worked in collage and drawing, often using colouring pencils.

Ajvazi has presented work in solo and group exhibitions internationally.

Irfan Ajvazi’s artworks can be found in major international collections, including the Fundacion Maceta, PiecePiece, Apricus Art Collection, The New Rebellion Art, Public Art Exhibit, Edelina Gallery, Tree Art Gallery.

He has participated in more than 10 group exhibitions and some solo exhibitions worldwide since 2020, including at VB Contemporary, Circular Art Space, The Holy Art Gallery, Dodomu Gallery, V-Art Union, Pearview Gallery, V-Art Union, Sfumato Art Gallery, PiecePiece, Omnibus Gallery, Make Art Gallery, Apricus Art Collection.

Sfumato Art Creatives

V-Art Union

VB Contemporary

Edelina Gallery

Partial Gallery

Plogix Gallery

The Pearview Gallery

THE HOLY ART

Apricus Art Collection

Manole Art Gallery

THE MOOD COLLECTOR

Gallery 247

The Holy Art

2024 V-Art Union “Beyond the Surface: A Solo Exploration of Realism”, Brussels, Belgium

2024 Sfumato Art Gallery “A Solo Online Exhibition”, New York

2024 ANASAEA “21st Century Visionaries”, Austria

2024 Arte – Virtual Gallery, “Reflections of Light and Shadows”

2024 D- Emptyspace, “Echoes of Solitude”, South Korea

2024 ShowYourArts, “A Solo Online Exhibition”, Canada

2024 Abstract Allegories “Solo Online Exhibition”, 4ART

2024 Horizons: A Journey Through Landscapes, Eternal 3D 

2024 Pieces of Love „A Solo Online Exhibition“, Artsteps

2024 Make Art Gallery „A Solo Online Exhibition“, Rome, Italy

2024 D Emptyspace „Line of Expression: A Celebration of Drawing“ A Solo Online Exhibition

VB Contemporary, “Beginnings”, Washington D.C, USA

Circular Art Space, “15th Community Art Exhibition in Virtual Reality“, Bristol, United Kingdom

The Holy Art Gallery, “Aura Exhibition”, London, United Kingdom

Dodomu Gallery, “Emerging Artists”, Brooklyn, New York

2024 Galerie Biesenbach “Honourable Mention”, ART MATTERS 10 Online Group Exhibition”

2024 The Pearview Gallery “Spring has Sprung”, United States

2024 VB Contemporary “In Spring”, Washington, DC, USA

2024 V-Art Union “”International Art & Design Exhibition”, Brussels, Belgium 

2024 Omnibus Gallery “Contemporary Landscapes”, Dresden, Germany

2024 Make Art Gallery “Blended Visions – 

Colors in Conversation”, Italy

2024 Circular Art Space “20th Community Art Exhibition in Virtual Reality, United Kingdom

2024 Cista Arts “Emotion” Online Group Exhibition, London, United Kingdom

2024 V-Art Union „International Art & Design Exhibition [V-AU: 2024 / 9], Brussels, Belgium

2024 The Holy Art Gallery, “Code”, London, United Kingdom

2024 Fox Yard Studio, „Echos“, Stowmarket, United Kingdom

2024 Cista Arts „Reflections of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow“, London, United Kingdom

Curator - Bark Art Space and The Scroll Atelier 2022-

Saatchi Art Gallery

Public Art Exhibit

Diploma in Graphic Design at Great Learning Academy

Certification of Achievement, V-Art Union, Belgium

Certificate of Achievement for participating in the group exhibition „International Art and Design Exhibition “ April 22-29, 2024

Certificate of Participation, Sfumato Art Gallery

Galerie Biesenbach “Honourable Mention”, ART MATTERS 10 Online Group Exhibition”

Winning Artists For the International Virtual Group Exhibition ‘Blended Visions 2024’, Make Art Gallery

Certificafe of Acceptance, Plogix Gallery

Certificate of Participation, Cista Arts

Jose Art Gallery, „Best Painting of the Week“ 07 October – 13 October, 2024

Certificate of Achievement for participating in the group exhibition “9th International Art and Design Exhibition at V-Art Union

Certificate of Participation in the art exhibition „Reflections of Past, Visions of Tomorrow“ presented by Cista Arts

Certification of Achievement, V-Art Union, Belgium

Certificate of Achievement for participating in the group exhibition „International Art and Design Exhibition “ April 22-29, 2024

Certificate of Participation, Sfumato Art Gallery

Galerie Biesenbach “Honourable Mention”, ART MATTERS 10 Online Group Exhibition”

Winning Artists For the International Virtual Group Exhibition ‘Blended Visions 2024’, Make Art Gallery

Certificafe of Acceptance, Plogix Gallery

Certificate of Participation, Cista Arts

Jose Art Gallery, „Best Painting of the Week“ 07 October – 13 October, 2024

Certificate of Achievement for participating in the group exhibition “9th International Art and Design Exhibition at V-Art Union

Certificate of Participation in the art exhibition „Reflections of Past, Visions of Tomorrow“ presented by Cista Arts

The Pearview Gallery

VB Contemporary, Interview with Irfan Ajvazi , 2024

JaamZIN Creative, Visual artist Irfan Ajvazi , 2024

Parrot, «‎Embrace imperfection, because perfection is an elusive goal»‎: Interview with Irfan Ajvazi , 2024

Unveiling the 2024/3 Issue of JaamZIN Creative Magazine

Irfan’s Art Criticism – Sfumato Art Gallery

One Hundred Mammoths in the Dark – Village Disco

Sfumato Art Magazine – Issue 01

The Holy Art Magazine – ISSUE 02

Apricus Art Collection – IRFAN AJVAZI: EXPLORING THE ESSENCE OF PRESENCE THROUGH MINIMALIST ART – WRITTEN BY HENRY CLARK

Artit, Meet the Artist – Interview with Irfan Ajvazi

Verified Artists: Summer 2024 | Featured Category on Cohart

ARCHIV3 Magazine Issue 3 and 4: Showcasing Innovation in Art and Technology

Stashh of the Day – Season 7

Awita New York Studio „Haunted Hues“

Jose Art Gallery, „Best Painting of the Week“ 07 October – 13 October, 2024

Zeroone | Interview with Irfan Ajvazi

Irfan Ajvazi: A Rising Star in the World of Realism

115 Best Digital Artists Of Our Generation – Feature in an Exclusive Art Book & Exhibit at The Oculus, WTC, NYC

The Simplicity Of Daily Life In Irfan Ajvazi’s Imagery | Art Verge

Bibliography and SOLO CATALOGUES / BOOKS

Unveiling the 2024/3 Issue of JaamZIN Creative Magazine

Sfumato Art Magazine – Issue 01

Gallery Omnibus (Dresden, Germany) | 3D virtual exhibitions.pdf Download

Cista Arts | Emotion| Online Group Exhibition

Clark, H. Irfan Ajvazi: Exploring the essence of presence through Minimalist art https://apricusartcollection.com/blogs/apricus-inside/irfan-ajvazi-exploring-the-essence-of-presence-through-minimalist-art (accessed Aug 28, 2024).

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Fundacion Maceta

Tambaran Gallery

Ruskin Gallery 

Li Artworks

Art Catcher

PiecePiece

Galeria Arte Visual

Public Art Exhibit

The New Art Rebellion

Artplatform EquAllXClub

Artplay.io

Curated Eye

DrinkPaint

Apricus Art Collection

Tree Art Gallery

Art Appreciation Society

Zeroone Art

Edelina Gallery

Partial Gallery

Plogix Gallery

Cista Arts

Inkd Gallery Creative

HALF OF VENUS

Artnbuff

The Bridge Art (TBA)

Avalanche Arts & Culture 9000

Art Verge

Chunky Art

No Name Collective Vworld Gallery and Magazine London Project