Biography
Born in Spain, Greta traveled the world as a volunteer, immersing herself in diverse cultures and artistic traditions. Now based in Hobart, Tasmania, she draws inspiration from the breathtaking natural beauty around her.
A multidisciplinary artist with a Masters in Fine Arts and over 10 years of experience as a professional tattoo artist, Greta's work spans etching, drawing, sculpture, painting, upcycling, and repurposing. Influenced by Arte Povera, Art Nouveau, Art Brut, Onirism, Surrealism, Expressionism and Impressionism, as well as ethnographic art, her creations blend aesthetics and spirituality. Her art evokes philosophical and mythical tales, aiming to stimulate the souls of those who encounter her work.
She has participated in diverse Art Shows around Hobart and Geeveston, Tasmania since 2021. Achieving one of her dreams by making her first solo exhibition in the prestigious Salamanca Arts Center in 2024. Going forward Greta plans on hosting exhibitions in Moonah Arts Centre and potentially Melbourne.
Prior Tasmania, Greta has participated in collective and one solo exhibition in Spain and Germany, while finishing her degree and before focusing in her tattoo career and travels.
Artist Statement
My works reflect a dark and enigmatic world, inviting those who contemplate them to discover what lies beyond the visible. Each creation is a portal to a dimension where light and shadow intertwine in a perpetual dance, revealing hidden truths and deep emotions. My pieces guides the observer through an introspective journey. My sculptures and paintings are imbued with archaic symbols and mystical figures, evoking tales from ancestral times and esoteric mysteries. In this visual universe, the tangible and intangible coexist, challenging perception and opening the door to personal interpretations and profound reflections on existence and the human soul.
My art is a fusion of the primitive and the mystical, a sensory journey that invites one to immerse themselves in the unknown and the transcendental. Through my creations, I seek to connect with the deepest roots of humanity, exploring the spirituality inherent in rituals and ancestral symbols. My works are an amalgam of techniques and disciplines, each contributing an additional layer of meaning and sensory experience. Tribal art intertwines with esoteric elements, creating a narrative that transcends time and space. In each piece, I invoke the essence of nature, the cycles of life and death, and the mysteries of the universe, offering viewers a window into a world where the material and the spiritual meet in harmony. This artistic journey not only seeks to delight the senses but also to provoke deep reflection and an intimate connection with the arcane and the sacred.