Artist Spotlight - Anna Kovacs — Contemporary Art Curator Magazine

Dec 11

Dec 11 Artist Spotlight - Anna Kovacs

Biography

Born in Australia in 1962, AnnaK reflects on the unexpected twists of life that led her to embrace a newfound passion for art at the age of 60. Beginning with tentative explorations into drawing in 2019, AnnaK's artistic journey took flight in 2022 when her creative pursuits blossomed into a nightly ritual, expanding to encompass every available moment.

The Queens - The Divine Feminine, 2024, Acrylic on Canvas,55.88 x 71.12cm

In 2023, AnnaK made the bold decision to pursue art as a full-time career, embracing her identity as an artist with unwavering determination. Rooted in self-acceptance and a lifelong acknowledgment of her artistic essence, AnnaK approaches her craft with humor, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to joy.

The Shadow - Dark Knight of the Soul, 2023, Acrylic on Canvas,45.72 x 45.72cm

Inspired by the breathtaking natural environment of her native Australia and fueled by her personal spiritual quest, AnnaK's artwork embodies a vibrant fusion of these influences, underscored by a profound love for color and intricate detail.

Embrace the Challenge - Bryan 'Choo Choo' Roberts, 2023, Acrylic on Canvas, 71.12 x 71.12cm

AnnaK's artistic journey has taken her beyond national borders, with her works gracing exhibitions in prominent galleries across Europe and the United States. She has been the recipient of awards and acknowledgements, further cementing her presence in the global art scene.
Beyond her exhibitions, AnnaK's talent extends to illustration, with a curated portfolio for the Australian Society of Authors showcasing her versatility and creative depth.

Lifted through the Skies - Wedge-Tailed Eagle, 2023, Watercolour pencil on paper, 29.7 x 42cm

Artist Statement

There is an underlying love of nature, form, detail and colour. There will be an image, an inspired moment when the energy of a particular image speaks soul deep to me and brings through a form of greater understanding and sometimes healing for me personally. I also give space to the work as it progresses to speak to me and direct me.

Endangered - Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo, 2023, Acrylic on Canvas, 76.2 x 76.2cm

I’ve encountered that there are times that what I envisaged at the start changes over time, it’s as though the work itself is directing me where it wants to go, how it is to be represented, what message it has to offer. It’s amazing to me what the creative process can uncover for me personally, as hidden within the work is a personal message, sometimes obvious in the title of the work, sometimes it’s something I don’t share. The thing is about my artwork, there is an energy embodied within each work that will reach out and I hope, touch people.

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