Kancheli

Kancheli is a contemporary visual artist renowned for their evocative exploration of memory, identity, and emotional landscapes through a distinct blend of abstract and figurative forms. Born in Tbilisi, Georgia, in 1985, Kancheli grew up amidst a rich cultural heritage that deeply influenced their creative vision. After studying fine arts in both Tbilisi and Berlin, Kancheli developed a unique approach characterized by layered texture, muted palettes, and recurring motifs of displaced figures and fragmented architectures.

Their work frequently draws upon personal history and collective experiences, reflecting complex narratives of diaspora and belonging. Kancheli’s paintings, installations, and mixed-media works have been exhibited in galleries and museums across Europe, Asia, and North America. Through each piece, Kancheli communicates an intimate sense of longing and resilience, inviting viewers to contemplate the spaces where memory and reality intersect.

Their evolving practice remains committed to probing questions of identity and transience, earning Kancheli critical recognition and a dedicated international following.