Cyborg, 1 (2022) Digital Arts by Mona Dia

Mona Dia is a contemporary German artist. Her artistic journey began in Cologne, where she initially worked as an illustrator. In her late twenties, she embarked on a transformative move to Munich, where she enrolled in studies at the local art academy. In the early stages of her artistic voyage, Mona adopted a photorealistic painting style, displaying a meticulous attention to detail that captured the essence of her subjects with astonishing precision.

Over time, her artistic expression evolved, giving rise to a more pluralistic and diverse painting style. Within her repertoire, Mona navigates figurative art in a variety of styles, sometimes incorporating abstract elements that add depth and intrigue to her creations.

Mona's geographical sojourns have played a role in shaping her artistic trajectory. While residing in Bavaria, particularly in the picturesque town of Starnberg, she embarked on her journey as a freelance artist, honing her craft and forging her unique artistic identity. Subsequently, eight years ago, she made her way to NRW in the Eifel, where her life intersected with a sound artist, catalyzing collaborations on art videos and installations that expanded the dimensions of her creative output.

Throughout her artistic odyssey, Mona's subjects have undergone a fascinating evolution. During her academic pursuits, her canvases bore the visages of women, but her focus later shifted intensely towards the symbiotic relationship between animals and humanity. Presently, her artistic exploration delves into the profound transformation of the human image, influenced by the encroachment of artificial intelligence. In her creative vision, she grapples with the metamorphosis of human existence into a realm characterized by machines and cyber creatures, a theme that embodies the fragility, mutability, and often paradoxical nature of the contemporary world.

Oil is Mona Dia's preferred medium, and her paintings emerge from the fertile ground of her imagination. Her motifs spring forth organically, sometimes initiated by a search for inspiration and at other times conjured directly on the canvas. Additionally, her own photographs serve as a wellspring of creative stimulus, enriching her artistic tapestry with diverse visual elements.

• Nationality: GERMANY
• Date of birth : 1963
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary German Artists