Created during her first year in the Edinburgh College of Art, these paintings represent Lilja’s practice in flux. For any young artist, this is a time of experimentation, taking risks and learning lessons. Some of the themes and techniques first seen in this period continue to inspire the artist to this day, as others have long elapsed. Combining needlework with a painted surface is a good example of a long lived obsession with roots in Lilja’s first year studies, as is adopting 110x120cm format for her large scale works.
“Neuvostot” by Tiina Lilja (2011) acrylic on canvas (50x70cm)
“Cherubs 2” by Tiina Lilja (2011) mixed media on canvas (20x20cm)
“Cherubs 2” by Tiina Lilja (2011) mixed media on canvas (20x20cm)
“Night of the living cats” by Tiina Lilja (2010) acrylic on mdf (29x42cm)
“Bygone” by Tiina Lilja (2011) oil on canvas (120x110cm)
“Menagerie” by Tiina Lilja (2010) mixed media on canvas (50x70cm)
“So Far” by Tiina Lilja (2010) mixed media (90x70cm)
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