Liliya Nikolova is a painter with extensive training in Bulgaria and Germany. Her work embodies a deeply intuitive approach, embracing the female gaze to explore themes of authenticity and inner truth. Prioritizing intuition over structured planning, Nikolova’s paintings emerge freely from a powerful fusion of emotion and spontaneous composition. Her creations capture the spirit of independence and tranquility, offering viewers a glimpse into an inner world marked by sincerity and the intensity of the present moment. Through her authentic style, Nikolova’s works resonate with a profound sense of inner contentment, inviting reflection on the beauty of stillness and self-discovery. She exhibited internationally and is still active today.
Vita
1976 Born in Bulgaria
1995 – 2000 Studied painting under Prof. Terziev at the Academy of Arts in Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
2004 – 2012 Studied design at FH Bielefeld, Germany
Degree: Diploma in Design (FH)
Since 1999 Working as a freelance artist
Since 2001 Living and working in Bielefeld, Germany
Solo exhibitions
2023
Female Gaze / Concept - Bielefeld, Germany
2018
Landscape / Art Galerie Nessebar - Nessebar, Bulgaria
2002
Dance / Art School / Atelier Krammer - Löhne Wstf., Germany
Group exhibitions
2023
New works / Galerie K43 - Hanover, Germany
2022
New works / Galerie IROK - Horst, Netherlands
2021
New works / Galerie Nettels - Münster, Germany
1998
New works / Art Galery Rafael Michailov - Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Liliya Nikolova is a painter with extensive training in Bulgaria and Germany. Her work embodies a deeply intuitive approach, embracing the female gaze to explore themes of authenticity and inner truth. Prioritizing intuition over structured planning, Nikolova’s paintings emerge freely from a powerful fusion of emotion and spontaneous composition. Her creations capture the spirit of independence and tranquility, offering viewers a glimpse into an inner world marked by sincerity and the intensity of the present moment. Through her authentic style, Nikolova’s works resonate with a profound sense of inner contentment, inviting reflection on the beauty of stillness and self-discovery. She exhibited internationally and is still active today.
Vita
1976 Born in Bulgaria
1995 – 2000 Studied painting under Prof. Terziev at the Academy of Arts in Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.)
2004 – 2012 Studied design at FH Bielefeld, Germany
Degree: Diploma in Design (FH)
Since 1999 Working as a freelance artist
Since 2001 Living and working in Bielefeld, Germany
Solo exhibitions
2023
Female Gaze / Concept - Bielefeld, Germany
2018
Landscape / Art Galerie Nessebar - Nessebar, Bulgaria
2002
Dance / Art School / Atelier Krammer - Löhne Wstf., Germany
Group exhibitions
2023
New works / Galerie K43 - Hanover, Germany
2022
New works / Galerie IROK - Horst, Netherlands
2021
New works / Galerie Nettels - Münster, Germany
1998
New works / Art Galery Rafael Michailov - Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
In this work I experimented with acrylic paints to create an abstract landscape that combines expressionism and impressionism. The vibrant layers of color and bold strokes reflect deep emotions and a dynamic atmosphere. "I like to paint abstract landscapes where my painting style can unfold more. My creative process is guided by my imagination and...
In this work the artist experimented with acrylic paints to create an abstract landscape that combines expressionism and impressionism. The vibrant layers of color and bold strokes reflect deep emotions and a dynamic atmosphere. "I like to paint abstract landscapes where my painting style can unfold more. My creative process is guided by my imagination...
Bright colors and intuitive brushstrokes merge in the artist´s acrylic paintings to create a lively homage to femininity. Her work embodies a deeply intuitive approach, embracing the female gaze to explore themes of authenticity and inner truth. While poses, clothing and surrounding elements such as nature, fruits, animals, musical instruments vary in her...
In this work the artist experimented with acrylic paints to create an abstract landscape that combines expressionism and impressionism. The vibrant layers of color and bold strokes reflect deep emotions and a dynamic atmosphere. "I like to paint abstract landscapes where my painting style can unfold more. My creative process is guided by my imagination...
In this work the artist experimented with acrylic paints to create an abstract landscape that combines expressionism and impressionism. The vibrant layers of color and bold strokes reflect deep emotions and a dynamic atmosphere. "I like to paint abstract landscapes where my painting style can unfold more. My creative process is guided by my imagination...