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Artist Name

Lilia Pobornikova

Born: 1979

Hometown: Ruse

Based in: Spain

Liliya Pobornikova was 1979 in Bulgaria. Currently living and working in Spain.
National Academy of Arts in Sofia with the focus on wood sculpture.
Member of the Union of Bulgarian Artists.
Participation in 109 sculpture symposiums in 31 countries: Austria, Argentina,
Bulgaria, Brazil, China, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Guatemala,
Italy, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Lithuania, Latvia, Mexico, Norway, Paraguay,
Portugal, Poland, Russia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Turkey, Taiwan, Thailand,
USA, Vietnam. Works with different materials, including: stone, wood, metal, wax, concrete,
bronze, ceramics, ice, snow - also in land art. Her sculptures are represented in museums
in Taiwan, Denmark, Egypt and Brazil.
She received awards for her photographic work by "Highlights Magazine" and
"National Geographic Magazine", as well as various symposiums and competitions prizes.

 



Lilia Pobornikova In The Studio

I work with different materials and often traveling to make large scale sculptures for public parks or private collections in other countries. This makes me use different tools and equipment depending on the project and the task.

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More About Lilia Pobornikova

Question IconWhat inspires you?

I would categorize my art /mostly sculpture/ as a contemporary and abstract. I am inspired by the beauties of the every living form, the softness of the shapes, contrasting with straight lines and angles.

Question IconDescribe your creative process.

First I start with an idea (drawing) and continue with a small scale model. After usually the model is transformed to a large scale sculpture.

Question IconWhat are 3 words that best describe your work?

abstract, organic, contrasts

Question IconWho are some artists that have influenced your work?

Making my sculptures, I am mostly influenced by the photographer Karl Blossfeldt.

Question IconWhat is the most important tool when creating your work?

Usually a small grinder.

Question IconWhat is the best piece of advice you have been given?

I learned mostly from my own experience and mistakes.

Question IconWhere do you go for inspiration?

To the sea.


Collections Featuring Lilia Pobornikova

2 Collections

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51 Artists, 85 Products

Last updated: September 25, 2023

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Wall Sculptures

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Last updated: November 16, 2022


Credentials

Education

National Academy of Arts, Sofia

Bulgaria, 1999

High School of Arts, Tryavna

Bulgaria, 1993