EYOB MERGIA
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An Ethiopian native, Eyob Mergia moved to the United States after graduating from the Ethiopian Fine Arts Institute in 1997. He continued his Artistic education in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Being a very creative person, Eyob is always pursuing new ways of expressing himself while discovering new techniques. Eyob is currently pursuing an education in film-making, which will provide a new dimension to his artwork.
Eyob's training in classic art is evident in his creations. Very few artists can successfully incorporate classical techniques in abstract art. Eyob is also known for his large drawings and multi-panel paintings as well as large mural paintings.
In Eyob's own words: "I consider myself really fortunate to be an artist. My journey as an artist has opened my eyes and enabled me to look at the existence of elements in depth and allowed me to capture a point of expression for the beginning of any element. My source of inspiration is abundant. It’s the daily life, music, books, films, conversations, nature, traveling, science, spiritual ideas, and culture. My work is to experiment with my ideas in the language of art. It allows me to play with a broad range of traditional and non-traditional medium in mainstream fine arts.
In my work I want to bring out a form of philosophy. To me, art serves as a spiritual guide, it manifests my vision and allows me to express my inner voice. At times, I explore new ideas with diverse mathematical formulas and concepts in my art. I am inspired by monumental sculptures, design, archaeology, literature, music and history. I continuously find myself on a journey to discover my heritage, the world and myself.
Painting is an activity that helps to refine the soul. Art is like daily bread for the soul. The artist should have a message to convey. A message revealed to him by his inner voice which also accounts for the beauty of his work. Only that is beautiful.”
The owner of SKYE, curated and organized Eyob Mergia first exhibit in Las Vegas in 2011.
Eyob's training in classic art is evident in his creations. Very few artists can successfully incorporate classical techniques in abstract art. Eyob is also known for his large drawings and multi-panel paintings as well as large mural paintings.
In Eyob's own words: "I consider myself really fortunate to be an artist. My journey as an artist has opened my eyes and enabled me to look at the existence of elements in depth and allowed me to capture a point of expression for the beginning of any element. My source of inspiration is abundant. It’s the daily life, music, books, films, conversations, nature, traveling, science, spiritual ideas, and culture. My work is to experiment with my ideas in the language of art. It allows me to play with a broad range of traditional and non-traditional medium in mainstream fine arts.
In my work I want to bring out a form of philosophy. To me, art serves as a spiritual guide, it manifests my vision and allows me to express my inner voice. At times, I explore new ideas with diverse mathematical formulas and concepts in my art. I am inspired by monumental sculptures, design, archaeology, literature, music and history. I continuously find myself on a journey to discover my heritage, the world and myself.
Painting is an activity that helps to refine the soul. Art is like daily bread for the soul. The artist should have a message to convey. A message revealed to him by his inner voice which also accounts for the beauty of his work. Only that is beautiful.”
The owner of SKYE, curated and organized Eyob Mergia first exhibit in Las Vegas in 2011.
