Optasia
Oil on Canvas
31x39in
Netherlands
Marija is a visual artist and art therapy practitioner whose work explores the healing power of the creative process. Her paintings are deeply personal, made through quiet rituals of introspection and the uncovering of raw emotions. Each piece begins as an honest dialogue with the self, a meditative journey into buried emotions or thoughts that seek recognition, release, and transformation.
Through her ongoing studies and practice in art therapy, she continues to explore the transformative potential of the creative process, not only as a personal path but as a means of supporting others on their own journeys.
The artist believes that creative expression and environmental responsibility are not only compatible but mutually enriching. With a deep respect for nature, she works with high-quality, natural, and eco-friendly paint made from earth and plant pigments. Through this approach, she honors the materials themselves as collaborators in the creative process.