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Artist statement
"My art is an intuitive expression of my emotions and feelings. Through a spontaneous process, I let my innermost self take control and guide my brushstrokes. The result is an authentic and raw portrayal of my state of mind in that moment. I use various mediums to create texture and depth, without pre-planning my color choices, allowing the image to reveal itself.
As a female artist, I am drawn to the beauty of the female form. My fascination with the fluidity and power of the female body has been a constant inspiration in my work. Growing up in a world that perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards, I have often struggled with my own self-image. In a world that profits from our insecurities, I seek to create art that empowers and celebrates the beauty of all bodies. Through my art, I have found a form of therapy that allows me to reject these societal norms and create my own rules.
Bio
"Manon Raman, born in 1996 in Wetteren, Belgium, is a self-taught artist whose early work is characterized by bold colors and a focus on women and the naked body. She began her artistic journey at age 22 and honed her skills while working as a make-up artist for series and movies.
After moving to Niger, West-Africa at age 23, Manon's art evolved to embrace African inspirations and she started painting full time. Her work became less evocative and more introspective, resulting in multiple successful solo shows that also served to support local charities and causes.
From 2021 - 2023 Manon lived in New York where she was part of over 20 expositions and developed her craft further. She recently moved back to her home country and now resides in Ghent with her trusty studio assistant/dog Potato”
Recent expositions:
January 2024: Goudmijn - Ghent, Belgium (solo show)
November 2023: Superfine Art fair - Washington D.C., U.S. (art fair)
September 2023: Hof van Ryhove - Ghent, Belgium (solo show)
May 2023: Geenpoint gallery - New York, U.S. (group show)
May 2023: 9st Gallery - New York, U.S. (solo show)
April 2023: Oak and Iron - New York, U.S. (solo show)
April 2023: Eyes on art - New York, U.S. (group show)
March 2023: All street Gallery - New York, U.S. (solo show)
March 2023: Belgian permanent mission to the U.N. - New York, U.S (solo show)
February 2023: Geenpoint gallery - New York, U.S. (group show)
January 2023: Greenpoint gallery - New York, U.S. (group show)
October 2022: The Other Art Fair - Dallas, U.S. (art fair)
October 2022: Greenpoint Art Circle - New York, U.S. (group show)
September 2022: Thames Art Center - New York, U.S. (solo show)
August 2022: Hof van Ryhove - Ghent, Belgium (solo show)
July 2022: All street Gallery - New York, U;S. (solo show)
May 2022: Hidden by Soul - New York, U.S. (group show)
April 2022: Brooklyn Art Cave - New York, U.S. (group show)
March 2022: R.W. Norton Art Gallery - Louisiana, U.S. (group show)
March 2022: Brooklyn art cave - New York, U.S. (group show)
March 2022: Greenpoint Art Circle - New York, U.S. (group show)
February 2022: Brooklyn Music Kitchen - New York, U.S. (solo show)
November 2021: Brooklyn art cave - New York, U.S. (group show)
November 2021: Dordor gallery - New York, U.S. (group show)
October 2021: Spooky art fair , Haus Of Art - New York, U.S. (art fair)
August 2021: ’Adieu Niger’ - Ghent, Belgium (solo show)
May 2021: ‘Les animaux du Niger’ - Niamey, Niger (solo charity show)
March 2021: ‘Women’s day ’21 - Niamey Niger (solo show)
September 2020: ‘Haroubanda charity event’ - Niamey, Niger (group charity show) - curated by Manon Raman
July 2020 - Vizit women - Ghent, Belgium (solo show)
March 2020 - ‘Women in color’ - Niamey, Niger (solo show)
Residencies:
March 2022 - Stay Home Gallery - Tennessee, U.S.
April 2022 - Chilly Cabin - Nijmegen, The Netherlands
