Magzoid Magazine - Luxury Magazine in the Creative Space | September 2023 |

Unveiling the soul in the tactile sculptures of
Irena
Dragova
Artist
Exclusive
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n the picturesque town of Burgas, nestled
along the eastern coast of the Black Sea,
resides an artist whose works are imbued
with a poetic nostalgia, echoing the glories
and tribulations of history. Irena Dragova,
born in this enchanting tourist-industrial
town in Bulgaria, shares a deep connection
with its landscapes and the songs of
seagulls. These memories have stayed with
her, even as she embarked on a remarkable
journey that eventually led her to the artistic
haven of Switzerland’s Ticino in the mid-90s.
Life was not without its challenges for Irena,
particularly during her adolescence under
the communist regime. However, her determination
and resilience brought her to
Switzerland, where she pursued a degree
in business administration with a specialization
in marketing. Despite a successful
professional career, her heart yearned for
something more - her childhood dream of
becoming an artist.
Fuelled by passion and longing, Irena embraced
the path of art, seeking guidance
through rigorous training and attending
courses and workshops in Italy and Switzerland.
The Peccia Sculpture School played
a pivotal role in her artistic growth, allowing
her to delve deeper into her inner world and
giving her the tools to express her emotions
through her work.
“I love what I do, and I do it with great enthusiasm
and passion,” Irena shares. Her
sculptures are unmistakably hers, characterized
by distinct features that set them
apart from others in the realm of art. As she
explores the annals of art history and masters’
techniques, she remains committed to
infusing her works with a unique tactile element
- a tangible and intimate connection
that only her hands can bestow.
Her sculptures are a testament to the evolution
of the human form, embodying various
attitudes, emotions, and struggles that define
our daily existence. Each piece seeks to
find a delicate balance, with specific parts
of the human figure assuming prominence -
the bust, the torso, the back, the abdomen
- each telling its own story.
Recognition and accolades have been
showered upon Irena Dragova, affirming that
she is on the right path. However, she is not
one to rest on her laurels. Her passion for
art fuels an unyielding desire to delve deeper,
to experiment fearlessly, and to push the
boundaries of her own creativity. “Hope resides
in the work,” she says, a testament to
her unshakable belief that art has the power
to shape our lives and inspire positive
change.
As you admire Irena Dragova’s sculptures,
you’ll find yourself captivated by the raw
emotion and soul they exude. Each piece
is an invitation to connect with the artist’s
journey and experience a slice of her world.
Through her art, she gifts us not only with
beautifully crafted sculptures but also with a
glimpse into the profound complexity of the
human experience.
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