Susana Cereja

Overview

Susana Cereja began her career in architecture, studying in Lisbon and spending time in Germany from 2011 to 2016. During this period, she immersed herself in ancient artistic production techniques and discovered her true calling in Arraiolos tapestry. Her artistic journey also led her to explore illustration, drawing, and printmaking at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Ar.co – Center for Art and Visual Communication, respectively.

While studying architecture, Susana started her professional career as an architect in the studio of artist Joana Vasconcelos, where she worked for five years. Despite her architectural endeavors, her passion for artistic expression flourished, leading to exhibitions across various European cities, including Lisbon, Algarve, Águeda, Cáceres, Badajoz, London, Tallinn, and Kranj.

Susana's work is deeply influenced by themes of femininity, the quest for freedom, and the essence of life itself. She is known for her ability to blend diverse artistic techniques, from printmaking to Arraiolos tapestry, with a special emphasis on emotional expression. Her passion for the beauty of materials and her ability to reinterpret them in a contemporary context are evident in her work, which often addresses profound emotions and human condition issues.

In 2022, Susana participated in an artistic residency in Tallinn, Estonia, and in 2023, she was a featured artist at the BIEN International Textile Art Biennial in Kranj, Slovenia.

Beyond her regular work, Susana is dedicated to community art projects, making a significant local impact. A notable example is her recent project in Vila do Torrão, Portugal, where she collaborated with community members aged 45 to 82. Over a month, they created a collective piece involving nearly twenty participants.

Susana Cereja's multifaceted approach to art, combining traditional and contemporary techniques, and her commitment to community engagement, make her a distinctive and influential artist in the contemporary art scene.

Available Works

Works

Susana Cereja
#a;#m;#o;#r, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
16 x 63 cm

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Susana Cereja
Aether, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
112 x 79 cm

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Susana Cereja
BOADICEA, 2021
Tapestry in Arraiolos Stitch
300 x 190 cm

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Susana Cereja
Cineris, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
56 x 43,5 x 8,5 cm

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Susana Cereja
Eos, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
57,5 x 43,5 cm

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Susana Cereja
Hefesta, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch, painting on burlap
170 x 80 cm

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Susana Cereja
Helia, 2023
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + engine that rotates to see both sides
Diameter 180 cm, 148000 stitches

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Susana Cereja
Hide & Seek, 2023
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
159 x 116 cm

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Susana Cereja
Matriz, 2023
Arraiolos stitch tapestry on stainless steel base
117 x 87 x 32,5 cm

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Susana Cereja
Rêverie I , 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + epoxy resin
35 x 59 cm

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Susana Cereja
Rêverie II, 2024
Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + epoxy resin
35 x 59 cm

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Susana Cereja
Vorax, 2022
Arraiolos tapestry and tufting gun
101 x 66 cm

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