Susana Cereja Portugal, 1992

Présentation
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

Œuvres
  • #a;#m;#o;#r
    Susana Cereja
    #a;#m;#o;#r, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    16 x 63 cm
  • Aether
    Susana Cereja
    Aether, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    112 x 79 cm
  • BOADICEA
    Susana Cereja
    BOADICEA, 2021
    Tapestry in Arraiolos Stitch
    300 x 190 cm
  • Cineris
    Susana Cereja
    Cineris, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    56 x 43,5 x 8,5 cm
  • Eos
    Susana Cereja
    Eos, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    57,5 x 43,5 cm
  • Hefesta
    Susana Cereja
    Hefesta, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch, painting on burlap
    170 x 80 cm
  • Helia
    Susana Cereja
    Helia, 2023
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + engine that rotates to see both sides
    Diameter 180 cm, 148000 stitches
  • Hide & Seek
    Susana Cereja
    Hide & Seek, 2023
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    159 x 116 cm
  • Matriz
    Susana Cereja
    Matriz, 2023
    Arraiolos stitch tapestry on stainless steel base
    117 x 87 x 32,5 cm
  • Rêverie I
    Susana Cereja
    Rêverie I , 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + epoxy resin
    35 x 59 cm
  • Rêverie II
    Susana Cereja
    Rêverie II, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch + epoxy resin
    35 x 59 cm
  • Uluatus
    Susana Cereja
    Uluatus, 2024
    Tapestry in Arraiolos stitch
    21,5 x 41,5 cm
    Vendu
  • Vorax
    Susana Cereja
    Vorax, 2022
    Arraiolos tapestry and tufting gun
    101 x 66 cm
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  • SCREAM & SHOUT 3
    Susana Cereja
    SCREAM & SHOUT 3, 2017
    Print Fine Art. Epson paper 100% cotton, 300 gr
    45 x 32,8 cm