Greta ilieva
In celebration of the launch of our online store, we have an edition of 20 handprints by Greta Ilieva. Each print comes numbered and signed.
Born in Bulgaria, Greta Ilieva has spent the majority of her life living and working in London. Her appreciation for photography started young, assisting her mother(also a photographer), particularly working in the dark room. Greta then went on to do her degree in Graphic Design at London’s Camberwell College of Art and Design and then completed her Masters in Communication, Art and Design at the Royal College of Art.
Greta’s work is a fresh perspective, challenging the stereotypes of relationships, sexuality and inanimate objects.
Enjoying some time together, Greta agreed to answering some of my questions;
What first got you into photography ?
I didn’t want to be a photographer but being around my mum (she was a photographer), has led me to use a camera as a visual language.
What themes inspire you?
I can find interest in pretty much everything that surrounds me.
How would you describe the art that you make?
Fictional reality
Where are you based?
London- and everywhere that i need to be.
What’s been taking up your days of late?
Children.
Do you have any advice for a beginning artist?
You need to explore your interests and be your own audience.
Who are your biggest influences?
Life and people's stories.
What is your dream project?
Travel in space.
What type of music do you like to play when your working?
I prefer working without music.
What is your favourite art work?
The one my son makes - he's 7.
What's your favourite or most inspiring place?
Bulgaria - home.
What’d the last gift you gave somebody?
An eye cream and a Roman coin.
What country have you always wanted to visit?
Iran.
How do you relax?
Ha haaa what?
What do you dislike the most about the art world?
One that is out of reach.
Where do you feel most at home?
Split between UK and Bulgaria.
Do you have a specific social cause you are passionate about?
Nude censorship on instagram.
If you weren’t a photographer, what would your profession be?
Dancer.
What’s an item of clothing or accessory you treasure?
Earrings my mum gave me since I was 14 I am wearing them still today.
What art galleries or museums do you like to visit?
V and A - depends whats on on galleries.
Now restaurant’s are open, where do you want to have dinner?
Mmmm....all of them.
What’s your favourite cocktail?
Rum and coconut water.
Hand prints by Greta Ilieva, are available to buy in our shop.
