artist statement
Anni Teriani, born Inna Anishchenko, is a digital artist based in the UAE who masterfully transcribes a universal visual language at the intersection of art, fashion, and design. Through a fluid process of self-expression, she employs a vibrant palette, captivating geometries, and immersive patterns that explore and challenge our understanding of the world, each other, and ourselves. Her abstract pieces are not only aesthetically beautiful but are also imbued with a vivacious energy that captivates the viewer.
Evolving her passion for drawing into a practice that celebrates her love of textiles, Teriani has developed a signature style characterized by meticulously designed yet effervescent patterned works of art. Whether employing stark lines and geometries or engaging in more gestural repeated mark-making, her illustrative abstractions enchant audiences. They are bright, vivid, and complex, yet retain a simplicity in design that is inviting rather than confrontational. By integrating various mediums and an eclectic array of textiles into her work, she formulates a cohesive vision that whimsically merges texture, color, and composition.
Anni Teriani’s artistry embodies innovative ways of seeing. Through the experiences of specific places or moments in time, as well as the emotions we internalize, she translates both the physical and the intangible into fundamental forms accentuated by her distinctive eye for color. Elements of Arabic culture resonate within her work, radiating the hues of the Gulf, daily life, and the region's unique environment. Her patterns and abstractions illuminate hidden or overlooked visions of life, breaking down cultural, geographic, social, or political barriers.
In her practice, Teriani connects her personal narrative with our collective journey, allowing a new language to emerge that speaks directly to the universal essence of humanity. Whether her works stand alone as fine art or are transformed into functional pieces like bags, silk scarves, and other garments or accessories, Teriani's art excites the senses and invites viewers to engage in a dialogue about perception, culture, and identity.
