Mikhail Reva | |
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| Born | 13 March 1960 |
| Alma mater | Saint Petersburg Art & Industry Academy |
| Known for | urban design, monuments, sculpture, art works, books illustration |
| Awards | The Honoured Artist of Ukraine |
| Website | http://revastudio.org |
Mikhail Reva is a Ukrainian artist, sculptor, architect, [1] a founder of a non-profit organisation REVA Foundation.
Drawing inspiration from ancient folklores and philosophies, Mikhail Reva processes unfathomable symbolism by reconstructing it into physical sculptural form. [2] The tension between viewer and these imposing, anthropomorphized artworks sparks the imagination towards transcendent realms. The works of Michael Reva have a diverse nature and are presented in many places.
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