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ARTIST BIOGRAPHY AND STATEMENT 

LANDIA DAVIES (b.1979)

Artist Biography

Landia Davies, a South African sculptress renowned for her bronze sculptures, was born in 1979. 

She currently resides in a picturesque Western Cape town nestled at the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains. Prior to her artistic pursuits, Davies earned degrees in Journalism and Sustainable Development. Her journey into sculpture began with ceramics, and her deep-seated love for shaping forms and imbuing them with meaning led her to transition to bronze sculpting. In a relatively short time since casting her first piece, Davies has flourished as an artist, gaining significant recognition in galleries both nationally and internationally. Since her collaboration with AITY Gallery in 2024, Davies has participated in one group show and one international art fair in London. 

Artist Statement

Davies’s sculptures explore the transformative power of vulnerability. They serve as invitations to embrace bravery, take risks, and remain true to oneself. Her works celebrate naivety and playfulness amidst complexity and adversity. The sculptures encourage viewers to forge authentic individual identities, defying society’s rigid labels and categories. Davies’s current body of work delves into the courage required to embrace raw human emotions. She aims to challenge the viewer’s perceptions of normalcy, suggesting that defining a form’s shape is less important than experiencing its essence.

About Her Work

Davies’s sculptures offer a powerful exploration of the human condition, inviting viewers to connect with their own emotions and forge a unique sense of self. Her quirky and modern style often depicts small creatures with a naive and playful aesthetic. The themes explored in her work include vulnerability, bravery, authenticity, and embracing raw human emotions.

Some of her notable sculptures include:

• Kwaaitjie: A stoic figure symbolizing determination and unexpressed emotions.

• Goggles: A brave adventurer representing dreams and perseverance.

• Sexy Thing: A celebration of self-love and boldness.

• Aeroplane: A nostalgic piece evoking childhood joy and freedom.

• Dragon Girl: A reminder to follow one’s heart and dreams.

• Slumbelina: A beautiful sleeping lady representing tranquility and rest.

Through her sculptures, Davies invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences and emotions, fostering a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.

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