Luka Gugushvili
Luka Gugushvili is a successful artist whose journey in the field of fine arts began at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts, specializing in graphics, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree from 2015 to 2019, and later, a Master’s degree in painting from 2019 to 2023. Luka has actively participated in numerous exhibitions, showcasing his talent and contributing to various exclusive projects. Noteworthy among these exhibitions is his participation in the Dresden festivals in 2018: “Synchronicity of Culture” and “Touched by Rays,” where he collaborated with people with disabilities to create fine and applied art pieces inspired by Georgian and European traditions.
Luka has also contributed to international projects, participating in exhibitions and projects in Germany, Poland, and Slovakia. He took a graphic design course at the Art Academies of Szczecin and Gdańsk and studied painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava through the Erasmus program. His artistic efforts extend beyond traditional exhibitions, as demonstrated by his involvement in initiatives like “I See and Create with My Fingers,” which aims to work with people with disabilities.
Remarkably, Luka Gugushvili has presented his works in prestigious venues, including “Palasomer” in Dresden, Germany, the German Embassy in Georgia, where he painted a wall in the ambassador’s room alongside his friends, and his work is also part of the collection at the Kutaisi Museum. In addition to solo exhibitions, Luka has participated in group exhibitions such as “Espairing Artists” at the Tumaniashvili Film Actors’ Theatre, “Ink Fusion” at the Georgian Museum of Fine Arts, and “Oftalmij” at the Tbilisi Gallery, among others.
His dedication to art and inclusivity continues to be evident through his ongoing involvement in various projects and exhibitions, making Luka Gugushvili a dynamic and influential figure on the contemporary art scene. His painting style is characterized by modern art techniques, which he skillfully employs to evoke deep emotions through the interplay of colors, textures, and forms. With bold, innovative compositions and experiments, Luka captures the essence of human experience, filling his works with profound emotion and vitality. Each brushstroke tells a story, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in his artwork and embark on a visual journey of discovery.
Luka’s artistic journey embodies the power of hard work and dedication. His motivation is driven by the pursuit of perfection, which he narrates through brushes and colors. Every piece demonstrates the transformative potential of passion and perseverance, inspiring others to embark on their own creative odyssey.
Exhibitions
Culture Synchrony, Palais Sommer, 2018, Dresden
A Glance by Touching the Rays, Information Center on NATO and EU, 2017, Tbilisi
Sighted Soul, National Youth Palace, 2017, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition, Georgian National Museum, 2017, Tbilisi
Theatre performances tour, TSAA's students Puppet Theatre, 2017, Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm
Participation in the International Print Festival, 2017, Batumi – Tbilisi
Exhibition "Pirosmani" at Tbilisi City Hall, 2017, Tbilisi
Georgian National Youth Palace group project, 2017, Tbilisi
I See and Create with Own Fingers, National Museum of Georgia, 2018, Tbilisi
Free Space is Space For Everyone, Tbilisi State Academy of Art, Batumi Academy of Fine Art, 2020, Batumi – Tbilisi
Espairing Artists, Tumanishvili Film Actors Theatre, 2018, Tbilisi
Eco Plein Air, 2020, Kutaisi
Tbilisi History Museum, "FÜR ALEKO" Memorial Exhibition, , 2021, Tbilisi
Artisterium Tbilisi 14th International Exhibition of Contemporary Art and Art Events, 2021, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition "This Breathtaking Warmth" at Arteria, 2022, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition "What Kind of Colour is Red?" at Artarea, 2022, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition "What Kind of Colour is Green?" at Gallery Lominari, 2022, Tbilisi
Artisterium Tbilisi 14th International Exhibition of Contemporary Art and Art Events, Ethnographical Museum., 2022, Tbilisi
Euroart 2022 Group Exhibition, 2022
Exhibition at Café Chaduna "Mama-Shvili Gugushvili" "Father-Son Gugushvili", 2022, Tbilisi
Personal Exhibition at Freedom Aroma Bar, 2022, Tbilisi
Exhibition at Tato Art Bridge, "Raskat Movement", 2022, Tbilisi
Solo Exhibition at Academy of Fine Art Bratislava, 2022, Bratislava
Group Exhibition at Georgian Museum of Fine Arts "INK FUSION", 2023, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition at Tbilisi Gallery "Oftalmiji", 2023, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition at Kojori Forest Dreams, 2023, Kojori
Group Exhibition at Art Gallery Noblesse "Metaphorical Reflex", 2024, Tbilisi
Group Exhibition The International Art Symposium "Baku 2024" in Shabran Union of Artists of Azerbaijan With International Artist Club, 2024, Baku
Group Exhibition at Château Mukhrani "Secret Room", 2024, Mukhrani