A Short Story of a Long Artistic Journey

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WITH HER BRIGHT, COLORFUL AND POWERFUL CREATIVITY

SHE HAS OCCUPIED HER OWN PLACE IN THE WORLD OF ART

• Distinguished Female Artist of the Republic of Armenia
• Member of the Artists’ Union of the Republic of Armenia
• Executive Director of the "Benik Petrosyan" Cultural Foundation
• Founder of Arev Art Gallery
• Founder of “NOOSH AREVI” Armenian brand of clothing, bags, scarfs and assessors, home deco and furniture production based on national heritage

Arev [Arevik] Petrosyan is a celebrated artist from Armenia, known for her innovative techniques and strikingly vibrant works. Born into a family of artists in Yerevan, she followed her passion for art from an early age, studying at the Yerevan State College of Fine Arts and later graduating from the Yerevan State Academy of Fine Arts with a specialization in design, ceramics, and fine arts.

Throughout her career, Arev has participated in numerous international biennales and expositions, including the Beijing International Art Biennale, Art Monaco, and Dubai Art Fair. Her works have been featured in exhibitions across the globe, from Dubai, Beirut, Moscow, and Belarus to Tbilisi, Paris, Tokyo, and multiple cities in the USA, gaining her international acclaim.

Arev’s involvement in the world of art extends beyond her creations. She has been an active public figure, frequently appearing on Armenian television programs and even hosting a national TV. She takes part as guest with interviews in numerous Armenian TV Programs .Many programs and films was made about her creative life and her family. She was published with interviews in many leading magazines, newspapers, social media. She is cooperating with Culture Ministry of Armenia, Embassies and many NGOs in Armenia with cultural and social projects. Her influence reaches into her social and charitable activities, where she has mentored young women in leadership at the American University of Armenia, participated in the Women's Mentoring Program administered by American Councils and the U.S. Embassy, and supported numerous charitable projects to aid children, the elderly, and socially vulnerable groups. Her belief that art is a means to inspire, uplift, and bring about positive change is evident in her dedication to these causes.

Her mastery of working with plexiglass, gold, and silver leaf brought a luminous, reflective quality to her paintings, making her works stand out. This innovative technique, which she pioneered in Armenia, has become a hallmark of her artistic identity. Many collectors and art lovers worldwide have acquired Arev's artworks, valuing her unique style and her ability to infuse life into every piece.

Arev completed and installed her mural "Deep Mystery" at St. John Armenian Apostolic Church in Detroit. This impressive work, presented with modern techniques on plexiglass, is a multi-layered (21 layers) piece, created using mixed media and collage solutions, measuring 223 x 833 cm and weighing 210 kg.

Arev established and operated the Arev Art Gallery in the heart of Yerevan, which became a cultural landmark. The gallery showcased her vibrant and dynamic paintings and also displayed sculptures by her brother, Areg Petrosyan, and masterpieces by her late father, Benik Petrosyan. It evolved into a lively cultural center, hosting a variety of events such as Wine & Art evenings, film screenings, book presentations, poetry nights, musical evenings, and corporate meetings. Guests were offered guided tours to learn more about the art and achievements of the Petrosyan family, making it a beloved destination for Yerevan’s residents and visitors.

Arev was honored with the title of Honored Artist of Armenia by the President of Armenia, recognizing her significant contributions to the field of art.

She created and presented a large mural titled "Inspiration of the Century" (12m x 2.5m) to the Fresno Holy Trinity Church in California, on the occasion of its 100th anniversary, further solidifying her reputation as an internationally recognized artist.

Her monumental (22 sq. m) stained glass painting, “The Power of Unity,” was gifted by the President of Armenia to the Council of Europe and was permanently displayed in the Assembly Hall, showcasing Armenia's cultural heritage to the international community. 

That same year,She was covered in “Women in Art” global catalog, printed in Austria, with her “Mother Armenia” painting. A catalogue of masterpieces, a prestigious publication featuring masterpieces by great female artists from medieval era to modern times.  

Since 2009 Arev participated in Women's mentoring program and Alumni Mentoring program, administered by American Councils and U.S. Embassy . The U.S. Embassy and the Armenian University of Armenia (AUA) established the Women’s Mentoring Program in 2009. The Embassy in partnership with American University of Armenia’s Political Science and International Affairs Program, and Women and Youth Development and Support Center (WYDS) launch a fifth iteration of the Women’s Mentoring Program in 2017. The special focus on women was due to the fact that women were significantly underrepresented worldwide in top leadership positions in government and business. The purpose of the program is to inspire and empower the next generation of Armenian women to attain leadership positions in their chosen professions. 

2011 She studied art management skills in the USA within the “International Visitor” program of the US Government.

 A true breakthrough, however, came in 2005. The artist started to work in her own unique and original style. She started to create large, bright, luminous, colorful, and transparent paintings full of unusual inner warmth and sensuality, with gold and silver plates on plexiglas applied by a truly unique technique. She presented her first personal exhibition at the Union of Artists, establishing her place in the world of fine art with her unique style.  As the first artist in Armenia to work with gold and silver leaf on plexiglass, she has developed a style that blends tradition with modernity, creating works that reflect light, color, and emotion. 

However,  she experienced a transformative artistic break-through, venturing into vibrant and dynamic mixed-media art - exclusively on plexiglass. This unconventional choice soon became her signature. This breakthrough gained international recognition, leading her to participate in exhibitions and art events worldwide.

Arev's creative journey began in her student years when she became known as a talented designer working for television companies. She was leading young designer in Armenia. As successful free lance designer Arev has created TV studios for various TV shows at different stations: more then 100 sets for news shows, entertainment and educational programs, and so on, where she opened up a new platform in TV design with her new style, freshness, and novel, unique and original solutions. She has cooperated with Coca-Cola, Schwarzkopf, ICON Communication, 106 City FM and other international organizations as well as state agencies doing design works for some areas. More then 25 concert stages, book designs, filmmaker designer for movies was done during this period. 

 Arev's artistic journey is guided by her deep belief that love is energy. She sees her art as a channel for this universal force, transforming light, color, and emotion into creations that touch the soul. Through every artwork, she strives to share this energy, believing that by infusing the world with love, we can inspire a path toward greater consciousness, unity, and peace. Her works are not just visual expressions but invitations to connect, reflect, and feel the profound beauty that love brings to our existence.