Aria Nadii is a transcendental artist and alchemist whose materials include embroidered fabrics woven through with metals, musical scores and the shredded pages of old books, fragments combined with oils and inks to create a landscape of transformation. She brings to her work a technical skill that allows her to move beyond the boundaries of shape and form into an exploration of chimerical constructions.
Layered with subtle meanings, her work calls forth the metamorphic powers of the natural world. In the depths of her glazes we find ourselves mirrored, our reflections caught unawares between the sheer matter of butterfly wings and the echoes of archaic passages. We return from the vision with our sight renewed and a fresh awareness of the patterns that swirl beneath the surface of our lives. – Papaveria Press
Aria Nadii’s work defies description and boundaries, in intriguing combinations of mosaic, sculpture and painting. Mysterious layers draw you in for a closer look within the tapestry of textures and golden hues, floating alchemy, and magical inks. “Ascendency”, “Reflection”, and a charming “Oroborus” all reside in my home. Hung together they create an atmospheric group that all relate to each other in some way, and speak directly to the soul. – Jennifer Parrish
When Aria paints clearly there is something more special going on than the application of paint to canvas. Rich with symbolism and fascinating background stories, Aria’s work positively glows with a love of life and a wish that we all share that happiness with her. There is something about these paintings that seem to indicate a person who has emerged triumphant from many bitter hardships and disappointments, resisted the easy trap of cynicism and now embraces the goodness of life with an unshakable belief in all its positive blessings – a rare quality indeed!
Aria’s paintings make compulsive collecting – not just for collection’s sake but because each seems to carry a secret message so sweetly personal that it’s impossible to imagine them being meant for anyone else. It is the type of art that while uniquely beautiful remains incredibly accessible. The beauty of these paintings does not intimidate or alienate – rather inspires us to tap our own unique vein of creativity. – The Apothocary’s Cat
I received “Transposition” last week. I absolutely love it! I am not only mesmerized by the creation itself, but am awestruck at the time and thought that went into this and every one of your pieces. The tranquil golden world, created from the old and the new, is gorgeous. I want to crawl into the vision and float in the ethereal incandescent bubble. Aesthetically, your work is enticing and beautiful.
However, I equally am captivated by the thought behind the visual manifestation. Your knowledge and intellect shine through in your esoteric references and gifted perceptions. Perhaps this is a silly point to some. To me, always curious to learn more, the facts presented and questions inspired by your art are appreciated…and humbling. The breadth of your themes, encompassing literary, mythical, biblical, and biological allusions, astound me. Where else can I learn that there are only 3 species of Spirula and also ask myself the relevance of a biblical passage? Thus, I am engaged by your pieces on an entirely different level. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, especially in such a brilliant portrayal. I admire and adore your work and am delighted to own another magnificent Aria Nadii original. Thanks again! – T. Wahl
I was thrilled to find out that Aria was producing paintings of the Hindu Pantheon. I was waiting for Saraswati, wanting to be sure I could jump in and buy her! As I sit here with the painting today, the first thing I want to say about it is that it never fails to make me smile. Aria’s work is alive. It is filled with friendly warmth *and* mystery, which is a combination not everyone is able to achieve. Visually, it is stunningly beautiful. Saraswati floats in her own space – the appearance is decidedly three dimensional. The ink drawing is meticulous and perfect. There are bits of transparent color, organic shapes of leaves and flowers dancing at the goddess’s feet, between the background and the foreground – or both? Ancient characters appear and disappear. At once, it is an artifact, a beautiful relic plucked from the Akasha, and a modern fine art piece. From what I’ve seen, this is true of Aria’s work in general, and I hope to collect more of it along the way.” – Delana Lee
When Aria paints clearly there is something more special going on than the application of paint to canvas. Rich with symbolism and fascinating background stories, Aria’s work positively glows with a love of life and a wish that we all share that happiness with her. There is something about these paintings that seem to indicate a person who has emerged triumphant from many bitter hardships and disappointments, resisted the easy trap of cynicism and now embraces the goodness of life with an unshakable belief in all its positive blessings – a rare quality indeed!