Tania Antoshina: 

Interdisciplinary Artist and Visionary

Tania Antoshina, born in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia, and now residing in Paris, is a renowned interdisciplinary artist with a PhD in fine art from Industrial Academy (Stroganovskoe) in Moscow. Her diverse career spans interior design, theological studies, and participation in over 300 exhibitions worldwide. Antoshina's work has been featured in prestigious venues such as the Venice Biennale and museums across Europe and the United States, earning her numerous accolades and residencies.

Artistic Journey and Achievements

Early Career

From 1997, Antoshina began her career as an interior designer, laying the foundation for her multidisciplinary approach to art.

International Recognition

Antoshina's work gained global acclaim, with exhibitions at renowned institutions like MUMOK in Vienna, Chelsea Art Museum in New York, and the Royal Academy in London.

Recent Developments

From 2019 to 2023, Antoshina studied at a theological school, further expanding her artistic perspective and conceptual depth.

Notable Exhibitions and Collections

Major Exhibitions

56th Venice Biennale (2015)

"Gender Check" at MUMOK, Vienna (2012)

"After the Wall" at Moderna Muzeet, Stockholm (1999)

Museum Collections

State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

MUMOK, Vienna

International Presence

National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington DC

Corcoran Art Museum, Washington DC

Neues Museum Weserburg Bremen

Artist Residencies and Global Influence

ZARYA Center for Contemporary Art

In 2017, Antoshina was a resident artist at ZARYA Center in Vladivostok, Russia, contributing to the local art scene.

Dukley European Art Community

From 2015 to 2017, she participated in a residency at Dukley in Montenegro, engaging with European artistic traditions.

International Experiences

Antoshina's residencies in India, Spain, and the USA have broadened her artistic perspective and global influence.

Honors and Awards

Olympic Art (gold medal), Olympic Fine Arts, Beijing, 2008;

"Five Rings Prize", Landscape Sculpture Design Contest, Beijing, 2008;

"Magmart" (prizewinner), Naples, Italy, 2006;

"Silver camera" (prizewinner), The Museum Moscow House of Photography, Moscow, 2003, 2002;

"Art Photo, Modern Russia" photography contest (prizewinner), Photography center, Gogolevsky boulevard, Moscow, 2001;

SPACE ARK: A Futuristic Vision

Global Ecological Crisis

The project envisions a future where humanity unites to recreate all species of animals and plants to prevent Earth's ecological collapse.

International Testing Station

In 2076, the first station for restoring lost animal species opens, combining efforts of artists and genetic scientists.

Mythical Creatures

The project aims to restore not only known species but also "fantastic" creatures like mermaids and centaurs, believed to have existed in ancient civilizations.

Intergalactic Journey

Preparations for a space voyage to planet Eos involve astronauts, scientists, engineers, and religious representatives.

Innovative Concepts in SPACE ARK

Artistic Recreation

The project draws inspiration from Bosch paintings and medieval Bestiary drawings to recreate ancient and mythical species.

Biological Innovation

Animals are redesigned to survive on water and air through photosynthesis, adapting to the long space journey.

Suspended Animation

If the expedition fails to reach Eos, the ark transforms into a Museum of Earth's Natural History in suspended animation.

The Message of SPACE ARK

Environmental Responsibility

The project encourages reflection on current environmental issues and the need to preserve Earth's unique nature.

Consciousness Purity

It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the purity of human consciousness in the face of global challenges.

Global Unity

SPACE ARK promotes the idea of humanity coming together to address existential threats and preserve life.