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Press Coverage

A curated selection of articles, interviews, and publications featuring Urve Tõnnus. These materials highlight her artistic practice, exhibitions, and international recognition.

International Press

Virtual Exhibition “Global Expressions"

The international virtual art exhibition “Global Expressions,” hosted by CEV Art Gallery in Arizona, ran from April to the end of May and has now come to a close! To mark this final chapter, the gallery has released a special video introducing the participating artists. I am honored to be part of this exhibition, and my works appear relatively early in the video! Additionally, I have been recognized with the title Recognized Artist, which makes this experience even more special

Exhibition April 15-31.May 2025

The Transformative Power of Feminine Energy: The Art of Urve Tõnnus

In the vibrant landscape of contemporary art, few voices resonate as profoundly as that of Estonian artist Urve Tõnnus. Working across painting, mixed media, and collage, Tõnnus creates art that celebrates feminine energy, historical archetypes, and the delicate balance between humanity and nature. Her canvases are not merely visual experiences — they are invitations to reflect, remember, and reconnect with the deeper currents that shape our world.

A Journey Shaped by Curiosity and Courage

Urve’s artistic path began in childhood and has grown into a decade-long exploration that has carried her from Estonia’s forests and coastlines to international stages in New York, London, Zürich, and Miami. Her works have been featured at renowned events such as Armory Art Week, Parallax Art Fair, Swissartexpo, and Artexpo New York. She has received multiple recognitions, including the Masterful Minds Award and the International Prize Ambassador of Art.

Layered Narratives: Technique and Meaning

At the heart of Tõnnus’s practice lies a commitment to layered storytelling — both technically and thematically. Her mixed media works often combine acrylic, oil, found objects, and photographic elements, resulting in richly textured surfaces that invite close observation. The use of cardboard and canvas reflects her interest in both tradition and experimentation, while ornate frames and hand-applied embellishments add a sense of ritual and reverence.
Each piece becomes a meditation on the power and mystery of women — goddesses, queens, and icons who have shaped history, often from the margins. Through bold color, dynamic composition, and symbolic materials, Tõnnus amplifies the voices of those overlooked, reminding viewers that feminine energy is not fragile but transformative.

Nature as Muse and Message

Nature is a constant presence in Urve’s art. The landscapes of Estonia — with their fleeting light and shifting seasons — serve as both inspiration and metaphor. In her paintings, nature is not a passive backdrop but an active participant, a reminder of resilience, fragility, and the urgent need for environmental awareness. Her work calls for a renewed respect for the natural world, echoing her belief that true harmony emerges when we honor, rather than dominate, our environment.

Bridging the Personal and the Universal

What distinguishes Tõnnus is her ability to weave the personal with the universal. Her art is deeply informed by her own journey as a woman and an artist, yet it speaks to collective themes of love, resilience, and consciousness. Each brushstroke becomes an act of remembrance; each collage, a bridge between the sacred and the everyday.

A Call to Awareness

For Urve Tõnnus, art is more than expression — it is a way of life, a vessel for shared awareness. Her paintings invite viewers into a space where intellect meets intuition, reason meets compassion, and history meets possibility. In a world marked by imbalance and uncertainty, her work stands as a call to awaken the transformative power within us all.