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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Natalia Alekna's art collages that transcend traditional boundaries and evoke powerful emotions and introspection.

About Natalia Alekna

Art Collages

Dive into the world of art collages created by Natalia Alekna — where fragments of images, textures, and meanings come together in a new reality. Her works explore themes of identity, memory, and the invisible threads that connect people and nature. Each collage is not just a composition, but a visual story that invites the viewer to reflect and feel.

Series of Works

Natalia’s collages are presented in series, each with its own character and atmosphere. Through these projects, she captures emotions, states of mind, and moments that often remain unnoticed. Every series becomes a journey — from inner reflections to universal experiences — offering the audience both aesthetic pleasure and a deeper dialogue.

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About Me.

Natalia Alekna was born in Moscow and now lives and works in London. She is a visual artist and collage maker, exploring themes of identity, transformation, and the interplay between reality and imagination. Natalia combines elements of fashion, theatre, and nature to create layered, poetic works that invite viewers to reflect on personal and social roles. In addition to her visual practice, she is also a musician and develops her own music projects, which inform her artistic approach and sense of rhythm and composition in her collages. Her work has been exhibited in local galleries and art spaces, and she continues to develop series that merge texture, narrative, and symbolism, engaging audiences in a dialogue about human experience and personal transformation.

I am plural

Series Concept

I Am Plural is a visual exploration of contemporary identity through fragmentation, transformation, and reconnection. The six-piece series presents the self not as a singular, fixed entity, but as a shifting constellation of impressions, memories, roles, and instincts. Drawing on imagery from fashion, nature, and surrealist motifs, these collages examine the layered interplay between the personal and the collective, the internal and the external. The series flows through three thematic movements, each revealing a different aspect of identity’s fluid nature. It invites viewers to reflect on how we construct ourselves, how societal expectations influence perception, and how we can reclaim a more instinctual and authentic self.

I. Fragmented Selves

Mask of Perception
Face of Others

II. Temporal Gardens

Floral Memory
The Colour of Time

III. Becoming Nature

Nature Within
Metamorphosis

IV. Mythical Pathways

The Golden Flig

I. Fragmented Selves

Mask of Perception

Face of Others

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1. Whisper of the Stage

A meditation on the relationship between text and image, word and body. The figure’s gown, composed of fragments of printed pages, becomes both clothing and narrative, a reminder of how language shapes identity. Fashion here is not simply fabric but a written script that the wearer embodies. Monochrome elements against a bold red background evoke theatricality and intimacy, as if the figure is caught between the spotlight and her own silence. Words become armor, weight, and whisper — and in this moment, the woman herself becomes the stage, fragile yet powerful, present yet ephemeral.

2. Dual Self

This work explores the complexity of selfhood and the masks we present to the world. The central figure, dressed in regal red, holds his own severed head, a surreal gesture of confrontation and detachment. Symmetry and saturated color amplify the drama, while fragmented textures emphasize the layered nature of identity. By holding his likeness, the figure embodies vulnerability and defiance, reclaiming agency over how he is seen. The collage questions whether self-portraiture can ever be whole, or whether we are always split between the face we show and the one we conceal.

3. Flora Crown

Celebrating vitality, renewal, and the power of nature, this collage presents a figure adorned with a crown of branches and blossoms. The bright red dress radiates strength and sensuality, while green accents evoke growth and rebirth. Against a dynamic background, the figure dances in a space both industrial and organic, highlighting the tension between human constructs and natural rhythms. Nature asserts itself through resilience and beauty, mirroring the human spirit’s persistence. This piece is an ode to creativity, transformation, and carrying one’s own season of bloom.

4. Metamorphosis

Here, transformation unfolds through costume and performance. The figure appears both theatrical and vulnerable, wrapped in sculptural shapes that suggest wings, shells, or protective armor. A palette of reds and pinks conveys passion, intensity, and change, while fragmented textures reinforce constant becoming. Inspired by stage design and fashion, clothing becomes a ritual, a second skin. The figure is caught mid-movement, embodying a state of flux. This collage reflects the human condition: always evolving, never static, balancing between what we are and what we are becoming.

5. Chandelier Spirit

In this final work, light becomes body. The figure stretches outward like a chandelier, embodying illumination and fragility. Monochrome tones punctuated with glowing candles create a haunting atmosphere, where shadow and brilliance coexist. This duality mirrors our attempts to shine for others while risking self-extinguishment. The chandelier becomes a metaphor for celebration, endurance, and spectacle, yet also the weight of carrying light. This collage portrays presence in darkness, showing that fragile forms can radiate strength, and that beauty emerges from both heaviness and glow.

The Scarlet Gaze

In “The Scarlet Gaze”, I explore the interplay between power, ritual, and transformation. The central female figure, draped in black with a piercing red gaze, becomes both performer and symbol — a guardian of inner strength and hidden vulnerability. The pumpkins and autumnal motifs evoke the cycles of harvest and decay, linking the human figure to seasonal rhythms of change. Fashion elements, such as the garments and textures, merge with organic forms to blur the boundaries between the artificial and the natural, the glamorous and the raw. The scarlet tones suggest passion, danger, and intensity, while the illuminated pumpkins hint at both festivity and ritual sacrifice. The collage becomes a meditation on duality: presence and absence, beauty and mortality, surface and depth. Ultimately, this work is about how we carry the seasons within ourselves, transforming with them while still seeking constancy through the gaze — a gaze that is both alluring and unsettling, a mask and a mirror.

I. Fragmented Selves "Mask of Perception"

In this piece, I explore the theme of perception — both self-perception and the ways in which we are seen by others. The multitude of eyes layered over the face symbolises excessive scrutiny, societal pressure, and constant self-surveillance in contemporary life. This “mask” made of countless gazes reflects how we often view ourselves through the eyes of others, losing connection with our own inner identity and authenticity. The collage speaks to the inner conflict between personal truth and external expectation. I aim to highlight how modern standards, media representation, and information overload can distort our sense of self. It is a visual metaphor for anxiety, vulnerability, and inner tension, but also a call for self-awareness, reflection, and clarity. Through texture, layered imagery, and repetition, the work encourages the viewer to consider how they perceive themselves versus how they are perceived, and how to reclaim agency in defining their own identity.

I. Fragmented Selves “Face of Others”

This work continues the exploration of identity, with a focus on the social masks we wear and the influence of external perception. The central female figure holds a mask composed of fragmented facial features — eyes, lips, noses — symbolising how our identity is often constructed from external influences, social roles, and imposed ideals. The hand holding the mask suggests an attempt to control this narrative, yet the true self remains obscured beneath the surface. By using glossy magazine cut-outs, I reference the fashion and media industries, which frequently dictate our sense of appearance, value, and self-worth. The collage reflects on the challenge of self-definition in a world shaped by cultural expectations, beauty standards, and social comparison. It invites viewers to examine how much of themselves is authentic and how much is borrowed from others’ perceptions. Through layering, texture, and juxtaposition of images, the work communicates tension, self-reflection, and the desire to reclaim personal identity amidst societal pressures. This piece is both a critique and a meditation on individuality, authenticity, and the interplay between inner life and outward presentation.

II. Temporal Gardens “Floral Memory”

This composition is a visual poem about memory, personal history, and the emotional resonance of imagery. Flowers, butterflies, trinkets, and illustrated figures form a dreamlike collage, fragments of the past blending together like pieces of a nostalgic reverie. The childlike face in the centre symbolises innocence, curiosity, and the clarity of childhood perception, untouched by societal expectation. The background is rich with emotive details, each image carrying a feeling — joy, longing, melancholy, or fleeting happiness. I am fascinated by how visual symbols can trigger deep emotional recall and act as gateways to memory that words often cannot capture. This work is both intensely personal and universally resonant — how colours, shapes, and found imagery evoke memory, nostalgia, and reflection. The collage acts as a diary without dates, a record of emotional experience, and a meditation on the way memory, time, and personal perception intertwine. It invites viewers to connect with their own memories and to reflect on the delicate, poetic ways the past shapes who we are.

II. Temporal Gardens “The Colour of Time”

“The Colour of Time” combines the symbolism of nature, time, femininity, and personal growth. Flowers growing from a clock suggest continuity, cycles of life, inner growth, and our enduring connection to natural rhythms. The woman’s eye, adorned with petals, becomes a metaphor for seasonal change, emotional cycles, and the passage of time. A seated fashion figure atop the clock represents self-possession, reflection, and the idea of embracing time rather than fearing its inevitable flow. Through layered textures, vibrant imagery, and subtle symbolic details, I aimed to portray the inner life of a woman as intrinsically linked to nature, growth, and temporal rhythms. This work is a meditation on balance, self-acceptance, resilience, and beauty at every age. Time here is not linear but cyclical, unfolding like a bloom, and the collage seeks to express how memory, experience, and emotional evolution shape identity. By combining visual metaphors and delicate compositional layering, the piece invites viewers to contemplate their own relationship with time, change, and self-discovery.

III. Becoming Nature “Nature Within”

In this piece, I fuse human and natural elements to explore our inherent connection to the earth and to our own inner landscapes. The woman’s face is partially replaced by a seascape, rocks, and organic textures, symbolising inner states — calm, strength, fluidity, and emotional depth. Nature here is not a backdrop but a part of the self, inseparable from identity. The work suggests that landscapes do not merely surround us — they live within us, shaping our moods, perceptions, and emotional rhythms. It is a meditation on introspection, emotional resilience, and harmony. The collage encourages viewers to reflect on the importance of maintaining a bond with the natural world in the midst of a fast-paced, urban environment. Through texture, layered imagery, and surrealist composition, I explore how human consciousness is intertwined with nature, and how our emotional life can mirror landscapes — tranquil on the surface yet powerful beneath. This piece is about rootedness, balance, and the quiet awareness of our place in the world, both internally and externally.

III. Becoming Nature “Metamorphosis”

“Metamorphosis” is a visual meditation on transformation, identity, and the porous boundary between human and animal forms. Half of the figure’s face becomes a bird’s eye and vibrant feathers, symbolising the freedom of becoming and the evolution of self. The work reflects the idea that humans are not separate from nature but are continually evolving alongside it. Flowers, butterflies, and the bird’s eye represent change, beauty, and deep inner awakening. The piece celebrates fluidity, self-reinvention, and the shedding of surface identity to uncover something wild, instinctual, and authentic beneath. Through layering, juxtaposition, and symbolic imagery, I aimed to capture the emotional intensity, liberation, and poetic resonance of transformation. This work is both a personal and universal reflection on the journey toward authenticity, the embrace of change, and the courage to evolve beyond socially imposed identities. It invites viewers to consider their own process of becoming and the beauty inherent in fluidity and metamorphosis.

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