ABOUT MANANA ARENA

‘‘Born in Tbilisi, Georgia, Manana’s artistic foundation was shaped by the rich, complex history of a former Soviet republic. Though her early talent was nurtured through traditional line and color, her formal education in textile manufacturing provided the structural discipline that still anchors her work today. After establishing a career in fashion, relocating to the United States in 1999 became a creative rebirth for Manana.

Today, Manana’s practice is a celebration of “poetic freedom.” She translates the precision of her textile background into a more visceral, abstract language. Using a diverse toolkit—oils, charcoal, spray paint, enamel, and oil stick—she explores the interplay of circles, lines, and expressive marks that reflect the drama and intensity of Manana’s personal journey.

Manana’s work is deeply informed by her fascination with history and politics, using the canvas to process narratives of her homeland and her life in the diaspora. Each piece becomes an invitation to witness a spirit in constant evolution.’’

EDUCATIONS

Coursera: Postwar Abstract Painting(2024-2024):

Capri Institute, Skin Care Therapist (2021-2021):

Light Industry College, Republic of Georgia (1981-1984): Bachelor of Technology  Patent Institute, Republic of Georgia (1984-1986): Certificate of Patent Specialist