Anna Samoylova: Multidisciplinary Contemporary Artist in Mixed Media

Anna Samoylova is a London-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice revolves around the intersection of personal narrative and collective history. Born in Moscow and educated at prestigious institutions including the British Higher School of Art & Design and the School of Visual Arts in New York, Samoylova utilizes a variety of media such as textile, embroidery, installation, and printmaking to explore themes of heritage, femininity, and intergenerational memory. Her work is characterized by a deep engagement with materials traditionally associated with women's labor, such as fabric, pearls, and beadwork, which she uses to investigate how intimate histories are preserved and transmitted through domestic objects. A significant portion of Samoylova’s recent practice involves investigating national identity and folk culture. Her project 'POLE,' conceived as a visual diary following February 2022, employs symbolic linocuts on hand-dyed fabric to reflect on political anxiety and the complexity of national belonging. Other notable works, such as 'False Milk' and 'Mokosh,' delve into maternal roles and Slavic mythology, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary social commentary. By employing slow, hand-based techniques, she creates an archival language that bridges the gap between private emotional experience and public discourse. Her work has been exhibited internationally in cities like London, Berlin, and Moscow, showcasing her ability to translate complex socio-political themes into evocative, tactile art.