Aija Zariņa
Aija Zariņa, born in 1954, was a prominent Latvian painter known for her significant contributions to the modernist art movement in Latvia. She played a pivotal role in transforming the artistic landscape by integrating the stylistic elements of earlier generations of modernist artists. Zariņa was a member of the Latvian Artists' Union from 1982 until 2018 and served as the director of its gallery from 2006 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as a set designer for three productions directed by Māra Ķimele at the New Riga Theatre. Her works are featured in esteemed collections, including the Latvian National Museum of Art and various private collections both in Latvia and abroad. Aija Zariņa passed away recently, marking the loss of a significant figure in the Latvian art scene.
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Recent news mentions
Aija Zariņa's work is part of the exhibition, highlighting the contributions of contemporary artists.
Izstāde Galerijas kolekcija / Diena
Latvia· 2026-02-07
Aija Zariņa's work is part of the museum's contemporary art collection.
Latvijas Nacionālais mākslas muzejs savā darbībā stiprina laikmetīgās mākslas virzienu / DienaLatvia· 2026-01-19
Aija Zariņa was an artist whose first memorial exhibition was held posthumously.
Aija staigā gar jūru aiz horizonta. Pāvilostas PAiR rezidencē skatāma Aijas Zariņas pirmā piemiņas izstāde Mainīgais svārsts / DienaLatvia· 2025-11-15
Aija Zariņa is honored in an exhibition celebrating her significant contribution to the development of visual arts in Latvia.
Pāvilostā notiks Aijas Zariņas piemiņas izstāde Maigais svārsts / DienaLatvia· 2025-10-04
Aija Zariņa is praised by Andris Freibergs for her exceptional sense of space in scenography.
Pareizums ir bīstams / DienaLatvia· 2025-08-17
Aija Zariņa is one of the notable female artists mentioned in relation to Oļegs Tillbergs' exhibition.
Ar titānisku spēku. Santas Hiršas grāmatas Oļegs Tillbergs recenzija / DienaLatvia· 2025-07-28
Aija Zariņa is mentioned as a notable female painter performing at Oļegs Tillbergs' exhibition.
Ar titānisku spēku. Tapusi monogrāfija par Oļegu Tillbergu / DienaLatvia· 2025-07-27Aija Zariņa was an outstanding artist, painter, and scenographer.
Viņa domāja zīmējot. Aiju Zariņu pieminot / DienaLatvia· 2025-07-24
Aija Zariņa is one of the most controversial Latvian artists known for her philosophical and bold works in painting, graphics, and installation art.
Bezkompromisu ceļš. Aija Zariņa dodas tālāk meklēt gaismu / DienaLatvia· 2025-07-22
Aija Zariņa was one of the most prominent Latvian painters who introduced a stylistic shift influenced by previous generations of modernist artists.
Mūžībā devusies gleznotāja Aija Zariņa / DienaLatvia· 2025-07-21