Daniel Mirchev DUNA is a well-established sculptor known for his
intricate and dynamic wooden sculptures. He has over 30 years of experience in
wood sculpture, a craft he began honing during his studies at the Sliven Art
High School, where he specialized in woodcarving. His work often explores the
interplay between figurative and abstract forms, leveraging the natural
qualities of plywood to create complex, flowing shapes that engage viewers from
multiple angles.
Mirchev's sculptures have been showcased in numerous solo and
group exhibitions both in Bulgaria and internationally. Notably, he has had a
significant presence in galleries such as the Macadam Contemporary Art Gallery
in Brussels and the Cube Gallery in London. Daniel Mirchev is expanding his
presence in the art world, now also being represented by The Boston art gallery
Lanoue, USA. His work has been part of various art forums and exhibitions
across Europe and America, and his pieces are included in private collections
in Western Europe, Canada, and the United States.
In terms of material and technique, Mirchev's choice of plywood
is particularly noteworthy. The layered structure of plywood allows him to
create new and independent lines during the sculpting process, which
complements the forms he envisions. This technique contributes to a harmonious
blend of volume and line, resulting in sculptures that appear both organic and
meticulously crafted. His work often plays with light and shadow, enhancing the
viewer's experience and interaction with each piece.
Selected Exhibitions
June – July 2024 / "Something in the Air”, Solo exhibition,
Macadam gallery, Brussels
January 2024 / Group exhibition, Lanoue Gallery, Boston, MA, USA
September 2023 / Selected artists exhibition, Cube gallery,
London
October 2022 / "Zoom In Zoom Out", Solo exhibition,
Macadam gallery, Brussels
September 2022 / “Capacity of line”, Group exhibition, Vijion
Art Gallery, Pontives, Italy
July 2022 / “Unreal world”, Group exhibition of wood sculpting,
“Ilia Beshkov” gallery, Pleven, Bulgaria
April 2022 / “UNEARTHLY”, Collective exhibition, Macadam
gallery, Brussels, Belgium
December 2021 / “BLUR”, Solo exhibition, Credo Bonum gallery,
Sofia, Bulgaria
October 2021 / “Myths and legends – 40 years later”, Collective exhibition of the Professional
Association of Bulgarian Artists, Woodcarving section, National gallery “Shipka
6”, Sofia, Bulgaria
September 2021 / “Inside – out”, Solo exhibition, part of National
Autumn Exhibitions “Thresholds and Scars”, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
July 2020 / “Perspectives” , Collective exhibition of Art group
“NINE” in cooperation with the Professional Association of Bulgarian Artists,
National gallery “Shipka 6”, Sofia, Bulgaria
October 2019 / Representative exhibition, Port Prim Art
Festival, Bourgas, Bulgaria – curatorial exhibition of 5 selected artists
March 2019 / Group exhibition, Macadam gallery, Brussels,
Belgium
November 2018 / “Architec-tonic” – special guest to Obetre
Exhibition – Macadam gallery, Brussels, Belgium
October 2018 / “Brittle destruction of materials”, Anniversary
Exhibition of the Prominent Artists of the Sofia Gallery “The Red Dot Depot”,
Sofia, Bulgaria
July 2018 / Summer Group Show – XIN Art Gallery, Ars-en-Ré,
France
December 2017 – January 2018 / Collective exhibition of Art
Union of Bulgarian Artists “Woodcarving”, Sofia, Bulgaria
May – September 2016 / Human Rights Diversity Exhibition curated
by Roberto Ronka, Trento, Italy
May 2015 / “Mediteraneo” – Solo exhibition in The Red Dot
gallery, Sofia Bulgaria
Selected Art Fairs
December 2023 - Art Miami, Miami, FL
November 2023 - Luxemburg Art Fair
March 2023 - Collect Art Fair, London, UK
February 2019 - ArtUp!; Lille, France
November 2018 - AAF, Hamburg, Germany
September 2018 - Battersea AAF London, UK
March 2018 - AAF, Brussels, Belgium
November 2017 - AAF, Hamburg, Germany
