Artist's Statement
"Chronicles of the Wild" collection represents my artistic rebirth, forged through a profound connection with raw nature. As a daily rower, I intimately engage with water, immersing myself in the dance of weather, currents, and wind, mirroring my own journey. Amidst this elemental dialogue, I pause to savor the intricate treasures of flora and fauna, rekindling an appreciation for often-overlooked wonders. I also reflect on the stark absence of Berlin's sunshine, triggering shifts in collective consciousness about water quality, ecological fragility, and the preservation of wild sanctuaries within an urban jungle. I strive capture the silent, powerful narratives of our coexistence with nature in my works.
"Beyond the Shadows" is a series that serves as a profound meditation on the a departure from the illusory comfort of a souless and toxic dependence. This collection marks a journey from paralysis to liberation, a shift from a stifling existence to the exploration of an abstract, surreal world. In this realm, the future is an obscured horizon, daunting in its uncertainty, yet it is here that we unearth a surprising wellspring of bravery.
This series is about discovering these hidden reserves of power in the midst of adversity. As we navigate through this transformation, we encounter profound insights into the human experience. We learn that survival is not just about endurance; it's about finding beauty in the present, what we hold in our hands at this very moment.
About
Santo (she/her), born Carla Susanto is an Indonesian-born, Canadian abstract painter in Berlin. Santo earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.
Since 2012, her visual art works have been celebrated at renowned events such as the Toronto International Film Festival, Bologna Children Book Festival, Nuit Blanche, Kirkus, and AIGA exhibitions, where she has earned recognition and acclaim from audiences and critics alike.
Santo is a resident Artist at Haze Gallery, Berlin since December 2023, where her select works are represented.
2024 EXHIBIT
January 4-28 2024
“ENDURING” Group Show,
Upstream Gallery, Hastings on Hudson, NY, USA
January 18 - February 10 2024
"SMALL WORKS/BIG IMPRESSION"
Union St. Gallery, Chicago Heights, IL, USA
February 14 - March 3, 2024
“Back To The Grimoire” Group Show,
Propeller Gallery, Toronto, Canada
July 8-28, 2024
“TEXT-URE”
CICA Museum , Gimpo , South Korea
PAST CORPORATE COMMISSION
INTACT INSURANCE. (Toronto, Canada)
ING DIRECT CANADA. (Toronto, Canada)
ROOSTER POST. (Toronto, Canada)
GRHA KEDOYA HOSPITAL (Jakarta, Indonesia)
PAST EXHIBITS AND SCREENINGS
Lars and Friends. AIGA Minnesota (2016)
Lars and Friends. Bologna Children Book Festival (2016)
L'Aubade. Toronto International Film Festival. (2013)
Tsunami, Horses and Civilization. Toronto International Film Festival. (2010)
Tsunami, Horses and Civilization. Nuit Blanche Toronto (2010)
AWARDS
Lars and Friends. Kirkus Star, Kirkus Media (2015)
PRIVATE COLLECTION
New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Boston, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Cape Town, Singapore, Hong Kong, Jakarta.
EDUCATION
Holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, CA, USA.