Bio – CV

Italian by birth, cosmopolitan by choice, Sabrina Puppin is an internationally exhibited visual artist living between Doha, Qatar and New York City, USA.

Many renowned venues internationally have showcased her work, including the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan, Almaty, Kazakhstan, 2023 and 2026, Museo Arte e Scienza, Milan, Italy,2025,  The Kyoto Museum, Kyoto, Japan,2024 and 2024, MEAM Museu Europeu de Arte Moderna, Barcelona, Spain, 2022, Museo Civico, Marino, Italy, 2024, Museo Francesco Gonzaga, Mantua, Italy,2024 and Qatar Museums, Doha, Qatar,2020 as well as galleries in USA, Qatar, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Israel, Malta, Dubai and India. Qatar Museums granted her a personal retrospective at the Fire Station contemporary galleries, Doha, Qatar.

She was chosen to represent the Italian contemporary art in 2020 by the Italian Embassy in Qatar and awarded a solo show at Al Gassar Gallery, Doha, Qatar.

She participated at the XIV Florence Biennale, 2023; SEGNALATI at the Parliament of Malta, 2023 and at the Gallery, Madrid, Spain, 2026; the 1st Sanremo Biennale, 2023; and at the 4th Bienal de Arte Barcelona, Spain 2022.

Sabrina Puppin was awarded showcase in the juried art show COLOR by the juror Marcela Guerrero, Assistant Curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art and art show WIDE OPEN by juror Paulina Pobocha, Associated Curator at MOMA, New York.

She was a guest artist at the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the founding of Saint Petersburg, Russia at the Gorohovaya 6 Gallery.

Additionally, she exhibited twice at the Lalit Kala Akademi, India’s government-run national academy of fine art.

Sabrina Puppin is the recipient of several highly prestigious prizes for her artistic merit. Puppin’s work has been included in numerous publication all around the world and it is part of many public and private collections.

In my artistic journey, I find myself constantly walking the line between reality and perception. The tangible and the intangible. My work is an exploration, a form of communication where I attempt to convey the fluid and often elusive nature of our perception of the world. I believe that art has the power to transform, to alter one’s understanding of reality, and to offer a new lens through which we can view our surroundings. My pieces are invitations to the viewers to step into a world where the boundaries of perception are blurred, where the familiar becomes unfamiliar, and where the act of seeing transcends the mere act of looking.

Creating art for me is not a choice but a necessity, an intrinsic urge that emanates from the core of my being. It is how I make sense of the world, how I express my thoughts and emotions, and how I connect with others. My work is a dialogue with the viewer, a shared experience where the artwork serves as a medium through which we can explore the depths of our consciousness and the nuances of our existence. Through my art, I aim to create a space where viewers can lose themselves, find themselves, and ultimately, see the world through a different lens.

The philosophy behind my artwork is deeply rooted in my perception of reality and the ways in which we interact with our environment. I am fascinated by the idea that our understanding of the world is shaped by our sensory experiences and that through art, we can challenge and expand the perceptions. My pieces are an expression of this fascination, a manifestation of my desire to explore the unseen, to delve into the unknown, and to bring forth a new understanding of the world around us. My artwork transcends mere representation; it delves deep into the realm of perception and interpretation. In a world saturated with images and noise, my work serves as a beacon of contemplation and reflection. It challenges the viewers to look beyond the surface and seek meaning in the spaces between colors and forms. My art serves as a gateway to understanding the intricate dance between perception and reality.

The artwork outdoes cultural boundaries, inviting viewers from all walks of life to find solace and inspiration in its depths. Through bold exploration of color, shape and form, I invite viewers to reimagine the world around and discover beauty in the most unexpected places. Each piece is a testament to my mastery over the medium, my understanding of color theory, and my ability to engage with audience on a visceral level, making the works not only visually striking but also intellectually stimulating.

My creative process is a harmonious blend of spontaneity and control, intuitive and loose paint handling. My technique is rooted in a deep understanding of materials used (glazes and mixed media on various surfaces) achieved through a commitment to growth and experimentation, and research to new ways to use the core medium. My technique, though at times appearing spontaneous, involves meticulous application of medium using small droppers, brushes and sticks, and considering various factors like drying time and color interaction. This laborious and physically demanding process, coupled with an element of chance, keeps the relationship with my work continually refreshing and invigorating.

My artwork serves as a bridge between the seen and the unseen, the known and the unknown. My creations invite viewers into a realm where the ordinary constraints of perception are transcended, offering a space for personal exploration and introspection. Through vibrant use of color and dynamic compositions, I craft visual narratives that resonate with the fluidity of thought and vision, challenging viewers to engage with my work on a profoundly personal level. The themes running through my artwork are reflections of my philosophical musing on reality and perception. My work is not just a visual experience but an invitation to explore the interplay between what is perceived and what is conceived in mind’s eye. By removing representational elements and focusing on color and form, I encourage a sensory experience that is open to interpretation, allowing viewers to imbue the work with their own meanings and emotions.