For the artist, this exhibition is a conceptual summary and an opportunity to pause and focus on future developments. Tiiu’s work has always been guided by the principle of painting beyond mere decoration – with an interest in the meditative power of a still image and its ability to turn the viewer inward. Painting, for her, is a machine for thought. In earlier works, it also served as a dialogical object, inviting viewers to intervene – to write, erase, and continue.

Many of these works have already found life beyond the studio, becoming part of homes and everyday environments. Tiiu’s art is characterized by her continuous interest in the inner world of people, the contemporary political reality, and the pursuit of spiritual freedom – raising the question of art’s role in shaping and supporting a free individual.

This exhibition is both a reflection and a beginning – a dreamlike picture of past decades and a fresh breath towards new paths.

“What inspires me in Tiiu’s works is their depth, boldness, strength, and emotional sensitivity. Her unwavering search for freedom runs powerfully through her art. Tiiu is not only a masterful painter – she possesses the artistic soul that refuses to bow to passing trends or decorative aesthetics. Her melancholy yet hopeful spirit remains vividly present in her works, even through the years.”
– curator Santa Zukker