Details

First Name

Sandor

Last Name

Nagy

Username

nagysandorart

Website

nagysandorart.com

Region

Greater Glasgow

Disciplines

Film, Installation, Painting, Performance, Photography

Themes

Abstract, Environment, Identity, Landscape, Site-specific, Political, Portraits, Narratives

Statement

Statement

My artistic journey is a testament to the power of energy in forging connections across space, time, and existence. Delving into the depths of creative exploration, I see each medium as a conduit, a channel through which these connections manifest. From the subtle interplay of colors to the bold strokes of performance, my art becomes a tapestry woven with threads of ritual and expression.

Amidst the ever-evolving landscape of technology and environmental upheaval, my work serves as a poignant reflection on our relationship with the world around us. As I navigate the maze of contemporary tools and techniques, my unwavering methodology remains a beacon of constancy. Yet, within this steadfast approach lies a willingness to embrace the fluidity of concepts, blurring the boundaries between the tangible and the abstract.

At the heart of my practice lies a profound inquiry into our connection to the land, a theme woven intricately into the fabric of my creations. Through my art, I invite you to contemplate the delicate balance between humanity and nature, urging you to confront the ramifications of our actions on the world we inhabit.

In a world where issues defy simple solutions, I embrace the complexity of existence, offering a multifaceted exploration that transcends conventional boundaries. My work is a testament to the transformative power of art, a vessel through which we may navigate the intricacies of our collective consciousness and rediscover our place within the vast expanse of the cosmos.

Biography

Biography

Born and raised in the mystic landscapes of Transylvania, Sándor Nagy emerges as a trilingual, transdisciplinary artist currently calling Glasgow, Scotland, home. His artistic journey began at the School of Art Brasov in Transylvania, Romania, where he earned a diploma in Painting. Delving into his passion for photography, Nagy further honed his skills through a Higher Photography course at West College Scotland, achieving an impressive A grade.

Committed to a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and artistic expression, Nagy secured admission to The Glasgow School of Art, where he is currently immersed in the world of Fine Art Photography. His educational journey reflects his diverse interests, showcasing a seamless blend of traditional and contemporary artistic disciplines.

Nagy’s artistic repertoire spans many mediums, including Happenings, Performance Art, Nature, and Land Art. Whether wielding a paintbrush, capturing moments through the lens, or crafting experimental short films, Nagy’s work exudes a profound connection to nature and a keen sensitivity to the human experience.

The artist’s dedication to his craft has not gone unnoticed, with his creations earning accolades through awards, publications in esteemed journals and art books, and active participation in various international projects. Nagy’s multifaceted approach to art is a testament to his versatility and adaptability within the ever-evolving art scene.

Balancing his artistic endeavors with his studies and work within the Scottish educational sector, Nagy is continuing to evolve his creative practice. As a practicing artist, his role as a conceptual artist is marked by a harmonious amalgamation of diverse ideas, reflecting his belief that certain issues demand exploration through multiple mediums. In the last years he is focusing on Fine Art Photography and Nature Art.

For Nagy, art is an energy conduit that binds humanity, the planet, and the cosmos across space and time. His creative process is a source of peace and happiness, especially when experimenting with the fusion of natural materials and concepts. Nature, performance, and ritual have consistently played pivotal roles in his art. Nagy’s artistic narrative contributes to a body of work that transcends boundaries and invites viewers to contemplate the interconnectedness of existence.

Group Exhibitions, Art Camps, Residencies: 

2026
Upcoming: The Geumgang Nature Art Biennale – Artist in Residence, Korea Nature Artists Association (YATOO), South Korea

2024
Upcoming: Countdown – International Conceptual Photography Exhibition, Collaboration with curator Arezu Zargar, ASR Art Gallery, Tehran, Iran
Upcoming: Winter – Six Foot Gallery, Glasgow, Scotland
SSA 126th Annual Exhibition – Society of Scottish Artists, Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh, Scotland
Social & Print Swap, Third Eye Bar, Centre For Contemporary Arts Glasgow, Scotland
Pinsent Masons Fine Art Photography Exhibition, Glasgow, Scotland
Muster Point, Saltspace Cooperative, Glasgow, Scotland
Talamh – International Land Art Festival, Invited Artists, The Cooper Coast, Waterford, Ireland
Big Art Show, Art Departement Paisley, Scotland
Natural Art Cube Exhibition “12x12x12+Nature”, The Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, South Korea
Now And Then – Visual Art Scotland, Dalkeith Palace, Dalkeith, Scotland
Summer – Six Foot Gallery, Glasgow, Scotland
Ulaidhean / Treasures – Society of Scottish Artists, Gairloch Museum, Gairloch, Scotland
Open, Westside Art Base, Edinburgh, Scotland
Range, Y2 Fine Art Photography Show, The Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow, Scotland
The Teardrop Explodes – A Paisley Pattern Exhibition, The Art Department, Paisley, Scotland

2023
Society of Scottish Artists Annual Exhibition, Maclaurin Art Gallery, Ayr, Scotland
Shelter in the Forest II Geumgang Nature Art Prebiennale ‘Project Exhibition’, South Korea
Big Art Show, Featured Artist, Art Department Paisley, Scotland
LSS Art Festival, Featured Artist, Bridlington, England (canceled due to medical condition)
European Land Art Festival, Featured Artist, Dunbar, Scotland
Natural Art Cube Exhibition “12x12x12+Nature” – Uljin Yeonho Cultural Center (Uljin), South Korea
Being Co-Operative, Art Department Paisley, Scotland
Monochrome, The Glasgow Gallery of Photography, Glasgow, Scotland

2022
30×30 Society of Scottish Artists, Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh, Scotland
Freedom, National Justice Museum, Nottingham, England
LSS Art Festival, Featured Artist, Bridlington, England
Nature Art Video Exhibition, Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, South Korea
Big Art Show, Art Departement Paisley, Scotland
Nature Art Cube Exhibition, Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, South Korea
ARTFUSION (online), The Holly Art Gallery, London (UK)

2015
Szárhegy 40, Szekler Museum of Ciuc, Transylvania, Romania
3rd Graphic Art Biennial of Szekler land, Transylvanian Art Centre, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

2014
Sit in, take away, Society of Scottish Artists, Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh, Scotland
WATER International Mail Art project and exhibition – Istanbul, Turkey
SICULICIDIUM 250 – Ballasi Institute, Siculeni, Romania

2013
X. International Drum Festival, Painting workshop leader, Délegyháza, Hungary
A Creative Wall Voices, Virtual exhibition, Haiti
The Anatomy of Autonomy, Mives Ház Gallery, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

2005
Exhibition of Mărtiniș Art Camp, MAMŰ Gallery, Budapest, Hungary

2004
30th International Summer Symposium, Mărtiniș, Romania
Exhibition of Mărtiniș Art Camp, Odorheiu Secuiesc, Romania
Mărtiniș Art Camp, Artist in residence, Invited Artist, Odorheiu Secuiesc, Romania

2003
Ablak a világra, International Photo Exhibition, Mives Ház Gallery, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
Európa Bulvár, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
OBO Covasna Fine Artist`s Annual Exhibition, Lábas Ház Gallery, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
School of Art Brasov Annual Exhibition, Victoria Gallery, Brasov, Romania
Kép Vidék, House of Culture, Ilieni, Romania
Kép Vidék, Artist in residence, Invited Artist, Ilieni, Romania
Exhibition of Incitato Art Camp, The Museum of the History of Guilds, Târgu Secuiesc, Romania
Incitato Art Camp, Artist in residence, Invited Artist, Târgu Secuiesc, Romania
Exhibition of Lăzarea Art Camp, Lăzarea Castle, Lăzarea, Romania
29th International Art Camp, Artist in residence, Invited Artist, Lăzarea, Romania
Hungarian Photography Day, Esti Kornél, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
Exhibition of Panit Art Camp, Panit, Romania
Panit Art Camp, Artist in residence, Invited Artist, Panit, Romania
Minimum Party, Intermedia Art Camp, Plăieșii de Sus, Romania
International Exhibition of Hungarian Photographers, Budapest, Hungary
Burlesque, Contemporary Art Evening & Erotica, Bunker Club, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
International Art Camp, Panit, Romania

2002
School of Art Annual Exhibition, Victoria Gallery, Brasov, Romania
Young Artists exhibition, Vigadó Community Centre, Târgu Secuiesc, Romania
Pavement Showcase Exhibition, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania
School of Art Annual Exhibition, Victoria Gallery, Brasov, Romania
Exhibition of Hungarian Photographers, Budapest, Hungary
Maybe, Young Artists Exhibition, City Gallery, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

2001
School of Art Annual Exhibition – Victoria Gallery, Brasov, Romania

Personal Exhibitions:
2003
In the beginning it was the stone (2), Virányos Community Center, Budapest, Hungary

2002
In the beginning it was the stone (1), Szekler National Museum, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

Short films:
2022 Legacy, Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, South Korea
2018 Introspection, Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, South Korea
2015 – 2018 Walking in time, Glennifer Brae, Scotland
2016 Recollection, Largs, Scotland
2015 Wall, Paisley, Scotland
2015 Medit/Action, Gleniffer Braes, Scotland
2015 Forest, Gleniffer Brae, Scotland
2015 Equilibrium & Waterfall, Gleniffer Brae, Scotland
2015 Totem, Glencoe, Scotland
2015 Between the mountains, Glencoe, Scotland
2003 Trance, Cabiria Film Days, Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

Collections:
Mural paintings in Budapest, Hungary.
Icons, paintings, nature art installations, and photo & video works, are held in private and public collections in Canada, Germany, Holland, Norway, Malta, Hungary, Romania, South Korea, Sweden, the UK, and the USA.