BIOGRAPHY
Raya Mansoor is an Economics graduate and self-taught artist from the Maldives. Her work blends abstract, expressionist, and contemporary styles, creating a distinct visual language. Raya’s early work explored the beauty of ocean life; as her artistic journey evolved, she shifted toward more expressive and bold uses of color, creating pieces that evoke energy, movement, and emotion. Her work invites collectors to experience a profound connection between nature, feeling, and color.
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Education
B.A. in Economics, University at Buffalo, State University of New York (2017)
Selected Exhibitions
Solo: A Glimpse of Light, Oevaali Art Gallery, Malé (2022)
Group: Cracks & Bloom, Mondoir Art Gallery, Dubai (2025); Terra E Marre, Oevaali Art Gallery, Singapore (2025); Oceanic (2019); Heritage Through Folk (2018); The Island Collection (2015), Malé
STATEMENT
I work with color and form as a way of exploring movement, mood, and space.
My paintings are intuitive and process-led, shaped by natural change and emotional states.
