Arev (Arevik) Petrosyan was born in a family of artists in Yerevan, Armenia.
With her unique, bright, colorful and powerful creativity, she has occupied her own place in the world of art. Arev has taken part in numerous international and global biennales and expositions, including Beijing International Art Biennale, Art Monaco and Dubai Art Fair. She has participated in numerous exhibitions in Beirut, Moscow, Paris, Tokyo and in a number of cities in the USA.
In 2015, Arev received Honored Artist of Armenia Medal by the President of Armenia. In 2013, her monumental (22sqm) stained glass painting, The Power of Unity was presented by the President of Armenia to the Council of Europe as a gift and was displayed in the Assembly Hall of the Council.
In the same year, Arev’s Mother Armenia was included in Women in Art, a catalogue of masterpieces of great female artists from the Мiddle Аges to the modern era. In 2014, she presented a huge panel (12Мx2,5М) painting titled Inspiration of the Century to the Fresno Holy Trinity Church on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the church.
Arev Petrosyan has participated in numerous charity exhibitions and events in order to help children and elderly in need.
In 2015, she opened AREV Art Gallery in the center of Yerevan. Along with Arev’s work, on display are her brother – Areg Petrosyan’s sculptures, as well as her late father Benik Petrosyan’s masterpieces.
Arev Art Gallery is a charming spot in the heart of Yerevan, where art and art lovers meet. Here you can find Arev’s vibrant paintings together with the works of beloved and well-known sculptors Benik Petrosyan and Areg Petrosyan.
This is an original art center where various cultural events including book presentations, poetry, musical evenings and other cultural and corporate meetings are held. The gallery exposition is periodically updated and you have a chance to enjoy never before seen unique artworks. “Arev” means “sun” in Armenian. So don’t miss you chance to soak your artistic taste buds in Arev’s sunny art!
