Check out our interview with owner of the Mona Niko Gallery the talented Creative Artist Mona Niko.
Follow Mona at @monaniko_
Hi Mona, please tell us a little about you?
Most of my artworks are figurative and about the understanding of humanity and the intricacies of emotion associated with the human experience. My main strength is in creating and showcasing my art. organized 6 solo art exhibitions and participated in 20 Group Exhibitions in the Middle East and in the U.S. Also hosted exhibits in the Art Museum of Santa Ana, the Art Expo of New York and the Art Fair of Laguna Beach, just to name a few and recently started my own Gallery at Mission Viejo Mall in California.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Self-Confidence, Independant and creative.
When did you start in the business?
2 years ago.
Name one your strengths?
Highly Motivated.
What is the key to your success?
High spirits and invincibility.
What is fun and rewarding about what you do? And what’s not?
The most fun thing about my work is appreciation and achieving successful feedback from my audience.The worst part is once I am not in a good mood of painting and unsatisfied with my progress.
Now what about your company Mona Niko?
It’s an art gallery funded by myself in March 2018. We tried to bring together new artists’ artworks and handmade jewelry exhibit there as well as art classes, also a venue of artistic events.
Why did you decide to start this company?
After much encouragement from my fans to set up art classes, I decided to start my own gallery and display my artworks there as well which was really on demand of my followers to have permanent exhibitions.
What kind/style of art do you like to create?
Personal expressionist to exaggerate the emotional feelings.
Do you have any artists that inspired you?
Salvador Dalí.
What do you think is the secret to have a successful brand/store?
To be creative and do something different with 100% focus to make it better everyday.
Something people don’t know about you?
I am a really sensitive person.
Who was your role model as a child?
Mona Lisa
What is your favorite healthy food?
Salmon Fish.
And your favorite cheat food?
Pizza.
In five years from now, where do you see yourself and your career?
Many branches of my Art Gallery around the world.
What music do you like?
Pop music.
Do you support any charity?
No.
What do you like to watch on Tv?
I do not watch TV.
Idea of a perfect Sunday?
Just Relaxing and Painting.
What do you think of Social Media?
It is beneficial at some moments and It could be harmful in some ways as well.
Where can we follow you?
Instagram: @monaniko_
Quote: Dreams Don’t Work Unless You Do.
