About

Sophie Ghabris is a self-taught artist creating expressive, surreal, and emotionally charged works. Her paintings blend expressionism, surrealism, and figurative distortion, embracing imperfection and raw storytelling over technical precision.

Her art is loud, unapologetic, and intentionally provocative—often challenging viewers’ comfort zones. Sophie embraces aesthetic chaos, simplicity, and raw imperfection, rejecting traditional portrayals of conventional beauty, refined forms, or symmetrical perfection, which she considers predictable and misleading.

Having lived in diverse cultural environments, Sophie’s fluid and multifaceted identity continually shapes her perception of the world. Her artistic journey has been profoundly influenced by personal experiences of loss, particularly the passing of her father, driving her deeper into art as a space for exploration, reflection, and healing.

From a young age, Sophie spent countless hours lying in bed, gazing at ceilings and windows, imagining figures emerging from the interplay of light and shadows. Captivated by the idea of a world beyond the visible—a realm of subconscious narratives and unseen presences—she continually explores the fragile boundary between reality, perception, and emotion in her work.

Each painting seeks deep resonance, evoking memories and emotions tied to distinct life stages. Sophie’s art acknowledges life’s inherent messiness and imperfection, recognizing there are no fairytale endings. Some pieces vividly recall periods of anxiety, addiction, or grief, yet their ultimate purpose is to empower—reminding viewers of their resilience and strength.

Primarily working with acrylic on canvas, Sophie sometimes incorporates collage and mixed media to challenge creative boundaries. Her first exhibition, “A Painting a Day Keeps Freud Away,” reflected her playful yet introspective approach, merging personal experiences with universal emotional themes.

At its core, Sophie’s work explores vulnerability, imperfection, and the complexity of human existence. Each painting transforms chaos into art, making intangible emotions tangible, inviting viewers into a world where imperfection is celebrated, and the unseen is acknowledged. Her approach remains true: she feels deeply, paints honestly, and connects authentically.

Sophie’s upcoming exhibition, “FairysMishmash,” dives deeper into her artistic universe, merging dreamlike narratives with raw emotional intensity. Featuring the centerpiece painting “Silent Cry,” alongside “She-Devil” and “Forget Me Not,” the exhibition portrays distorted yet emotionally vivid characters embodying strength, vulnerability, and haunting beauty. Each painting serves as a doorway into an imaginative yet introspective journey—exploring themes of inner chaos, societal expectations, personal grief, and resilience. Special exhibition pricing will be offered, providing an opportunity to acquire original works at exclusive rates.