Estonia, 1957
Urve Tõnnus (Estonia) is a visual artist whose work combines contemporary painting, allegorical portraiture and atmospheric landscapes. Her practice explores inner states, memory, silence and the symbolic relationship between humans and nature.
Tõnnus has participated in several international exhibitions, including the InterContinental Bienal Panama 2026, and her works have been recognized in global art competitions and curated selections. Her paintings are known for their subtle light, narrative depth and a distinctive poetic realism that resonates with international audiences.
She works between Estonia and the Nordic region, focusing on developing a cross‑border artistic presence and exhibiting in professional, curator‑led contexts.