Dražen Pavlović was born on 17 May 1962 in Varaždin, Croatia. From early youth, his focus was on painting.
He earned his fine arts education from teachers Ruzica Grgevcic and Mirjana Ducakijevic. In 1990, he studied at LC Zagreb with academic painter Nela Gruden.
Since 1995, he has worked as a professional artist. He is a master painter and co-founder of a new art movement.
“The Metastabilian Movement is based on the theory of complementary nature.”
His style features strong, open colouring with an original authentic approach. He works in cycles like “Views”, “Landscape”, and “Nude Act2”.
He has organized 39 solo exhibitions and participated in over 190 group exhibitions. His work has been shown across Europe, the USA, and India.
In 2015, he was declared ‘artist of the month’ by the Indian magazine EmerZing Stars. He also works in graphic design and scenography.
He lives and works in Varaždin, where he runs “Atelier Pavlowich”. He is chairman of the Managing Board of LUV and guide of the LUV Gallery.
Q: What movement is Pavlović associated with?
A: He is a co-founder of The Metastabilian Movement (TMM). It is based on the theory of complementary nature.
Q: What is unique about his artistic style?
A: He is known for strong, open colouring and an original authentic style. His work often explores cycles of themes and ideas.