Sofia Mitsola

Sofia Mitsola works primarily with painting to explore the female body. Drawing inspiration from ancient Egyptian and Greek sculpture, Japanese animation, and pornography, she creates her own mythological characters, placing them within geometrical, stage-like compositions. Her works are painted in vibrant colors, often layered with washes and impasto, imbuing the figures with a dynamic, almost sculptural presence. Mitsola’s paintings frequently feature larger-than-life, bare characters who engage the viewer with a direct gaze, inviting them to respond in kind. Through this interaction, she establishes new hierarchies and explores themes of voyeurism, power, and control, fostering a complex dialogue between the artwork and its observer. ...

Established in September 2017 in the heart of Itaewon, Seoul, P21 has been dedicated to presenting contemporary art of the 21st century. Unbound by medium or generation, the gallery has introduced a carefully curated selection of emerging and established artists from both Korea and abroad. Its program has centered on key themes such as the subversion of order, materiality, and artistic agency. With a growing focus on international engagement, P21 has actively explored the Korean diaspora while introducing leading global artists to the Korean audience through diverse and in-depth exhibitions and seeks to broaden the global reach of Korean artist. ...