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Dani Shkelqim
1952-
?Dani,? as he signs his work, was born in Tirana Albania. He completed his initial studies at the school of fine arts in Tirana and graduated from the Tirana Art Academy in Albania in 1977. In 1980, Dani had the distinction of participating in a group exhibition at Albania?s National Museum at the age of only 28, and won second prize in painting at his next exhibition there, in 1983. Dani took a position as a large set and screen painter for the Albanian Film Studio Company in 1985, and remained there honing his technical skills until he emigrated.
In 1991, Dani left Albania for Hungary, Austria, and Germany where he had exhibited previously seeking a new homeland. In 1993 he and his family immigrated to the United States where Dani resides today in Michigan. Dani has received awards in the U.S. including one at the prestigious Meadowbrook Art Festival, and has found a loyal collector base throughout the United States.
His work blends a highly adept painting technique with a rich and vibrant color palette and has been called, ?21st Century Impressionism.? His subjects are diverse and include metaphorical figures in highly symbolic compositions, and lush landscapes and cityscapes that celebrate beauty and nature.
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