March 2026
Ismatjahan Ravat – Artist Development & Residency March 2026
Ismatjahan Ravat is a Coventry-based visual artist working across painting, textiles, collage, and printmaking. As a non-verbal artist, their practice provides a vital means of expression, using layered patterns, texture, and colour to communicate ideas and experiences beyond words.
Currently developing their curatorial practice in preparation for a first solo exhibition, Ismatjahan continues to expand their work through experimentation with materials, including screen printing and other print techniques. Their richly detailed paintings often draw inspiration from textiles and garments, resulting in tactile and visually intricate works.
A member of Art Riot Collective for over three years, Ismatjahan has benefited from accessible studio space and support, enabling the creation, storage, exhibition, and sale of their work. This has been instrumental in their ongoing artistic and professional development.
Key Moments
2025: Work acquired by Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
September 2025: Group exhibition at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
February 2026: Art Works Together exhibition, Millennium Gallery, Sheffield
2026: ACE-supported residency with Art Riot Collective
This residency has been made possible through the generous support of Arts Council England and marks a significant step in the continued growth of Ismatjahan’s practice.
