Art is where raw empathy becomes a tangible force.
The Story Behind the Canvas: A Manifesto of Empathy
My art is not decoration; it is a visceral response to the weight of existence. Born into the rigid structure of a Soviet upbringing, I learned early that self-determination is a survival skill. My journey is a map of extremes: from the disciplined world of high-level management to the profound stillness of an artistic calling embraced in Paris at thirty. This path was a necessity born from a series of fractures—an accident in the United States and a transformative healing by a Mongolian shaman—that stripped away the mundane to reveal the raw nerves of reality.
The core of my mission was forged when I was four years old, holding a wild seagull as it took its final breath. That moment of absolute, fragile interconnectedness never left me; it evolved into a hypersensitivity that is both a gift and a burden. Today, I don’t just observe the world; I feel its friction. I draw "St. Seal the First" because I cannot look away from the industry of slaughter, and I paint the "Blue Hippo" because I know what it feels like to be a soft soul trapped in a suffocating package.
In my studio, I deconstruct the invisible forces that bind us. My work is a battle between the structured and the surreal, where I use order to contain the explosive energy of the subconscious. I reject the idea that kindness is a weakness. In my world, empathy is the most exhausting yet inexhaustible source of energy. My paintings are a tribute to the "un-Instagrammable" truth—to the dignity of a stray dog or the quiet majesty of friends walking home with grocery bags after a salsa class.
I am not here to offer you an escape. I am here to remind you of the extraordinary, often painful power we hold to feel, to resist, and to remain human.
Expositions
Exploring Colorful Depths
Capturing the essence of parallel universes, my work bridges art and emotional experience.
Sept 2023: “Veil”, JuniperRag, USA. 1st Int’l show.
June 2024: “Art&couleurs: Libre Est Art”, Paris.
Sept 2024: Binational show, HolyArt, Paris/Athens.
Studio
From my Parisian studio, I explore freedom, power, and empathy through vibrant canvases that reveal the shimmering potential of our shared reality.
"Vitrage of Thoughts" is a visual manifestation of the ADHD mind seeking order within the sublime chaos of empathy.
The canvas is structured by a rigid geometric grid — a self-imposed architecture used to contain and categorize the explosive, "enchanting and magical" energy of the subconscious. Giant, celestial jellyfish drift across these boundaries, symbolizing thoughts that are too vast and alien to be confined by the mundane world below.
Beneath this ethereal layer lies the "grey geometry" of everyday life: the apartment blocks, the streetlights, and a solitary figure on a swing. This juxtaposition represents the artist’s struggle to bridge the gap between "invisible forces" and the heavy reality of a Soviet-forged upbringing.
In this work, the "vitrage" acts as a protective lens. It is an exploration of how we fragment our experiences to survive them, revealing a "profound and lasting power" found in the balance between the structured and the surreal.
Gallery Showcase
Vitrage of Thoughts " 2026"
Giant peace "2023"
Giant Peace" is not about tranquility; it is about the radical acceptance of impermanence.
The central mantra of this work is simple yet heavy: "Everything ends.". In the vast, surreal depths of this blue expanse, immortal jellyfish drift above the rigid, grey geometry of our everyday urban reality—the apartment blocks, the streetlights, the solitary figure on a swing.
This is my story of finding equilibrium not by escaping the world, but by acknowledging its fragility. The grid that divides the canvas represents my own need to structure the chaos of empathy, to box in the "enchanting and magical" so it doesn't overwhelm the senses.
It is an invitation to dive deep, not just for calm, but to confront the beauty of the temporary. In this underwater sanctuary, peace is found in the realization that while everything is fleeting, the moment of quiet contemplation is absolute.
Oil on canvas, 90x60 cm
A slow day"2025"
Oil on canvas, 60x60 cm
"A Slow Day" is an intimate window into the serenity of old age.
The subject of this portrait is my 16-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, a breed known for its relentless, frenetic energy. Here, however, that fire has softened into a profound, sun-drenched stillness. He is simply lying there, surrendered to the warmth of the moment, embodying a peace that can only be earned through a long, spirited life.
The composition creates a threshold between the interior sanctuary and the vibrant world outside. Through the window, the cherry blossoms are in full, chaotic bloom — a symbol of spring and the rush of new life — while inside, the dog rests in a state of quiet, "slow" contemplation.
This piece is a meditation on the beauty of slowing down. It captures the essence of emotional equilibrium: the ability to find joy not in action, but in the simple, radiant grace of just being.
Wonder"2024"
Oil on canvas, 60x60 cm
"Wonder" is a study in visual dissonance—a surreal confrontation between organic life and mechanical luxury.
The central figure, a wide-eyed puffer fish, gazes at a sleek Porsche submerged in its aquatic realm. This is not a "whimsical" encounter; it is a meditation on the absurdity of our desires. By placing a symbol of high-speed status in the crushing stillness of the deep sea, the piece blurs the lines between reality and a hallucinatory dream.
The shimmering headlights cutting through the water act as a bridge between two incompatible worlds. Is the fish witnessing a miracle, or are we looking at the wreckage of a society that tried to drive its ambitions into the abyss?.
This work invites viewers to explore the "immensity of possibilities" within their own minds, where the most fantastical encounters reveal the deepest truths about our longing for the unattainable.
Light carriers' procession "2024"
"The Light Bearers" is a tribute to the quiet resilience of the small and the overlooked.
In this piece, the desert is not a place of desolation, but a stage for a silent mission. The small, prickly cacti — symbols of survival in harsh conditions — are reimagined as guardians of light. Each one carries a small, ancient lantern, cutting through the vast, rhythmic blue of the twilight.
This painting reflects my own journey of finding strength in the everyday and my "ardent desire to protect the fragile beauty" of the world. The lanterns represent the spark of empathy we all carry — a light that is sometimes "demanding" but ultimately inexhaustible.
By placing these humble, spiked creatures in a position of spiritual importance, the work challenges our perception of power. True brilliance doesn't always come from the towering giants; often, it is carried by the most resilient among us, moving steadily through the dark.
Mixed media on canvas, 60x90 cm
The Lost Hippo "2023"
Mixed media on cardboard, 25x50 cm
It is the second movement in a visual symphony of resilience.
If the blue twilight was about the struggle to keep the flame alive, this rose-drenched dawn is about the moment the world finally responds. The small, prickly cacti have emerged from the shadows, their lanterns no longer just fighting the dark, but harmonizing with a sky that has turned into a sea of soft, radiant pink.
This transition from blue to rose reflects a fundamental shift in empathy — from a demanding burden to a source of transformative warmth. The once-sharp needles are now softened by the glow, suggesting that even our defenses can be transcended when we move toward our "deepest aspirations".
In this landscape, the cacti are no longer just survivors; they are the architects of their own destiny, sculpting the desert with their inner light. It is an affirmation that when we carry our light with courage, the entire horizon eventually changes to match our hue.
Light carriers' procession "2025"
Mixed media on cardboard, 25x50 cm
"The Lost Hippo" is a haunting meditation on the intersection of innocence and environmental decay.
In this underwater realm, a toy hippo — a universal symbol of childhood vulnerability — finds itself encased in a plastic shroud. What was once a celebratory gift is now a specimen of "discarded trash," its festive ribbons cascading like vibrant, parasitic tendrils.
The painting captures a "paradoxical beauty" in the way the plastic billows, yet the underlying narrative is one of entrapment. It forces the viewer to confront the "morbid and nostalgic" reality of our consumer culture. By placing this soft, empathetic creature in a suffocating embrace, the work serves as a stark "call to action" hidden within the debris of our lives.
This piece is an invitation to look beyond the "whimsical" surface and recognize the profound fragility of the natural world when confronted by the enduring permanence of our waste.
Marbles and living stones "2025"
"Marbles and Living Stones" invites viewers into a serene world where the echoes of childhood tranquility gently resonate. This painting captures the quiet wonder of youthful discovery, blending the smooth, polished allure of childhood marbles with the subtle, enduring charm of "living stones," or Lithops. Each rounded form, whether a vibrant glass orb or a camouflaged succulent, rests in harmony, evoking memories of sun-drenched afternoons spent in hushed contemplation.
The play of light on their varied surfaces suggests the innocent sparkle in a child's eye, while their still arrangement speaks to a precious slowness—a time when the smallest wonders held the grandest fascination. It's a visual poem celebrating the peace found in simple pleasures, the gentle hum of imagination, and the quiet comfort of a world observed with innocent joy.
Oil on canvas, 60x60 cm
Cyan artichokes "2025"
Oil on canvas, 60x60 cm
With an ethereal mix of colors, the scene portrays a fantastical botanical display where leaves and blooms emerge with unexpected hues. Pink and green intertwine, crafting a serene environment that feels both familiar and otherworldly. The petal formations suggest a delicate balance between reality and illusion, prompting viewers to ponder nature's mystery. Observing the spatial complexity, the overlapping leaves and buds create an engaging visual flow, guiding the gaze across the entire piece. Could this engagement of natural elements challenge our perceptions of beauty and growth, urging a deeper examination of our surroundings?
Lemonade "2025"
Oil on canvas, 60x60 cm
"Lemonade" redefines the traditional still life as a visceral explosion of movement and light.
This is not a static arrangement; it is a "dazzling fusion" of energy where limes and glass coalesce in a high-speed narrative. The vivid greens of the citrus slice clash against a deep cerulean void, creating a tension that is far more than just "refreshing". Pinkish hues bleed into translucent surfaces, mirroring the "whimsical interaction" of a mind that refuses to see the world as stationary.
By introducing patterns of bubbles and delicate, fern-like structures, the composition shifts into a "surreal aquatic atmosphere". It asks the viewer to move beyond the "mundane" glass of water and witness the extraordinary power hidden in a single, chaotic moment of a hot summer day.
We manage resources, we optimize output, we package life. But some 'resources' have eyes that see through the logic of the slaughterhouse.
This piece explores the grotesque intersection of divinity and the meat industry. The seal, immobilized and destined for the blade, is elevated to the status of a martyr. The composition forces a confrontation between the celestial gold of the halo and the bloody, earthly reality of the harvest.
It is a study in absolute powerlessness — the kind that mirrors our own modern dissociation. We watch, we feel, yet we allow the machinery to turn.
In this work, the subject is elevated from a mere biological resource to a sacred icon. The halo is not a symbol of triumph, but a mark of absolute, quiet vulnerability—the sanctity found in those who are destined for the blade and cannot run.
The composition deliberately pits the celestial against the carnal. While the upper half of the canvas breathes with a haunting, divine light, the lower portion dissolves into the raw, bloody textures of the "harvest".
By canonizing a creature traditionally viewed as a commodity, the piece challenges the viewer’s complicity in a cycle of "cruel and disgusting" utility. It is a portrait of an ancient, silent witness staring back at the industry that claims its life
In a world obsessed with the curated perfection of Instagram, these three women are a quiet, joyful rebellion.
This piece captures a fleeting moment in Seville: three friends returning from a salsa class, still dressed in their vibrant dance gowns, yet carrying the mundane weight of plastic supermarket bags. It is a study of the "un-Instagrammable" truth—the messy, authentic beauty of aging, friendship, and the refusal to let life be anything less than a dance.
There is no pretense here, only the solid geometry of their bond and the sun-drenched streets of Spain. They are not posing for a lens; they are simply existing, balancing the rhythm of the music they just left with the reality of the groceries they need for home.
This is a tribute to real life, which is often unpolished, sometimes heavy, but always worth the dance.
Salsa and Friendship (Seville) "2023"
oil on canvas, 30x30 cm
St. SEAL The FIRST "2023"
Mixed media on paper, 60x80