Abstract painting 395 Painting

Vadim Shamanov (born in 1973 in Kremenchuk, Ukraine) is a professional artist who lives and works in Moncton, Canada. He is a participant in numerous exhibitions in Ukraine and Europe. Interest in fine arts, music, and photography originated in childhood. He received a musical and painting education. But it was painting that became the main way of self-realization. His inspiration mainly includes the music and art of great artists such as Richter, Nicolas de Staël, Kandinsky, and Pollock. As a way of self-expression, Vadim Shamanov chose abstract painting, which allows the author to convey his creative ideas through the colour, form and texture of oil paint. His abstract works are distinguished by layering, complex composition, as well as a desire for volume and depth. With the help of a subtle three-dimensional effect in his paintings, he establishes contact with his viewer. He mainly works with oil paint on canvas. But constantly searching for new means of expression, he often experiments with materials and surfaces using steel sheets or OSB boards. His works are in private collections in Europe, the USA, and Japan.