Van Hovak

Van Hovak is an internationally acclaimed contemporary artist whose powerful, museum-quality masterworks masterfully synthesize the structural logic of modern cubism, the emotional freedom of neo-expressionism, and rich ornamental abstract textures. Each canvas and graphic piece represents a deep philosophical journey into human emotion, music, mystery, and connection, characterized by intricate multi-layered techniques and striking color harmonies.With a career marked by prestigious international exhibitions, Van Hovak’s original artworks are highly sought after by discerning connoisseurs and interior designers worldwide. Today, his paintings are held in prominent private collections across France, England, Germany, Switzerland, the United States, and Armenia, establishing his portfolio as an exceptional choice for premium investment-level art.

I am a professional artist painting in oil and acrylic for over twenty five years.
Armenian State Pedagogical University (ASPU) 1990-1995
Los Angeles Valley College (LAVC) Department of Arts 2019-2023

Exhibitions and Art Shows

2025 - Sahak Yan Art Gallery, Art Symosium at Lake Balboa Group Exhibition, Los Angeles, United States
2025 - Sahak Yan Art Gallery, Culture Palace Group Exhibition, Burbank, United States
2021 – Publication in the Tui Motu InterIslands Magazine, New Zealand
2020 – Gubian Gallery, Porto, Portugal
2019 – LA Art Show, bG GALLERY
2018 – Open Mind Art Gallery, Santa Monica
2018 – Beverly Hills Art Show
2018 – Calabasas Art Show
2018 – Chocolate and Art Show, Vortex,Los Angeles
2017 – Lankershim Arts Center, Gallery 800,Los Angeles
2016 – Discover Gallery, Laguna Beach, Los Angeles
2001 – Wentworth Galleries, USA
1996 – Le Salon Des Indépendants, Grand-Palais Des Champs-Elysees, Paris, France
1996 – La Frette –sur-Seine, Gallery des Beaux Arts, France
1996 – Le Mer-sur-Seine, Gallery Lives, France
2008 – 2016 – Exhibitions in Armenian Center for Contemporary Experimental Art (ACCEA), Yerevan, One Minute-One Shot, 6-th Film Festival, Black & White, Exhibition of Photography, Undercurrent Shifts,10-th Annual Alternative Art Festival, Empty Signs, Face A Faces
2007– 9-th Annual Alternative Art Festival, ACCEA
2006 – Medical University, Yerevan
2000 – Giumri II International Biennal, Armenia
1997 – Armenia...