Viktoria Schalnew

I am a self-taught painter born in Kazakhstan. I moved to Germany at the age of 12 and have been living and working here ever since. For many years, I have been an active member of the Artists Gallery in Sankt Augustin, regularly exhibiting my work alongside fellow artists in our annual group shows.

Art has been a central part of my life for as long as I can remember. From a very young age, I spent countless hours painting and drawing, driven by a deep fascination with color and form. In school, I was often commissioned to create artwork for exhibitions, and over time, this led to private portrait commissions. Since 2010, I have been working professionally as a freelance artist.

My primary medium is acrylic paint, which offers the flexibility and vibrancy I need to bring my vision to life. Through color, I seek to express subtle emotions, moods, and atmospheres. My work focuses on capturing light and the natural beauty that surrounds us — the harmony of landscapes, the richness of textures, and the interplay of shades that nature so effortlessly provides.

While landscapes are my preferred subject, I occasionally explore still life painting. My style is rooted in impressionism, with a strong emphasis on color harmony. I am consta...

2024 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany

2023 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany
(No exhibitions held between 2020 and 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic)

2019 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany

2018 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany

2017 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany

2016 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany

2015 – Annual Exhibition, Sankt Augustin City Hall (Ratssäle), Germany