Elena Afanaseva

I paint with light, shadow, and the raw energy of the Mediterranean. To me, nature is not just a view; it is a tactile experience of sun-drenched olive groves, the salt of the Adriatic, and the vibrant, sculptural landscapes of Montenegro, where I currently live and create.

My work is an exploration of texture and emotion. Using a palette knife and heavy impasto, I 'sculpt' my paintings, bringing trees and waves to life in three dimensions. This expressive approach is grounded in a deep technical foundation: I graduated from the Ural State Academy of Architecture and Arts, where my professional education provided me with a rigorous understanding of color theory, composition, and design.

Today, my artistic practice is a bridge between that classical discipline and the wild, untamed beauty of the South. I am constantly searching for new ways to translate my love for the natural world onto canvas, creating pieces that allow the viewer to not just see the landscape, but to feel its warmth and vitality

Ural State Academy of Architecture and Arts