Elena Zharikova

Elena Zharikova's artistic journey has been shaped by years of independent exploration and dedicated study with experienced mentors. For six years, she studied traditional Japanese ink painting (sumi-e) at the school of Professor Yamada Midori, where she developed a deep appreciation for the harmony of line, the beauty of simplicity, and the subtle balance of tonal relationships and space.
Building on this foundation, she developed her own distinctive approach to oil painting, gradually developing her own artistic language that blends the sensitivity of Eastern aesthetics with the expressive possibilities of contemporary painting.
Elena also holds a state-recognized diploma in Interior Design. Her background in design has deepened her understanding of the relationship between art and architectural space, influencing the way she creates paintings that naturally integrate into contemporary interiors.
Her artworks are created using an original multi-layered oil painting technique, in which transparent and opaque layers interact to build depth, inner luminosity, and harmonious color relationships. This signature approach gives each painting a rich visual presence while preserving a sense of lightness and atmosphere.
Drawing on both her...

2011-2017 Trained in traditional Japanese Sumi-e painting at the SO-KATOKU School under the guidance of Professor Midori Yamada
2024-2025 Interior Design Studies — Diskill Design School