Glacier Painting

I was born in Leningrad into an artistic family, where my father, a painter and sculptor, became my first teacher and inspiration. Graduating from the Academy of fine arts in Saint Petersburg with a diploma in Architecture- Artist,I spent a year working as an illustrator. Eventually my passion for travel led me to explore new places and cultures, making it my preferred way of life. Settling in the NL for a few years and then in Italy, I embraced various opportunities to sustain myself through my art,experimanting with different genres. Italy, over time became a second home. Currently I live and work in Switzerland. In Italy I encountered Moritz Egetmeyer,a german psychologist and publisher.For the past 25 years I've been collaborating with him and his team, creating healing playing cards known as OH- cards,which have achieved International success.Some of decks have been personally painted by me.One of my greatest resource is nature.In my art I show its power and beauty. Another captivating thema for me is Carnevale.Attending German,Swiss and Italian carnivals annually,I plunge into the vibe of national customs and costumes.Festivities inject a spring of improvisation and irrational behavior into our rational life connecting us deeply with our roots. I find joy in paiting people, celebrating life, aiming at transmitting the beauty and joy of life through my art. www.marinalukianova.com