Elena Zelfe

Elena Zelfe is a contemporary painter based in San Diego, California. Her artistic foundation developed through independent study, private lessons with established artists, and formal art studies at De Anza Community College, where she earned a Certificate of Achievement in Painting. She later continued her studies at the Modern Art School under artist Elena Shmakova, exploring the history and theory of world abstract art.

Working primarily in oil and acrylic, she creates landscapes and seascapes inspired by direct observation of nature. Her paintings explore light, color, texture, and atmosphere, often capturing quiet moments along the coast or within the landscape.

Her approach combines careful observation with expressive brushwork and textured layers of paint. While nature remains at the center of her work, she also welcomes experimentation and the exploration of other subjects inspired by the natural world.

Self-taught
2022 - 2022 Certificate of Complition "Abstract Art. History and Theory of World Abstract Art" Art Modern School online, online, Russia
2009 - 2011 Certificates of Achievement in Painting Cupertino, California, United States

2023 Cacti In Allartworks Studio Grand Rapids, MI, United States
2023 Hearts Of Hope For Hawaii Silent Auction In Sdartadvisory Gallery San Diego, California, United States
2020 The Four Elements In Escondido Art Partnership Gallery Escondido, California, United States
2020 Cat's Portraits St.Petersburg, Russia
2018 I Love Hawaii, Teddy Ball Auction San Diego, California, United States
2018 A Rose In A Square, The One Top At Art On 30Th Art Community San Diego, California, United States
2017 Fall Leaves, The Harvest At Art On 30Th Art Community San Diego, California, United States