Marky Barto

Since childhood, I’ve been drawn to all things of a creative nature and have been fortunate to explore art across many countries and cultures. Born and raised in former Czechoslovakia, I graduated from a bilingual high school and moved to the Netherlands, one of the most art-rich places in the world. There, I was inspired to explore painting and drawing and enrolled in an art class - a decision that forever changed my life. My teacher, and established artist, Maria Affourtit encouraged me and drove my passion to become an artist. However, it would be several years before I found the courage to pursue art further. While living in Holland, I earned my degree in psychology and, after meeting my husband, I moved to the United States. Though my path temporarily veered from my true passion, my love of art never dwindled.

Having the opportunity to live in different countries, I found a deep love and appreciation of languages, various cultures, and reflective art. I found sanctuary in local museums and architectural sights that provided some of my greatest inspirations. In particular, classical art has a special place in my heart. The Old Masters always peeked my interest for their themes and narratives on antiquity, love and etherea...