DIVA 004 - Chris Print

"Russian Artist with Asian Heart" - (Honorary Consul of Nepal, Mrs. Pranee Sakul). A mix of Asian and European cultures, techniques, and meanings. I have been following the Path of Art all my life. My parents surrounded me with literature about art, told me about famous artists, took me to galleries. I began to draw at the age of three, and since then, the desire to express my feelings through lines and colors has never left me. I have always been inspired by the work of Asian masters and their talent to express the complexity of the moment with a simple line. Perhaps that's why I went to Asia 10 years ago. I'm traveling and drawing, studying traditions and culture. I am an active member of Urban Sketchers, participating in exhibitions and art events. I created murals in Bangkok, Phuket, and Kantang (Thailand), dedicated to Thai and Chinese culture and lifestyle. These murals became a tourism attraction, recommended by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). My profession is a graphic designer, and I guess this influenced my art style - I strive to simplify images and try to highlight the very essence of events and objects.