Riste Cerepnalkoski

Born, raised and educated in Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, Riste Cherepnalkoski remains to live and work in his home town. He received his degree at the Pedagogocal Academy-Department of Fine Arts, from the Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje. For a number of years, he worked as a visual arts teacher in primary school. Since 2011, he is retired.

Riste is a member of the Society of Visual Arts Teachers and regularly participates in the Society’s exhibitions. He has also taken part in numerous art colonies throughout Macedonia. Moreover, his paintings are exhibited in many art galleries in Macedonia.

Much of his inspiration comes from the diverse urban and rural architecture of Macedonia, as well as the amazing landscapes. Perhaps even more prominent in his paintings is the inspiration he takes from mythology and literature at large, from various music genres, and particularly from the cubist epoch. These are especially reflected in his works in abstract expressionism, exploring the universal themes.

His paintings are mostly oil and acrylic on canvas and his signature work consists of bold colors and abstract forms. He brings a fine and experienced feel to his paintings through a distinctive balance of color, ...