Tinatin Sanikidze

I am a hyperrealistic pencil artist dedicated to capturing emotional depth through silence, precision, and fine detail.

Working primarily with graphite on paper, I spend 80+ hours on each drawing, transforming the quiet intensity of stillness into a powerful visual experience. My work often explores the tension between vulnerability and strength — whether in the human gaze or the raw presence of animals.

Over the years, my drawings have been recognized internationally. I’m honored to be a recipient of the International Velázquez & Goya Award (2024), the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts Award (2023), and Best in Show at the AD ART Show (2020).
Earlier accolades include wins at the Wild Art Exhibition in New York and the Gallery Choice Award in the All Animals Art Competition for my piece “Zebra.”

My creative process is meditative, intuitive, and highly disciplined. Through this practice, I hope to connect with collectors and curators who appreciate emotional storytelling expressed through technical mastery.

Children's Art Museum, Tbilisi
Started formal art education at the age of 5, developing foundational skills in drawing, painting, and composition.
Georgian Technical University- Independent Study & Mastery
Over the course of three decades, I’ve developed advanced techniques in hyperrealistic drawing and watercolor through personal research, international workshops, and continuous studio practice.
Workshops & Masterclasses
Attended various professional art training programs in Europe and the U.S., focusing on realism, portraiture, and artistic anatomy.
New York institute of art and design- decorative art and interior design -2023

2024
RED DOT MAIAMi- group exhibition
2023
Firenze Contemporary, Florence, Italy – Group Exhibition
2022
Las Laguna Gallery, California, USA – Group Exhibition
2020
AD ART SHOW by Mvvo Art, World Trade Center, NY – Digital Group Exhibition
2019
Georgiebills Gallery, NY – Group Exhibition
Artifact Gallery, NY – Group Exhibition
2018
Fashion & Art Show, NY – Group Exhibition
2017
Holy Apostles Gallery "Fashion Week", NY – Group Exhibition
"My Way", Georgian Cultural Center, Brooklyn, NY – Solo Exhibition
Solo Exhibition", Georgian Consulate, NY – Solo Exhibition
2016
Divergent Realities", Agora Gallery, Chelsea, NY – Group Exhibition
2015
Georgian Festival ART GEN", Tbilisi, Georgia – Group Exhibition
Gallery 1969, Baku, Azerbaijan – Group Exhibition
Black and White", Le Vaccarelle Gallery, Rome, Italy – Solo Exhibition
2013
Ostaka Art Festival, Egypt – Group Exhibition
Turkish-Georgian Artists Group Show, Georgia – Group Exhibition
Let Not Fade Colors of the World", Trabzon, Turkey – Group Exhibition
2014
Art Expo NY, NY – Group Exhibition
2010
Somewhere at the Rainbow", Shardeni Gallery, Tbilisi, Georgia – Solo Exhibition