Yana Mikhaylova

I am a professional artist based in California, originally from Russia, with over 25 years of art education and experience. I create bright, expressive acrylic paintings using palette knives only, no brushes. Inspired by the California coast, nature, flowers, and travel, I create textured, vibrant paintings filled with color, light, and positive energy.

My art education began at the age of seven in Russia and continued throughout my life. I studied at the Children’s School of Arts , graduated from the Tver Regional Art College named after A.G. Venetsianov, and later continued my professional development through additional courses at the Stroganov Moscow State Academy of Arts and Industry.

Group Exhibitions — Palos Verdes Art Center, Palos Verdes, CA