Anna Starkova (Painting)

Artist Statement

My biggest muse is Mother Nature – different every time: it can be delicate, or rough; bright and lushful; or neutral and quiet. Just like a woman; just like me. I find an endless inspiration in all the states of the Nature; they mirror my states of mind. I try to portrait the Nature’s character in every landscape I paint; and I strongly believe that it resonates with people’s characters and every person can find a “soulmate painting”. 

Trying to keep balance between art career and parenthood I always look for things that help me rejuvenate. The ocean is the best go-to for me: it can soothe, energize, clear mind, and inspire with million new ideas at the same time. It’s magic! Ocean is so different, it can be painted in million different manners. I studied water, watched waves crashing in slow motion videos on my phone and explored several styles while painting the seascapes: running waves, crashing on stones waves, more abstract splashes of waves. 

I found that painting on multi-canvas surface can add an interesting perspective on the view of the seascape, it can add dimension and an abstract hue, and I used it in the wave series for that purpose.

Recent Awards, Honors, Newsworthy Activities

Published in "AcrylicWorks 4:Captivating Color"
2017 Second Prize Award for "Whispers of the night" at the "Open Ended" show at Betty Meyer Gallery, Newton, MA
2016 Third Prize Award for "Spring is in the air" at the "Full Bloom" show at Betty Meyer Gallery, Newton, MA