

Anna Selina
Born: 1986
Hometown: Mariupol
Based in: Saint-Petersburg
Born: 1986
Hometown: Mariupol
Based in: Saint-Petersburg
An architect by education, but an artist by creation. I began my art way 8 years ago by accident, as art therapy for myself when I was living in Ukraine.
Therefore, art became a very big part of me and I cannot imagine even a day without painting. Now I am an independent full-time artist.
I have moved To Saint Petersburg and here my art became more deep and philosophical. I got an art therapy education and it helped me to use the power of color combination not only intuitive way. But still, sensation and first impulse in the painting process are very important for me.
The main topic I took into my art is transformation and connection between head and soul, the way of harmonizing those using color, and daily contemplation feelings. Art therapy and an intuitive way of creation is my main inspiration. For me, it is a deeply spiritual way and as long as I am changing, my art is always different, but in an abstract way.
People tell me, that my paintings bring them luck and positivity, bright colors, and connection with themselves. I am happy I can provide such energy through my paintings, making their life better.
Art for me is poetry in paints, inspiration by moments of life, pure energy of color.
What inspires you?
Life itself, color combinations, contemplation of everyday life processes
Describe your creative process.
I am painting on a big square canvases with acrylic paints, i love multilayers technique. The process of painting is always experimenting and improvisation
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Poetry in paints
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Rerich, Rotko, Pollok
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
I am using different tools
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Always stay truly with yourself, then your art will be the same.
Where do you go for inspiration?
Just walking down the city and contemplating everyday life
Awards
2 place Russian Art Week in Moscow
2021
3 place in X International Competition of Contemporary Arts
2017
Exhibitions
Group Exhibition in art gallery Artplay “Art in the interior”
Russia, 2021
group Exhibition “Time to Inspire”
Russia, 2020
Personal Exhibition in art gallery Art Muza "Reflection"
Russia, 2017
In spite of everything
Ukraine, 2013
Personal Exhibition in Golf club
Ukraine, 2013