Inessa Kalabekova
Born: 1974
Hometown: Singapore
Based in: Singapore
Formerly from Kazakhstan and Russia, Inessa has travelled extensively in pursuit of her art. She sharpened her skills under renowned artists at Central St. Martin's College of Arts in London, the Ruskin School University of Oxford, and the Russian Academy of Arts, and has called Singapore her home for the last 18 years.
Inessa had over 20 exhibitions in Singapore, Shanghai, London and Moscow. Her artworks are part of the permanent exhibition of Haegeumgang Theme Museum (South Korea), as well as private collections in over 11 countries inclusive of Japan, Australia, Portugal, Austria, USA, and Dubai.
36 works for sale
Inessa Kalabekova In The Studio
"I paint the delight of a frosty day when you fall out to your home all icy and straight to the warm place.I paint a forest and secrets under every rock. Hospital for ants in grandma ‘s house. Orchard garden with small apples. And what a happiness it is to open a jar of preserve sugared apples and put a whole apple in your mouth."
More About Inessa Kalabekova
What inspires you?
Natura, kids, music, friends, museum art.
Describe your creative process.
How do I create paintings? First, I create the background, it is how I create the mood of the painting. Next, I turn to my sketch book, where I experiment and collect sketches, themes, ideas, patterns, quotes, life drawings, etc. It leads to creating a story that inspired the painting. I do have a plan when I start, however I know that my initial plan will be changed completely later. Painting evolves while I am working on it. Many of my painting are inspired by the time I spend with my daughters.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Whimsical, magical, poetic.
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Marc Chagall, Sargent, Rembrandt, Fechin, Carel Fabritius.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Lot of paper.
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
From my teacher Ewa Gargulinska : "Never afraid to start over"
Where do you go for inspiration?
Natura, Museums, wet Market.
Credentials
Education
Russian Academy of Arts (Repin Art Academy)
Russia, 2014
The Ruskin School of Oxford University
United Kingdom, 2013
Central St. Martin's College of University of Arts London
United Kingdom, 2009
Exhibitions
Nature of Art", Botanic Gardens
2022
ArtWord" Group Exhibition
2022
8th International Art Festival
2022
Art Connects Women”, group exhibition
2022
FAUNA ALLEGORIA Group Show
2022
Singapore 56th National Day Group Show
2021
Slow Art
2020
Ethno-city
2019
Marathon Of Arts
2019
Let Me Take You to Where the Magic Happens
2018
Golden touch: Birth of the Painting
2016
Tea party
2016
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR
2016
Portraits Extraordinaire
2015
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR
2015
Creative Singapore
2013
How do I love you? Let me count the ways
2013
Expressions
2013
Alice In Wonderland, the way I see it
2011
Under Seven Veils: Dance of Art
2011
Seven Colors of Laughter: positive art
2010
Awards
Special Mention Award, Art Vue Foundation, 2022
2022
Honorable Mention, Palm Art Award, Germany, 2022
2022
International Art Competition "Waters", Art Room Gallery
2020
Finalists of Prisma Art Prize international. Rome, Italy
2020
Additional Winner, "ALL Water/Seascape", Art Gallery Online
2020
"Blue color in paintings" St. Petersburg. Russia
2018
St. Petersburg Russian Art Week
2014
Education
Russian Academy of Arts (Repin Art Academy)
Russia, 2014
The Ruskin School of Oxford University
United Kingdom, 2013
Central St. Martin's College of University of Arts London
United Kingdom, 2009
Exhibitions
Nature of Art", Botanic Gardens
2022
ArtWord" Group Exhibition
2022
8th International Art Festival
2022
Art Connects Women”, group exhibition
2022
FAUNA ALLEGORIA Group Show
2022
Singapore 56th National Day Group Show
2021
Slow Art
2020
Ethno-city
2019
Marathon Of Arts
2019
Let Me Take You to Where the Magic Happens
2018
Golden touch: Birth of the Painting
2016
Tea party
2016
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR
2016
Portraits Extraordinaire
2015
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR
2015
Creative Singapore
2013
How do I love you? Let me count the ways
2013
Expressions
2013
Alice In Wonderland, the way I see it
2011
Under Seven Veils: Dance of Art
2011
Seven Colors of Laughter: positive art
2010
Awards
Special Mention Award, Art Vue Foundation, 2022
2022
Honorable Mention, Palm Art Award, Germany, 2022
2022
International Art Competition "Waters", Art Room Gallery
2020
Finalists of Prisma Art Prize international. Rome, Italy
2020
Additional Winner, "ALL Water/Seascape", Art Gallery Online
2020
"Blue color in paintings" St. Petersburg. Russia
2018
St. Petersburg Russian Art Week
2014
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