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Artist Statement:
My work is an ongoing experiment with color, shape and texture.I approach each peace with an open mind, not expecting any predetermined outcome. Within each work, no matter how abstract, I search for harmony in what may appear disorderly or indefinable. I let my guard down and my mind wonder spontaneous and free, exposing me to the unexpected.
I am compelled by ancient art, modern music and dance. It inspires me; it gives me the spark that ignites my creativity. The artists that influenced my artistic vision the most are Robert Motherwell, Helen Frankenthaler, Richard Diebenkorn, Cy Twombly and Willem de Kooning.
In an effort to explore a visual language, my paintings communicate an emotion behind an experience. My work suggests the somewhat transient yet permanent nature of memories, the tangible and the ephemeral, glimpses of the future evolving with experiences of the past.
I let the brush dictate the direction, which allows the subconscious to speak on it’s own terms. I allow layers of thoughts and feelings to move at their own tempo. In this sense, like in dance, I strive for rhythm, one that pulses and breathes in each work, keeping it alive, vibrant and fresh. ...
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Artist Exhibitions:
Jan.2005 Berkeley Art Center, Berkeley, CA
Jan.2004 Market Street Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Feb.2003 Market Street Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Jan. 2002 Bradford Campbell Gallery, San Francisco, CA
April 2001 Gallery Europa, Palo Alto, CA
March 2001 Louie Art Gallery, Gary Soren Smith Center for Fine and ...
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Artist Reviews:
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Collections:
Mr.Chris & Gina Tan private collection, El Cerrito, CA
Mr.Bryan Johnson private collection, Fresno, CA
Mr.David & Deborah Millward private collection, Fremont, CA
Ms.Lynn Wong, San Francisco, CA
Ms. Karen Hardy private collection, London, UK
Ms. Zaituna Mansurova private collection, Ufa, Russia.
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Commissions:
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Leonora Egutkina Biography:
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Age
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34
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| Gender |
Female
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| Status |
Single
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| Children |
0
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| Education |
Masters of Fine Arts |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
Photography, Fashion Design, Dancing |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Painting Acrylic
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Abstract Expressionism - (1940 - 1955)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Diebenkorn
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
Nature |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
I become an artist because I love to experiment and create. I just have an urge to do it! I enjoy it! I love it!
I can't keep all the creative energy inside. That’s why I paint. I love beauty and I yearn to create it in harmony. |
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| Your Personal Biography |
Born and raised in a former Soviet Union, Leonora received a very traditional academic education in art. In 1991 she won a full scholarship at Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia and studied there for a year. That was her first exposure to western culture. Leonora started to explore art beyond social realism. In 1992 she returned to Russia to continue her education.
In 1997 Leonora graduated with Masters Degree in Communication Design from Industrial Art University in Moscow and started to work as a Designer. Shortly after graduation she started to experiment with abstract paintings and developed her own artistic style.
Leonora finds her inspiration in nature, ancient and aboriginal art, abstract expressionism masters, modern music and dance.
Leonora Egutkina has had showed and sold her work in London and San Francisco galleries and Bonhams&Butterfields Auction. Her works are in numerous private collections in Russia, UK and US.
EDUCATION
1989-1991 Moscow Architectural University, Russia
1991-1992 Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
1993-1997 M.F.A., Industrial Art University, Moscow, Russia.
EXHIBITIONS
March 2007 ArtExpo, New York, NY
Oct.2006 Open Studio, Artspan, San Francisco, CA
Jan.2005 Berkeley Art Center, Berkeley, CA
Jan.2004 Market Street Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Feb.2003 Market Street Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Jan. 2002 Bradford Campbell Gallery, San Francisco, CA
April 2001 Gallery Europa,
Palo Alto, CA
March 2001 Louie Art Gallery, Gary Soren Smith Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Fremont, CA
Dec.2000 Market Street Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Aug.2000 Royal Society of British Artists, London, UK
May 2000 Karen Taylor Contemporary Art Gallery, London, UK
Dec. 1999 Sackville Galleries, London, UK
Apr. 1997 Industrial Art University, Moscow, Russia
May 1992 Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
AWARDS & HONORS
1991 Full Year Scholarship, Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
1992 Dean’s List, Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
PUBLICATIONS
American Art Collector, West Coast Edition, 2005
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