Eugenia Shapiro
United States
I discovered my interest in art at a young age, visiting Art museums back in Russia. In my childhood years I occasionally entertained myself by drawing caricatures and small sketches. They became popular and were collected among friends and family. I grew up influenced by Russian Realism as well as by traditional art of nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. I gravitate to portraiture and figurative art. What intrigues me most is uniqueness, harmony, and emotions I see in the faces and scenes around me. My goal is truthfully depicting the inner beauty, emotional state and nuances of my subject matter. I utilize the traditional method and techniques. At the same time my work tends to have a contemporary feel, since I draw inspiration from the world around me.
When I struggle to find my own path, the works of John Singer Sargent, Ilia Repin, Sergey Bongart , and Joaquin Sorolla guide me.
In September of 2019 my work was exhibited at The Salmagundi Club as a part of Allied Artist of America anual show.
I was named a finalist of the 2018 Portrait Society of America members only competition.
My paintings could be found in private collections nationwide, as well as in Italy, Japan, Chili, Peru and Russia.
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