I was born in Moscow, Russia and moved to the United States as a child. I am fortunate to have parents who supported my desire to create, and art has been an important part of my life from an early age. I cannot remember a time when I was not drawing and painting, and I took many private art lessons throughout my adolescent years. After receiving a Masters in Art History, focusing on 17th century Dutch/Flemish art, I was inspired to resume painting and began pursuing a career as a professional painter. I have been exhibiting professionally since 2013 and have had my works in several private collections in the United States and abroad. I currently live with my husband and sons in New York City.
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