Alexander Mikhaylov is a conceptual artist who combines traditional and contemporary techniques in his work. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience in design and illustration, he uses oil and acrylic as his main mediums, experimenting with various techniques and materials such as gold and copper. Through brushes and a palette knife, he achieves rich depth and texture.
His style balances urban realism with allegorical symbolism. Strongly influenced by his background in design, his works often feature landscapes, heightened meanings and imagery, and a vivid play of form and color. His art speaks in the language of form, perspective, and tone, expressing freedom and a constant desire to explore and push creative boundaries.
About this artwork+
This painting by Alexander Mikhaylov, titled "Plastic Chairs," captures a unique outdoor scene. The scene is dominated by snow-covered chairs, stark against a cold, urban backdrop. There are three chairs in the foreground, vivid and colorful. They stand out on a snowy terrace. In the background, we glimpse a high-rise building with visible balconies, suggesting an overlooked urban courtyard. Mikhaylov uses strong brush strokes and a rich, contrasting palette. Blues and whites emphasize the chill of the snow, contrasting with the bright red and white of the chairs. The style teeters between realism and abstraction, capturing both the detail of the snow's texture and the simple forms of the urban environment. Overall, the painting offers a vivid, slightly melancholic snapshot of winter in an urban setting, highlighted by Mikhaylov's expressive and somewhat textural technique.
