Inesa Škeliova is an artist whose lifelong aspiration was to attend art school. Although she began her studies focused on pedagogy at a music school, her enthusiasm for visual arts endured. Over time, she immersed herself in a variety of creative pursuits, including felting, spinning, and painting on stones, eventually discovering her passion for painting on canvas. Through her artworks, Škeliova endeavors to evoke positive emotions, warmth, and an inspiring zest for life.
Plants and animals—especially horses and birds—are the central motifs in Inesa Škeliova’s paintings. These recurring subjects express her profound affinity with nature and her admiration for the beauty inherent in the natural world. By choosing these motifs, she imbues her works with tranquility and vitality.
Škeliova’s artistic method is marked by both inspiration and spontaneity. She works at a brisk pace to capture her ideas before the initial feeling dissipates, producing works that are expressive and full of movement. This technique allows each painting to radiate immediacy and lively energy.
Vivid, striking colors define Inesa Škeliova’s artistic style, serving as symbols of happiness and optimism. By creating her art, she not only pursues her own creative goals but also aims to uplift viewers, celebrating life and the surrounding beauty through her works.
About this artwork+
This painting shows a single tree with a round, bronze-colored canopy against a striking turquoise background. The tree's leaves look textured, almost as if each leaf were individually etched. Below, a slender black trunk stands centered, connecting the vibrant top to the equally vivid backdrop. The choice of colors is bold, with the shiny bronze popping against the cooler turquoise. This creates a strong visual contrast that draws the eye directly to the tree. Inesa Škeliova's style in "Bronze Tree" seems modern and somewhat abstract. Her technique adds a tactile quality to the work. It's as if you could feel the roughness of the tree just by looking at it. This painting is vibrant yet simple, focusing on form and color to convey its beauty.
