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 by Inesa Škeliova captures a close-up view of a horse. The horse's gaze seems intense, almost piercing. Its dark eyes and wet, shiny mane are noticeable features. The artist uses rich, textured brush strokes that give life and movement to the horse's coat and mane. The background is muted, in soft beige tones, which makes the horse stand out even more. Inesa Škeliova has skillfully used light and shadow to add depth and reality to the image. The overall style blends realism with a touch of raw, emotional expressiveness. This painting not only shows the beauty of the horse but also seems to capture a moment of quiet intensity.
