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+
In this painting, "Magical Birds 2" by Inesa Škeliova, there's a lot to see. There are two vibrant birds with beautiful colored feathers. One is light blue and the other combines shades of blue, green, and red. They sit on branches full of green leaves. In the center, there's a large, pink lotus flower. The tree looks magical with its twisting branches and numerous dark red berries or buds. The background is simple, in warm beige. There's a decorative border at the bottom, adding a nice touch. Škeliova's style here is vivid and colorful. It feels alive and enchanted, almost like a scene from a fairy tale. The simplicity and clarity of the forms mixed with vivid colors make it visually striking. Each element is painted carefully to bring out its beauty and uniqueness.
