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+
The painting "Norway 2" by Inesa Škeliova portrays a majestic lighthouse perched on rocky cliffs. The sea stretches out beneath it, shimmering under the rays of a distant sun. Above, numerous birds scatter across a dynamic, radiant sky that bursts from the horizon in streaks of light blue and white. Inesa Škeliova uses a textured style, adding depth and a tactile feel to the rocky surfaces and choppy waters. The use of bright, contrasting colors for the sky and sea against the stark gray of the rocks creates a compelling visual balance. The overall effect is dramatic and captures the serene yet powerful essence of a coastal scene.
