Marija Giliova is a skilled artist whose background weaves together formal education and a wealth of life experience. She is qualified as a master of creative industries, holds a bachelor’s degree in art-design, serves as an art teacher, and practices art therapy. Alongside her professional endeavors, Marija is also a passionate photographer. In her personal life, she cherishes being a mother of three, finding her children’s happiness to be her greatest inspiration and source of fulfillment.
Describing herself as an artist at heart, Marija continually seeks depth, emotion, beauty, and meaning in her surroundings. She transforms her inner challenges and contemplations into art, using creativity as a way to connect with others and share her insights. From a young age, her passion for drawing and illustration blossomed from basic ballpoint sketches into a diverse range of artistic techniques, with watercolor pencils and watercolors becoming her tools of choice.
Her artistic path is closely connected to her love of travel, discovery, and genuine human relationships. Marija places great value on understanding both the external world and the inner workings of the human soul, often drawing inspiration from walks in the forest, time spent by the lake, or moments near the sea. She favors a slower lifestyle, enjoying peaceful mornings, her favorite coffee, and the meditative, unpredictable nature of creating art.
Marija holds that genuine creativity is born from embracing both the everyday moments of life and the deep emotions that shape human experience. To her, being an artist is less about accumulating diplomas and more about keeping an open heart and a sense of wonder. Her ongoing dreams of traveling the world and her fascination with both outer adventures and the intricacies of human nature continue to inspire her creative journey.
About this artwork+
In this vibrant painting, a young girl with short brown hair and a warm smile sits comfortably atop a large orange pumpkin. She holds a little brown and white cat lovingly in her arms. Around them, the background is a tapestry of autumn, illustrated by an array of colorful leaves in shades of red, yellow, and brown, some of which are delicately falling. The scene is set against whimsically stylized trees with round, colorful canopies in shades of light blue and teal, speckled with simple star designs. Small blue berries and tiny butterflies add charming details to the composition, enhancing the magical, serene atmosphere of a crisp fall day. The artwork's use of soft, pastel colors contributes to a sense of peace and joy, capturing the essence of a serene autumn moment.
