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Svetlana Ovinova (b. 1970) is a professional artist of European distinction. Celebrated for her unique artistic perspective, Ovinova has garnered considerable recognition throughout Europe.
Svetlana was born in Kazakhstan to a family of German exiles, and her journey into art began at an early age. From the time she was three, she revealed her creative gifts by illustrating fairy tales she read and inventing new worlds on paper. Her eagerness for artistic expression deepened as she grew older, accompanied by an enduring commitment to her craft.
Ovinova possesses a comprehensive education in the arts. She completed art school with honours in 1987, then furthered her studies at the Samara Art College, graduating with distinction in 1991. Svetlana continued her artistic training at the St. Petersburg Classical Academy of Arts, where she graduated with the highest honours in 2000.
Ovinova’s works have been exhibited since 1996, both within Russia and across Europe. Her paintings, encompassing oil, tempera, and watercolour techniques, are part of private collections in countries such as Lithuania, the Netherlands, the USA, Sweden, England, Russia, Belarus, Norway, Germany, and Turkey. She is recognized for her unique thematic cycles, rare techniques in watercolour using specially selected old paper, and the “out of focus” method in oil painting. Over the course of her career, Svetlana has held 29 solo exhibitions—including 21 in Lithuania—and has been featured in many international group shows. She is a member of the LATGA Association.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a serene landscape, bathed in the soft, diffuse light of either early morning or late afternoon. It portrays an expansive view of rolling hills dotted with clusters of trees and shrubs. The verdant greenery is interspersed with vague hints of settlements or structures in the distance, barely discernible through a gentle haze. The dominant greens of the fields and trees are complemented by patches of blue and purple, suggesting bodies of water or perhaps blossoms. The whole scene is reflected in the large, tranquil body of water in the foreground, creating an almost mirror image that blurs the line between sky and land. The clouds above are fluffy and light, adding to the tranquil and somewhat dreamy quality of the landscape. Small bursts of pink and red flowers add a soft touch of color to the otherwise cool palette. The scenery, devoid of any overt human presence, evokes a sense of quiet and seclusion, as if this is a place where nature speaks in hushed tones. Overall, the painting offers a feeling of peace and untouched beauty, inviting the viewer to listen for the subtle songs of nightingales that may resonate through the air.
