GOLDEN TIME TALENT | 49 Season | Irina Kurganskaya | Painting
Channel: GOLDEN TIME TALENT
Date: 07/09/2023

Member/team name: Irina Kurganskaya

The country: Portugal | City: Lisbon

Age category: from 31 to 50 years old

Nomination: Painting

Name of competitive work: "Resurrection of Love: Tree Ring Heart"

Work size: 35 x 47 x 0.1 cm

Execution material: watercolor, ink, paper

History of the creation of the work: "Resurrection of Love: Tree Ring Heart" - a profound tale of renewal and eternal affection. Painted in striking black and white, the piece centers around a mesmerizing tree ring, a timeless symbol of growth and life's cyclical nature.
At the heart of the tree ring, a delicate heart-shaped emblem emerges, as if born from the very essence of the tree's history. This heart is not just a mere representation of love; it symbolizes a powerful resurrection of emotions long thought to be lost or forgotten. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, love finds its way back to life, rekindled by the passage of time and nature's profound influence.
The concentric circles of the tree ring tell a story of the tree's journey through seasons and decades, a testimony to its resilience and the wisdom it gained over time. As the heart forms within the heartwood, it signifies a love that has survived the tests of time and tribulations, now glowing with newfound strength and vibrancy.
The grayscale palette lends an air of timelessness to the painting, invoking a sense of nostalgia and reverence. The absence of color allows the intricate details of the tree ring and heart to stand out, drawing the viewer's gaze deeper into the profound narrative behind the artwork.

How long have you been creating: over 10 years

GT49-1171-6118 | 49 Season

Social networks of the participant / team: @13kis

Participation in other competitions and festivals / creative achievements: Irina Kurganskaya was born on August 13, 1980, in Kharkiv, Ukraine. She has harbored a fascination with drawing and painting since her early years. Irina graduated with honors from the art school named after I.Repin in Kharkiv and later honed her skills in watercolor under the tutelage of distinguished artists like Carrie Stuart Parks (United States), Natalia Nesterova (Russian Federation), and Shelley Prior (Canada).

There was a considerable hiatus in her artistic career. For over 20 years, she practiced law and served as a diplomat in foreign missions. However, her relocation to Portugal in 2022 and the country's splendid natural beauty ignited her passion to reclaim her brushes and paints, rekindling her creative journey.

Currently a full-time watercolor and textile artist, Irina resides in Portugal, a land that kindles her aspiration to harmonize her life and work with nature. The stunning ocean vistas near Lisbon and the captivating woods of Sintra inspire her creative process. She is a resident of ASM-Club (international association of artists) since July 2023, active participant of some local lisbon art markets and few international exhibions. Despite the fact that Irina is just starting her professional art career, her artworks are already in private collections in Ukraine, USA and Europe.

Irina's art embodies versatility and diversity. Having resided in various countries and being an avid traveler, she consistently immerses herself in different cultures and explores nature across the globe – from the US and Europe to Australia and the Asia Pacific. Her artistic creations encompass both realistic and abstract pieces, spanning a wide spectrum of colors and depths.
While Irina also practices acrylic and oil painting, her primary mediums remain watercolor and textile paints. Beyond art, her interests extend to furniture renovation, home design, and the companionship of her beloved dog.

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