Nature has always been able to charm artists. A tireless muse, source of colors, shapes and unpredictability, nature is the protagonist of paintings, poems and design with an unchanged value over time. Alena Shymchonak’s paintings do not escape this spell: sea, mountain and flowers coexist with humanity within her works. 

Using elusive and impressionistic touches, the Estonian painter captures the liveliness of a moment. The immediacy is obtained not only through wide and lumpy strokes, but also thanks to the choice of a bright, vibrant palette. The intent, confirmed by the artist herself, is to enclose the energy, the immediacy of a moment. If by doing so she manages to create a connection with the person who commissioned the work, then magic happens. 

The subjects of her paintings are mostly holiday places: whether they are seaside or alpine, the human presence is constant. Rendered with quick brushstrokes, the people who animate Alena’s works are always seen from above. This perspective gives a more complete and continuous vision at the same time as if the scene extended also beyond the canvas. 

Alena Shymchonak is an example of how our experiences and the environment around us can influence the art we produce. The ephemeral is immortalized, the energy is colored, the landscapes are animated. Whether you want to book a picture or enrich your feed, you can follow her on Instagram or on her personal website. 

Article by Cobie