Alexander Sigov was born on February 25, 1955, in Leningrad, Russia, and he graduated from the Valentin Serov Art College in 1975. He has been a member of the Artists’ Union of Russia since 1994, and he has participated in more than 150 exhibitions in Russia and abroad. His work is held in numerous private collections around the world.
His paintings strike a harmonic balance between classical composition and modern disposition. He is influenced by the old masters, especially Rembrandt and Vermeer, and his work shows a deep understanding of light and shadow. His interplay of light brings a life to his canvases that resonates with the viewer.
Whether he paints a figurative study or a still life, he captures the living, omnipresent nature of his subjects through his mastery of light. His work reflects a marriage of meticulous classical technique with a clean, modern, and conceptually crisp aesthetic. Each canvas is stately and monumental.
“Whether it is a figurative study or a still life its own existence is captured by the emotive values of light itself that the artist exhibits, thus embodying the living, omnipresent nature of the subject.”
His inherent understanding of light allows him to create paintings that feel alive and present. He is known for his ability to capture the essence of his subjects through careful attention to detail and composition. His work continues to be exhibited and collected internationally.
Q: What defines Alexander Sigov’s artistic style?
A: His masterful use of light and shadow, combined with a blend of classical technique and modern sensibility. He is influenced by Rembrandt and Vermeer, and his work is known for its monumental quality, emotional depth, and meticulous detail. His paintings capture the living nature of his subjects.