Dimitri Sirenko

About Dimitri Sirenko

Acrylic portraits and wildlife, painted fast under live-battle pressure

Dimitri Sirenko is a Canadian painter and art director known for his portraits and wildlife depictions.

“For Dimitri, art is a language that can communicate on both conscious and subconscious levels which is why aesthetic execution of his art is a big part of making that language more accessible for a wider range of audiences.”

Dimitri Sirenko graduated from Emily Carr University of Art and Design with a major in animation, and he now works as an art director in the animation and video game industries, bringing his creative vision to a variety of projects.

Dimitri Sirenko’s exploration in portraiture and wildlife depictions derives inspiration from both classical and modern painting disciplines, and working primarily in acrylic, he captures the essence of personality in his works, relying on his own imaginative perception as well as photo reference.

Dimitri Sirenko has won the National Championship of Art Battle as well as Battle of the Brush, and these victories have unlocked a new and exciting chapter of his life, showcasing his ability to create compelling works under pressure and in front of live audiences.

• He is a Canadian painter based in Canada.
• He graduated from Emily Carr University of Art and Design.
• He works as an art director in animation and video games.
• His work focuses on portraiture and wildlife depictions.
• He won the National Championship of Art Battle.

Dimitri Sirenko believes that aesthetic execution is a big part of making his artistic language more accessible for a wider range of audiences, and his work reflects his commitment to both technical skill and emotional resonance, creating pieces that connect with viewers on multiple levels.

Dimitri Sirenko’s ability to capture the essence of his subjects, combined with his background in animation and art direction, gives his paintings a unique dynamism and depth, and his work has been recognized with awards and exhibitions, solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile artist.

Art Category Fact: Art Battle is an international live painting competition where artists compete to create the best painting in a timed format, and it has become a global phenomenon, with events in cities around the world, and it has helped to showcase the talents of many emerging and established artists, including Dimitri Sirenko, who won the National Championship.

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” Edgar Degas

You can see more of Dimitri Sirenko’s portraits and wildlife paintings on his official website, dimitriartist.com.