Elena Katsyura is a Russian artist born in Chelyabinsk.
Elena Katsyura at a glance
- Born: Chelyabinsk, Russia
- Nationality: Russian
- Known for: Realistic paintings that mix Russian realism with French impressionism
- Medium: Painting
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from Chelyabinsk Art College, then a Master’s degree in art
- Based in: Chelyabinsk, Russia (lived in California from 2007 to 2010)
- Notable works: A portrait of her daughter Sofiya, painted in morning light
- Website: elenakatsyura.com
She recieved her Bachelor’s degree from Chelyabinsk Art College and her Master’s degree in Art from the university in her hometown. Her artistic style combines Russian realistic art and French impressionism. She was fascinated with art from a young age and would draw whenever she could. In 2007, she moved to California with her husband and daughter, finding new inspiration that continued to influence her work after returning to Russia in 2010,
Her final Master’s project was a portrait of her 11-year-old daughter, Sofiya.
She would wake her early every morning to capture the morning light in the painting. Her work has been shown in exhibitions in Russia. She uses a palette that includes Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Winsor Lemon, Lemon Yellow, Permanent Rose, Alizarin Crimson, French Ultramarine, and Viridian,
“Every morning I would wake my daughter up early so that the painting reflected the morning light.”
You can find more of Elena Katsyura’s paintings on her official website.