Soft Blue & Yellow Blossoms (2025) Painting by Karina Kopteva

I am an artist deeply fascinated by realism and hyperrealism, drawn to the challenge of capturing life’s fleeting beauty with oil paint. My work is a pursuit of precision, a study of light, shadow, and form. While oil is my primary medium, I often experiment with watercolor, pencil drawing, pastels, and other techniques to refine my craft. Soon, I plan to explore acrylic painting as well, continuously pushing my artistic boundaries.

A defining element of my work is the dramatic contrast between subject and background. I intentionally use an almost black backdrop, allowing the main subject—most often flowers—to emerge with striking clarity. This darkness is not emptiness but a space of depth, a canvas for light to bloom.

My greatest inspiration comes from flowers, which I adore beyond words. I grow them on my balcony, dream of a lush garden in my future home, and find endless joy in their delicate details. But my work is also fueled by raw emotion—the energy of lived experiences, the intensity of human passion. I am influenced by contemporary realist painters and stylized portrait techniques, including those inspired by digital aesthetics. In one of my artistic series, I explored the expressive power of the female form in an intimate and provocative style—another theme that resonates deeply with me, stirring emotions in my audience.

Though I have been drawing since childhood, my artistic path was not a straight one. It wasn’t until 2015 that I reignited my passion, diving into the foundations of drawing and studying through online courses. Living in a small town in Italy, where traditional art schools were unavailable, I built my knowledge through masterclasses and extensive independent study. Over the years, I have mastered both fundamental and specialized techniques, yet my journey is far from over—I aspire to continue my education at an art university in Milan.

My work has been exhibited in two local shows in Italy, as well as in Switzerland. Looking ahead, I am preparing for three solo exhibitions: one in Castelleone, where I currently live, another in Crema, my soon-to-be home, and a third in Cremona, the birthplace of the legendary Stradivarius violin, where I am a member of the local artist community.

At the heart of my work lies the energy of passion—the most powerful force in the world, driving both art and life itself. I want my viewers to feel something when they stand before my paintings—to be stirred, awakened, and inspired. Whether it’s the calming elegance of a floral piece or the raw intensity of human emotion, my goal is to create not just images, but experiences. Art is about feeling. It is about what the viewer takes with them, the emotions they awaken, and the stories they begin to see within themselves.

• Nationality: ITALY
• Date of birth : 1989
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• Groups: Contemporary Italian Artists