My Statement

I believe that art is similar to life, it changes constantly. It depends on how you look at it, or more importantly how it makes you feel inside.

I simply look at life from a different angle, a different perspective that others might not see, understand, or experience. I am always fascinated by objects with auras of history and stories to tell; I love to capture the beauty of everything around me and believe in the subtle play of color and light to elicit our higher emotions.

My inspiration is deeply connected to my Armenian heritage. I am fascinated with ancient cultures and mythology. I interpret the world in three ways: Physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Through my senses, feelings, and spirit, I encounter everything that life has to offer.

Sometimes, I never know what my paintings will look like before I begin and this mystery is exactly what creates the excitement and curiosity I need to stay inspired. I also embrace the freedom to change courses many times along the way, knowing each and every choice will be an important part of the finished art work.

Shows & Exhibitions

  • 2017- 4th Annual Experience Contemporary Exhibit, Casselberry Art House, Orlando FL
  • 2017- Political & Historical Artworks show at Gallery Z, Providence RI
  • 2017- Echoes Of The Soul Exhibition, at Enterprise Heritage Center & Museum, Orlando FL
  • 2017- Live painting performance with "Helena" singing group at Timucua White House, Orlando FL
  • 2016- Small works show, Artists registry at City Art Factory, Orlando FL
  • 2016- Orlando Museum of Art Artist collaboration art show at Hyatt Regency, Orlando FL
  • 2016- Art in Fall at the Hovnanian Gallery, New Milford, NJ
  • 2016- Cinco de Mayo show at Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando FL
  • 2016- Small work show at Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando FL
  • 2015- Pure Earth E-waste Art Auction at Gotham Hall in New York NY
  • 2015- Art in Fall at the Hovnanian Gallery, New Milford NJ
  • 2015- What in the world show at Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando FL
  • 2015- Metiers Gala show, Orlando FL
  • 2014- Open house event and a live painting performance, Baterbys Art gallery, Orlando FL
  • 2014- Living Art of Isleworth live painting, Orlando FL
  • 2014- Art in Fall at the Hovnanian Gallery, New Milford, NJ
  • 2014- Mixed media art show at Gallery Z, Providence RI
  • 2014- Handmade Jewelry Collection début at the Hi Artonline gallery, Yerevan Armenia
  • 2013- Art in Fall at the Hovnanian Gallery, New Milford NJ
  • 2013- The 63rd Annual ASA Artists’ Ball at ACA Gallery, Manhattan NY
  • 2012- Winter Park Autumn art festival, Orlando FL
  • 2012- Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney, Orlando FL
  • 2012- Uptown Art Expo at Cranes Roost Park, Orlando FL
  • 2012- The 62nd Annual ASA Artists’ Ball at ACA Gallery, Chelsea Manhattan NY
  • 2012- Birthright Armenia's premiere Art Exhibit, Philadelphia
  • 2011- The small picture show at Gallery Z, Providence RI
  • On Going: Mixed media art collection at Baterbys Art Gallery

Awards

  • Honorable mention award. 1st Th. Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando Fl. 2016
  • Honorable mention award. 1st Th. Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando Fl. 2015
  • Best Local artist award. Baterbys art gallery. Orlando Fl. 2014
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