“Originally from Moscow, Russia, I graduated from college as an IT specialist and worked in IT depart-ments both in Russia and in the USA after my family moved here nearly 30 years ago. However, I have always had a passion for art and took some art classes in Moscow. My father collected books, many of which were about art history, famous painters and museum collections, and I spent countless hours reading and enjoying them.

I love traveling with my husband; we visit museums, explore art galleries, and take long walks in nature and cities, constantly captivated by the beauty of the world. I also love gardening and have a large collection of indoor plants.

Here in Walpole, I studied in the art studio of Rosemarie Morelli, a local artist and mentor who has been a significant influence on my work. Primarily, I create oil paintings, focusing on landscapes and flowers.

Painting is one of the great pleasures of my life.”