242 Artists

Artwork by Vês Três
Vês Três
Vês Três
Portugal
VÊS.TRÊS is a collective project composed of emerging artists Ana Malta, Madalena Pequito and Maria de Brito Matias. The collaboration began in 2018, after they finished their respective degrees in Painting at the Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Lisbon. The desire to continue close work as colleagues encouraged the creation of joint works where pictorial harmony creates a game of seeing and recognizing. The question that remains will always be: "Do you see three"? Three forms of expression, three styles, three color palettes. ​ It emerged as a movement of mutual support, a dialogue of experiences and a space for sharing social issues as women artists. The collective aims to convey to the viewer the importance of bringing together practices and minds for the development of human life. We are social beings and by coming together we sharpen our senses - in this case 3 times more sensitive - creating this element - Vês.Três - which, as a singular artist, has the presence of three independent artists who want to leave their mark through a colorful language that is accessible to anyone. All three intervene in the same way and at the same time in all created works. Mostra "Palavra proibida" no Café Local, 2023 Caldas da Rainha; ​ "Running Riot", Galeria Augustine, 2023 Lisboa; ​ "It's Crystal Clear", LxLapa, Lisboa; ​ "piquenique", Oficinas de Aljustrel, 2022 Alentejo; ​ "Sobre tentativas de (re)mover", atmosfera m, 2021 Lisboa; ​ "Papel de Parede", Espaço Mercês, 2021 Príncipe Real; ​ "Vês.Três", EGEU, 2020 Arroios; ​ "EMER.GENTE", Associação Recreativa da Moita Redonda, 2020 Fátima;
Artwork by David Sharashydze
David Sharashydze
David Sharashydze
Ukraine
For Davyd Sharashydze, art is not just a visual expression – it is a bridge between cultures, histories, and emotions. Born into the rich artistic heritage of Ukraine and Georgia, he carries the essence of both lands in his work, blending the strength of one with the poetry of the other. His artistic journey began in the early 1990s, a turbulent era that saw the collapse of the Soviet Union and the reawakening of national identities. As the world around him shifted, so did his approach to painting. Inspired by the old masters but driven by a desire to break form, he developed a style that exists between classical and contemporary, between precision and freedom. Moving to Kyiv in 1993, Sharashydze immersed himself in the artistic fabric of the city, becoming a key figure in its creative community. His work spans painting, gesso, and graphics, but what remains constant is his ability to capture the fleeting nature of human experience—whether through textured surfaces, layered compositions, or the interplay of light and shadow. Exhibiting since 1991, he has showcased his works across Ukraine, Finland, Norway, Georgia, Australia, the USA, and Mediterranean countries, finding collectors in some of the world’s most prestigious galleries. His membership in the UNESCO International Federation of Artists is a testament to his global artistic impact. Sharashydze’s paintings feel like fragments of dreams, echoes of forgotten myths, glimpses of a world that exists just beyond reach. Whether in the soft contours of a portrait, the weathered textures of his gesso work, or the intricate lines of his graphics, his pieces invite viewers into a space of reflection — where past and present, memory and sensation converge. To experience Davyd Sharashydze’s art is to travel through time, to feel the weight of history and the pulse of the present, all captured in a single brushstroke.
Artwork by Nataliia  Brichuk
Nataliia  Brichuk
Nataliia Brichuk
Ukraine
Natasha Brichuk, known as Notuko, paints in the language of memory. Raised in Rivne, Ukraine, she grew up surrounded by the vivid patterns of embroidered tablecloths, the warmth of painted ceramics, and the quiet grandeur of old Ukrainian architecture. These objects weren’t just decoration—they were stories, passed down through generations, whispering of heritage, resilience, and identity. But tradition, as she saw it, was not static. It pulsed with life, adapting, shifting, existing between past and present. It is this in-between space that Notuko inhabits as an artist. She pursued decorative and applied arts, specialising in ceramics, but painting became her true medium for storytelling. What began as a simple fascination evolved into a bold artistic language - where folk motifs meet abstraction, where Byzantine echoes intertwine with modern fluidity. Her figures emerge as symbols rather than individuals, their forms at times dissolving into textured layers of colour, as if caught between reality and memory. Improvisation is at the heart of her process. She embraces instinct, letting her brushwork capture fleeting emotions and intangible histories. Her compositions often feel like fragments of a grander, unseen whole — inviting viewers to reconnect with traditions, not as relics, but as living, breathing experiences. Notuko’s works have traveled far beyond her hometown, exhibited across Ukraine, Europe, and the UK. Yet, her essence remains rooted in the stories of home — the unspoken ties between past generations and those still to come. Her art is a conversation between centuries, a delicate balance of structure and spontaneity, of inherited symbols and contemporary expression. To experience Notuko’s work is to step into a world where tradition doesn’t belong to the past—it evolves, just like us.
Artwork by Oleksiy Belusenko
Oleksiy Belusenko
Oleksiy Belusenko
Ukraine
In the quiet, contemplative spaces of Oleksiy Belusenko’s paintings, time feels like it has softened, lingering between memory and the present. Born in Kazakhstan in 1960 and moving to Ukraine as a child, Belusenko has spent a lifetime weaving together history, landscape, and emotion — both as an artist and as a restorer of the past. For 25 years, he worked at the National Scientific Research Restoration Centre in Kyiv, (specialising in polychrome wooden sculpture and decorative carving), breathing life back into centuries-old sculptures and carvings. This intimate relationship with history shaped his artistic eye — his brushstrokes carrying the patience of a restorer, his compositions steeped in reverence for what came before. His works feel like whispers of the past, filtered through a deeply personal lens. While Belusenko’s career spans painting, sculpture, and curation, it is his landscapes that carry his most intimate dialogue with the world. Capturing the quiet poetry of Ukrainian nature, his canvases are imbued with a sense of nostalgia—soft brushwork, muted yet resonant tones, and an ever-present balance between warmth and coolness. His work does not impose itself; rather, it invites you in, allowing you to drift between reality and impression, between what is seen and what is felt. Beyond his artistic practice, Belusenko has also dedicated himself to art education, sharing his knowledge through the BritArt XX lecture series, where he dissects the nuances of 20th-century British art. As a curator and a founding member of the Blue October creative association, he continues to shape and support the contemporary art scene in Ukraine. Today, his works reside in private collections and museums across 30 countries. Yet, despite this global reach, his paintings remain rooted in something deeply personal — his connection to place, to time, and to the quiet beauty of everyday moments.
Artwork by Darina Smolkina
Darina Smolkina
Darina Smolkina
Portugal
In a world governed by rules—both written and unspoken—Darina Smolkina’s art whispers of quiet rebellion. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, now based in Lisbon, she crafts paintings that feel like echoes of a theatrical performance, where characters linger in a suspended moment, caught between societal expectations and personal truths. Her work is a stage, and every canvas is a scene unfolding. Darina’s journey began in a traditional family, where expectations were clear—but her fascination with the surreal led her beyond the familiar. She started art school at six, mastering techniques that shaped her unique visual language. While studying graphic design in Kyiv, Darina found her true voice in painting — a space where boundaries blurred and deeper narratives emerged. At 19, she moved to Lisbon, an experience that shaped her perspective as an outsider navigating an unfamiliar world. Her art became a reflection of identity, isolation, and the quiet weight of societal expectations. From Schönhausen Palace Museum in Berlin to New York’s 17frost Gallery, her work speaks to a universal struggle — the tension between conformity and self-expression. Whether in the dreamlike haze of New Dream World or the raw intimacy of My First Diary, Darina’s paintings invite viewers to step into a moment of self-reflection, where emotions take form and meaning unfolds. Darina doesn’t just paint figures — she paints questions. Her art asks: Who are we, beyond the expectations placed upon us? What do we reveal, and what do we conceal? Her world is one where the symbolic and the surreal merge, reflecting not just her own journey, but the collective search for meaning in a world full of invisible walls.
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