Author Archives: Irina

It’s not how good an artist you are…

As I have found out in my time as a professional artist, becoming a successful artist doesn’t just happen for those who are gifted enough. It’s all about promoting yourself. Getting yourself seen. Being in the right place at the … Continue reading

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My New Art Studio in Bolton town centre

This is my lovely new art studio facing Bolton Parish Church in Bolton town centre. It’s very spacious and I feel totally relaxed here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RK-AVkFPxoA&feature=youtu.be What do you think?

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I have moved to a studio in Bolton Town Centre

Just to let everyone know I am now painting in my new studio in Bolton town centre next to Bolton Parish Church. I will be concentrating on acrylic on canvas paintings from now on. If anyone would like to come … Continue reading

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I got a artists mention in Art2Arts blog!

I got a great comment about my work here. Im really proud. http://www.art2arts.co.uk/blog/ Let me know what you think.

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Would you as an artist, sell on ebay?

When I started painting in the UK, I looked at ebay as a possible route for selling my work. I did actually sell a few pieces but I found it to be a bargain basement. Now it would just de-value … Continue reading

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My entry for Bolton Open Arts Competition

I entered a painting of Bolton Parish Church into Bolton Museum and it was accepted. I went to see the exhibition and I was amazed by some of the local talent. My entry wasn’t what you would normally find in … Continue reading

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What medium do you prefer?

Do you prefer acrylic, oil or watercolour? I tend to mostly use acrylics. I have used watercolour a few times. I just wanted to know what was the most popular.

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Bolton Open Art Competition For Bolton Artists

For artists who live in Bolton or have any connection to Bolton, this is an exciting time as they get the chance to exhibit their work in the Bolton Museum in an open art exhibition. They also are in with … Continue reading

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The Bath Prize Art Auction

I entered The Bath Prize art competition this year and got a lot of praise for my painting. I was bid up to £500 but I didn’t want to let it go. It was a great experience and the first … Continue reading

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Featured in Lancashire Life

I was featured in Lancashire Life in May. It was a 2 page spread about how I came to England and became an professional artist here. I hope you like it, let me know what you think! http://lancashire.greatbritishlife.co.uk/article/from-russia-with-love–the-bolton-artist-couple-behind-rus-art-32185/

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