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THE WIND KNOWS…

While painting this, I kept thinking: “The wind knows where to wake the roots.” These lines aren’t just shapes - they’re the nerves of the elements, caught mid-pulse. I love letting paint flow with a will of its own - it’s like having a quiet conversation with a trusted friend. Fun fact: I rarely use brushes. Instead, I use sticks, palette knives, even old credit cards - it gives the lines a wild, living energy. In this piece, line isn’t a boundary - it’s the main character. The colors speak like copper and water arguing gently, and the black outlines feel like a voice that refuses to be silent. I want the viewer not just to see the painting, but to feel its rhythm.

Acrylic on cardboard

Size:       42 * 30 * 0,5cm

Created in 2025

Author:    Svetlana Sokolova

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GOLDEN RHYTHM

You know, when light touches this surface, it's as if a whole universe comes alive. It seems like drops of frozen gold are dancing in a whimsical rhythm, casting shadows that constantly shift, creating an illusion of movement. I've always loved how texture can trick the eye; in impasto painting, volume is achieved not only through color but also through physical relief. This work is my way of showing the viewer the beauty of simple forms and the play of light on a metallic surface. I want everyone who looks at it to feel this quiet, shimmering magic of metal. It's like capturing a moment when the ordinary becomes magical. Let this painting find a cozy place in the home of someone who appreciates the play of light and volume.

Mixed media on canvas         (foam plastic+acrylic)

Size:  80 * 60 * 7,0 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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METAL DREAM

When I work with texture painting, I feel like I’m in dialogue with the material — it leads, I follow. This piece came from a thought about how entire inner worlds bloom quietly inside us. There’s no template here — just a palette knife, some construction glue, and a lot of patience. Fun fact: some texture artists joke that you can “see” these paintings blindfolded — just run your hands over them. I love that the gold here doesn’t scream luxury but rather adds a warm, soft glow. The highlights flicker like sunspots on old stone walls. This piece is for those who love subtle, non-obvious beauty. I see it as a heartbeat captured in gold.

Mixed media on canvas         (foam plastic+acrylic)

Size:  80 * 60 * 7,0 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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IN BETWEEN 

My new painting, “IN BETWEEN...” is an invitation to linger for a second in the space “in between.” Between wind and silence. Between line and color. Between light and darkness. Between the obvious and the hidden. Between peace and movement. Between the past and the present. Green, this eternal symbol of life and renewal, exists here in many nuances, as if breathing on the border of light and shadow. I sought to create a space where the gaze glides along these waves of color, finding its “in between” - between contemplation and reflection. A lonely tree, frozen in this shaky reality, serves as a kind of fulcrum, reminding us of the inevitability of transition, that everything is “in between” one thing and another. I hope this painting will become a window into this personal “in between” for you.                                                                        

“IN BETWEEN...” is not just a landscape. It is a state to which you want to return. Where everything is in its place. Where you can simply be.

Acrylic on canvas

Size:    80 * 60 * 1,5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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GOLDEN GRAVITY

When I painted this piece, I imagined light dancing across the surface like sunlight on morning dew. Seven metallic spheres — planets emerging from a chaos of golden drips. Each texture paste droplet took a week to dry: did you know this technique demands patience? Rush it, and the shadows “break,” losing their magic under angled lighting. No line here is accidental — even the splatters guide your gaze from highlights to shadows, like a spiral. Fun fact: 3D texture is a conversation between painting and sculpture. The canvas becomes a map where every ridge casts its own story.

Mixed media on canvas

Size:  100 * 80 * 10 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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EYE OF THE STORM

In the center is a spiral of concentric circles, like a target into which life itself falls. Around them is an explosion of colors: blue rivers, scarlet flashes, black lightning strikes. The lines dance: some flow like rain from a window pane, others curl like living wires. Interestingly, each drop of paint here is not a brush, but a wooden ruler: I threw it on the canvas to create these sharp, unpredictable splashes. This is not chaos, but a dialogue of order and freedom - like a heart beating to the rhythm of jazz. The painting seems to breathe: the cold of blue is softened by the warmth of red, and black adds drama. I want it to hang where people seek inspiration ... or just want to add bright contrasts to their lives.

Acrylic, ink, paper 300 g/m

Size: 42 * 30 * 0,1cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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DROPS OF TIME

Imagine geometry dancing with nature’s breath: white circles, like ripples on water, float through waves of blue-green chaos. Fun fact: I crafted the background texture not with brushes, but cardboard scraps — the lines became sharp, like cracks in ice. The deep blue here isn’t just a color; it’s a mood, softened by emerald strokes, as if foliage breaks through concrete. The black dashes? A pause in the melody, a moment for the painting to breathe so you can truly hear it. Each acrylic layer is a new twist in the dialogue between order and freedom. Want your wall to pulse with life? This piece will be its heartbeat.

Acrylic, ink, paper 300 g/m

Size: 42 * 30 * 0,1cm

Created in 2025.

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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RHYTHM OF THOUGHT         

In creating this piece, I explored the dynamic interplay of energy and calm.   Using acrylic, I created flowing lines and vibrant colors that suggest movement and harmony. Fiery red and calm white intertwine to embody the pulsating rhythm of thought. It is a vibrant statement meant to evoke emotion and provoke thought, perfect for enlivening any living space with its vibrant energy and thoughtful presence.

Acrylic on canvas

Size:  60 * 40 * 1.5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

ATTENTION!  The color of items in the photos may be slightly different from the actual color depending on lighting and your monitor settings. The edges are painted, allowing the work to be hung immediately without a frame

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EASTER JOURNEY

In this vibrant triptych, I channeled the kinetic energy and playful spirit of pop art through swirling acrylic waves, using a cool palette that is calming yet invigorating. Set against these dynamic stripes, the whimsical bunnies add a touch of serene joy, inviting viewers into a whimsical narrative of movement and peace. This work is designed to bring a breath of fresh and invigorating energy to any living space, evoking imagination and harmony.

Acrylic on canvas

Size of panel :  40 * 30 * 1,5cm 

Triptych size: 40 x 90 x 1,5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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GOLDEN MEADOW

I didn’t just paint flowers—I painted their laughter, their whispers in the wind. Every brushstroke is a movement, every splash of color a melody. The golden background glows like warm sunlight, embracing the wild pinks, blues, and yellows that burst forward, tangled in playful lines. It’s chaos, but the kind you want to get lost in—like a meadow that stretches endlessly, full of hidden stories. The white accents dance like morning dew catching the first light. Nature is never still, and neither is this painting. Can you hear it?

Acrylic on canvas

Size:  60 * 40 * 1.5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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PULSE OF LIFE

In creating this painting, I wanted to capture the vibration and constant movement of life. Through a complex web of vibrant colors and dynamic lines, I sought to capture the ceaseless energy and interconnectedness of existence. Each brushstroke builds upon the next, creating a lush, dense tapestry that reflects the complexity and beauty of the natural world. This painting is designed to bring a pulse of life and color to any space, enhancing the atmosphere with its bold, vibrant presence.

Acrylic on canvas

Size:  60 * 40 * 1.5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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GOLDEN CIPHER       

In this piece, I channeled the enigmatic beauty of whispers and shadows, using acrylic to capture the delicate dance between light and dark. The swirling forms and sharp lines emerge from a golden-hued fade, symbolizing the ever-present yet often unseen rhythms of nature and thought. This artwork is meant to bring a sense of intrigue and a whisper of untold stories to any space it inhabits, encouraging viewers to pause and ponder the deeper connections in their surroundings.

Acrylic, paper 300 g/m

Size: 42 * 30 * 0,1cm

Created in 2025.

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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SHADOW SPIRAL

I was keen to capture the dynamic energy of the spirals through bold acrylic brushstrokes. The interplay of black and gold creates a mesmerising dance of light and shadow, reflecting the complex twists and turns of life. Each swirl is a passion, a story that runs deeper into the painting, evoking emotions of curiosity and wonder. Displaying this piece at home will bring a vibrant, expressive pulse to any space, enriching it with a story of visual movement and contrast.

Acrylic, paper 300 g/m

Size: 42 * 30 * 0,1cm

Created in 2025.

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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RUSH HOUR 3

Bold and chaotic brushstrokes cover the surface, merging blues, reds, and whites in an abstract composition. The colors are layered with visible texture and depth, creating an energetic interplay that feels both disordered and harmonious. It’s an expression of life's flurry, designed to evoke both the tension and beauty of our everyday intersections. Hanging this painting in your space brings a dynamic and thoughtful energy, provoking contemplation and appreciation for the bustling world outside.

Oil, canvas on cardboard

Size:      18 * 25 * 0.3cm

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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GREEN HILLS

In creating this work, I immersed myself in the rhythms of nature, blending abstract and expressionist styles to evoke the rolling vitality of the green hills. Each bold, fluid line and layered clash of colors not only represents the natural undulating movements of the earth, but the emotional fluctuations of life itself. My use of vibrant acrylic paints brings out a luminous quality that energizes any space, filling it with a spirit of renewal and dynamic beauty. This artwork is a celebration of nature’s endless dance, inviting viewers to resonate with its deep, vital pulse. Green waves flow like rivers of life through dark valleys and bright peaks. The land breathes emerald hues that bring the promise of spring and renewal. Tiny cottages hide in its curves, cozy islands in an endless ocean of green. A sudden splash of red disrupts the peace, a burst of energy in the silence. Black lines create depth and rhythm. It's the feeling of a fresh breeze before a summer thunderstorm, the whisper of leaves dancing in the air.

Acrylic on canvas

Size:  40 * 30 * 1.5 cm

Weight: 0.3kg 

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova

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HOT HILLS

 This land is alive with fire, burning not with destruction but with passion and life. The red waves move like lava, cutting through the deep black of the earth. There is warmth here, the kind that lingers in the air before nightfall. The little houses, tucked into the landscape, hold onto their light, their windows glowing like embers. A single green patch breaks the rhythm, a promise that nature never rests. The contrast of heat and shadow, movement and stillness, makes this piece a landscape of emotion.

Acrylic on canvas

Size:  40 * 30 * 1.5 cm

Created in 2025

Author: Svetlana Sokolova