Irina Kurganskaya
Painting is my way of telling stories—capturing moments that invite reflection while remaining visually harmonious. Art should make people think, but it should also be a pleasure to look at.
Biography
Irina Kurganskaya was born on 13 August 1980 in Kharkiv, Ukraine. She has been fascinated by drawing and painting since her childhood. Irina graduated with honors from the art school named after I. Repin, in Kharkiv, later studied watercolor under the guidance of such prominent artists as Carrie Stuart Parks (United States), Natalia Nesterova (Russian Federation), Shelley Prior (Canada).
Irina is a watercolor artist. Her art is multifaceted and diverse. She creates both realistic and abstract pieces of art, her works varies in colors and their deepness.
Currently she lives and works in Portugal. She is inspired by magnificent ocean views nearby Lisbon and breathtaking woods of Sintra.
Influences
Carrie Stuart Parks
Education
2023-2023 Online watercolor course by Shelley Prior Canada
2010-2011 European School of Design Kyiv, Ukraine
1997-2002 National Law Acadamy of Ukraine Kharkiv, Ukraine
1996-1997 Watercolor course by Carrie Stuart Parks Cataldo, Idaho, United States
1994-1996 Art School named after I. Repin Kharkiv, Ukraine
The artist at work