'MOTHER OF THE MIDDLE EAST' - Acrylic on canvas, acrylic wax, varnish

In her artist's statement, Elena expresses, 'I am a figurative artist working in the style of naive art, sharing narratives of my journeys and the evolution of my personality in perceiving this world throughout my travels. The majority of my work focuses on the cultures of diverse peoples, exotic traditions, and local identities. Through my paintings, I aim to reflect the unique diversity of our world, conveying a sense of beauty through colors, utilizing authentic motifs, ornaments, and patterns original visual forms inherent in national symbolism.'

She continues, 'Another aspect of my work delves into self-determination, self-identification, and the manifestation of individuality through one’s perspective on global issues. In this context, I explore the challenge of embracing one’s individuality amid the vast diversity of our world. My personal collection includes paintings from Indonesia, India, and Morocco. Currently, the paintings I create embark on journeys around the world. Each piece is a story told on canvas, with the lives of people behind these stories evoking passion and sparking interest in life.