Alexander Oukrainskiy’s brilliantly hued works portray a vital optimism that characterizes his overall artistic spirit. Blending abstract and representational styles, Oukrainskiy produces stunning visions of bold color, strong gesture, and vibrant movement. In his paintings imbued with a feeling of joy and optimism, Oukrainskiy shares his enthusiasm for art making with the viewer, placing his artistic mark firmly within the work. He aims to connect directly to the viewer using his own unique and active voice and his paintings are a testament to the humanistic power of art. An accomplished muralist, Oukrainskiy shows a virtuosic manipulation of abstracted symbology, which when combined with his unusual color palette engages the viewer visually and psychologically.
Born in Moscow, Russia, Alexander Oukrainskiy has completed studies at several prestigious institutions including the LaGuardia School of the Visual and Performing Arts, Rutgers University, and the Academy of Fine and Industrial Arts in St. Petersburg. The artist currently lives and works in both the US and Russia.
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