Nevsky Prospect at Night, 2018
Farida Kapshanova's painting from 2018 is an impressive depiction of a night city filled with an aura of mystery and magic. The bright street lights, reflected on the wet pavement, create a shimmering, moving effect. Architectural elements, such as the tower and surrounding buildings, are crafted with precision, conveying a sense of history and grandeur. The artist's use of contrasting color palettes, from the cool blue sky to the warm tones of the street lights, enhances the drama and depth of the scene. Artistic techniques, such as brushstrokes and textures, add dynamism and vibrancy to the painting, immersing the viewer in the city's nightlife.
Farida Kapshanova
An artist with a wide creative range, she works in various styles from realism to impressionism, creating both precise copies and original canvases. Her primary interest is the still life genre, in which she frequently depicts flowers. Farida graduated with honors from the Orenburg Art School and from the Repin Institute, Faculty of Theory and History of Fine Arts. Her works are held in private collections in Russia, Ukraine, Japan, Germany, the USA, Belgium, Israel, and France.