Artist Spotlight: Irena Orlov

Up in our Artist spotlight column this week is California-based artist, Irena Orlov. Discovered via online creative platform, Etsy, this artist creates the most intriguing wall hangings we’ve ever seen. Irena Orlov, innovative, contemporary fine artist, architect, designer, illustrator and photographer is known for creating captivating works which are bursting with energy. Extraordinary versatile in her mediums, Irena could never imagine life without art. She is an artist whose path in the fine arts has led her to a unique expression of mood and colour. The combination of antique and a very clean, crisp modern design sense creates a highly prized, individual artistic style. Her images begin spontaneously and give expression to personal creativity and insight. Each piece you find is unique in design. Irena often prefers to think of herself as a craftsman, constructing, or interpreting imagery and messages from her conscious and subconscious mind.

Irena has been drawn by the magical beauty behind fine arts and design since her early childhood. Having a successful career in architecture and design for quite a long time, she began to deal with fine art. The journey began by looking for new ways to express her emotions and feelings. The process of creating art gave her what she wanted – endless ways of expressing herself. During the creating process, Irena doesn’t limit herself to a specific style or medium, therefore her art mostly represents mixed media. The creating process is based on emotions and her current mood. This artist’s work is infused with spirit and energy Irena felt at that very moment she created it. It encourages viewers to interpret it their own way. This artwork definitely evokes different feelings in the audience depending on their individual experiences and memories.