Marina Zotova is a Russian artist who specializes in Oil painting. She majorly focuses on landscapes and still life. Art is an essential part of our lives because it allows us to have a deeper understanding of our emotions; it increases our self-awareness, and also allows us to be open to new ideas and experiences.
As a painter, Marina loves to create because it helps her connect with who she is, and it helps her learn more about herself and what she is truly capable of. When we connect with the work we are doing, it is possible to encounter a rise in emotions because it introduces us to new experiences, provides us with a deeper understanding of ourselves, and shines a light on questions we never knew we had.
Her artistic journey started not so long ago. It was during the quarantine period that she started painting. Before that, she was in the export business for about 10 years but has completely retired now to become a full-time artist.
Marina’s artworks speak of love for nature. She loves all things natural; thunderstorms, clouds, sun, and snow. For her, contemplation of nature is meditation. Through the artworks she creates, she wants to immerse the viewer in the places that she paints.
Her message to her fellow artists is, “Trust your heart, carry your style, and don’t be afraid to be yourself. Show it in your artworks.” Her greatest inspiration is nature and all the five senses in the world. Her artwork “Gold Autumn” won the 1st prize diploma in the international competition “Deli’s Mustache” and she is invited to a live competition in Spain in May 2022. She considers the achievement as a big honor and a great motivation to develop further as an artist.
She started posting her amazing artworks on the Instagram page @marina_z19 and suddenly her paintings were sold all over the world. Slowly she entered galleries and began to participate in exhibitions and competitions and received several awards. Believing in herself and the art that she creates, she followed her passion which helped her come this far.