Volodymyr Mardashov (1970), Elephant, 2025

100 x 70 cm, oil and acrylic on canvas

In the 1990s he studied at the Pedagogical University of Odesa. Since then, his life has become inextricably linked with art. For almost thirty years he has been painting churches and cathedrals - for him it's more than just a job, it's a way to convey a vision of the world through paint. For his merits in this field, he was awarded the Order of St. Michael the Archangel, an important recognition of his contribution to spiritual art.
However, his artistic passion is not limited to church painting. He has always tried to broaden his horizons and experiment with different styles and techniques. He is fascinated by a variety of genres - from historical painting to subtle landscape sketches, from classical realism to bold avant-garde experiments.