Chebotaru Andrey
Andrei Nikolayevich CHEBOTARU- is a well-known master of plein air painting. He was born in 1984 in Sevastopol (Crimea, Ukraine), in a family of artists. His father is a well-known Ukrainian artist -Nikolay Alekseevich Chebotaruwhose paintings are in a more classical direction.
Early years and education
From an early age, he showed an interest in art and drawing. He was often inspired by the beauty of his hometown and the surrounding nature. Andrei began painting while studying at local art schools. His first mentors noted the extraordinary talent and diligence of the young artist.
After graduating from school he graduated from the Crimean Art School named after N. Samokish, then continued his studies at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kiev, where his mentor was Mykola Andreevich Storozhenko.
This time was an important formative period for him as an artist, and his work began to be included in local exhibitions.
Creative path and style
Chebotaru works in different genres of painting, but landscapes and still lifes occupy a special place in his work. He favors the use of oil and paste strokes, creating bright and saturated canvases. His style can be characterized as modern impressionism. In Andrei's paintings you can often see the play of light and shadow, which gives his works depth and emotionality, inner feelings and experiences.
Studying in the landscape workshop of V. I. Zabashta and I. Yu. Melnichuk, Andrei changes his palette, his paintings are filled with rich, bright colors and continuous movement.
The artist chose landscape for his art. He paints his favorite Crimea and its picturesque places, views of the south of Ukraine (Odessa region - Vilkovo, Gribovka, Zatoka), cityscapes of Kiev, expanses of the Carpathians, travels a lot and displays landscapes of Montenegro, Croatia, Italy, France, UAE and other countries.
Famous works and periods of creativity
Among Chebotaru's famous paintings are such works as "Morning in Sevastopol" (2005), "Sunset over the Sea" (2008), "Spring Park" (2010) and "Golden Autumn" (2012). These works reflect his mastery in conveying natural beauty and atmospheric phenomena. Also worth noting is a series of still lifes executed in 2015-2017, where the artist demonstrates a virtuoso mastery of color and composition.
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Graduated from Inkerman Art School and Crimean Art School named after N. Samokish. He also studied at the landscape workshop of the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture. Since 2007 studied at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture (Kiev).
Participated in various plein airs, exhibitions (Ukrainian and international), also had solo exhibitions, in particular in Ukraine (Kiev, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kirovograd, Simferopol, Dnepropetrovsk, Sevastopol, Zhitomir, Odessa, Lviv, Zakarpattya), France, UAE, China, Montenegro, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Croatia, etc.
Currently, the artist's works are kept in museums and private collections in Ukraine, Europe, USA and Asia.
Exhibitions and recognition
Andrei Chebotaru actively participates in exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad. His works have been exhibited in such cities as Kiev, Lviv, Odessa, as well as in international galleries in Poland, Germany, France and Italy. A 2010 exhibition in Kiev dedicated to Ukrainian landscape brought him wide recognition and many positive reviews from critics. In 2012 he was honored with the Golden Palette Award for achievements in the visual arts. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine. Participant and organizer of numerous plein airs around the world.
Interesting facts
1. Andrey often holds master classes for young artists, sharing his experience and techniques.
2. In 2011 Andrei Chebotaru joins the National Union of Artists of Ukraine.
3. Chebotaru actively maintains pages in social networks, where he publishes the process of creating his works and interacts with fans.
4- He often works in plein air, creating paintings directly in nature to catch a moment and transfer it to canvas.
Life and inspiration
Living in Kiev, he continues to create new works of art, traveling around the country and drawing inspiration from nature and architecture. In his works he wants to convey the beauty of Ukrainian nature and the depth of human emotions.
Legacy and impact
Andrei Chebotaru's works are in private collections and museums both in Ukraine and abroad. His work is highly appreciated for its sincerity, skill and ability to convey the beauty of the world around him. Chebotaru continues to develop as an artist, staying true to his artistic principles and striving for perfection.
Andrei Chebotaru is an outstanding representative of Ukrainian art, who has made his unique contribution to the cultural heritage of the country. Andrei Chebotaru's work inspires and delights, continuing to inspire audiences and critics around the world. Chebotaru remains an important figure in contemporary Ukrainian art, making a significant contribution to Ukraine's cultural heritage.
