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Born in Bulgaria in
1965, Darina spent much of her early life undergoing formal artistic
training. Over a period of ten years she studied at the School of Fine
Art and Design, and the Academy of Fine Art, specialising in silk
printing and batik.
A true European, she then embarked on something of a Grand Tour,
visiting England, Germany, Switzerland and Italy, where she made a
thorough study of classical painting techniques and exhibited her work
to receptive audiences.
The combination of a solid technical grounding and a cosmopolitan
lifestyle has allowed Darina to master a wide range of styles and media.
Influenced by the rhythmic lines of Schiele and the vivid palette of
Matisse, her latest compositions are distinctive floral images which
experiment with angles and perspectives to create an energetic
interpretation of the traditional still life. She freely employs a
variety of media including acrylics, watercolours, oils and pastels to
great effect.
As a result of her extensive travels Darina has formed a wide network of
admirers, and is regularly commissioned to paint portraits and murals
for private buyers all over Europe. She has also held
successful exhibitions in Belgium, Canada, Finland, Germany, Italy and
the UK.
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