Through the artist lense

Artist Statement:

Being drawn to nature is simply us connecting to our habitat. We are all a part of it, and the disconnect we experience is far from natural.

As a birdwatcher, my purpose with creating art is not to only portray the beauty in the simplicity of birdwatching, but also spread awareness about these fascinating creatures and the natural world. Purchasing artwork from me is a way for you to connect to nature through the lens of someone who finds birds’ history, wisdom and behavior incredibly inspiring.

I choose oil paint as my primary medium, as the natural, vivid pigments bring me closer to my subject matters. It allows me to depict the color, plumage and texture of the birds in a painterly way.

I hope you join me in my quest to notice life around us and to take action with simple steps towards conservation, starting with supporting what matters!

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Biography:

Born and raised in Bulgaria, Maria moved to the United States with her family at age 17. She has since dedicated herself to a career in art, exhibiting her work professionally since she was 19. Maria's deep passion for birdwatching inspires her artwork and advocacy for protecting birds and their habitat. She translates her experiences into vibrant oil paintings that not only capture the beauty of birds but also promote awareness of bird conservation efforts.