Odessa is a small, quaint city located on the northwestern shore of the Black Sea. Famous for its diverse culture, superb architecture, and, most of all, ingenuity of its inhabitants, the
city has long been considered the art capital of the former Soviet Union.

It was in the middle of 1980’s, when Anya (Russian diminutive for Anna), like many young Odessans enthralled by the city’s artistic vibe, decided to follow the footsteps of Pushkin and Akhmatova, Kandinsky and Aivazovsky. It had not been until several years later, however, when Anya’s extraordinary talents were discovered by her family and she was accepted into the renowned Grekov Art School. Subsequently, under the close guidance of Anya’s mentor and long time family friend Nina Fedorova, Anya was able to fully realize herself as an
artist.

As much as Odessa can be credited with Anya’s admiration for Art, it was her family’s support and encouragement that made the young artist’s dreams come true. Constant family adventures to various remote parts of Russia had profoundly affected Anya, and are still depicted in many of her recent works. And what could be more inspirational than long walks with the best friend and most ardent critic Nord!!

In 1997 Anya moved to London, Ontario where her talents were widely recognized and work shown in numerous exhibitions and art shows throughout the country.

Anya currently resides in beautiful Vancouver, where she combines her life long passion for art and nature by serving as an adventure guide.

If you have any questions about Anya’s work, please feel free to write her at: anya@annaganina.com