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About
the artist

Stella Dimitrova is a Bulgarian artist currently residing in Helsinki, Finland. 

Her  artistic style is a captivating blend of Post-Impressionism and Expressionism, drawing heavily on the emotional depth and color experimentation of both movements. Her use of bold, vivid hues and visible, dynamic brushstrokes creates a sense of immediacy and energy in her work, while her subjects—whether human figures or still life—are rendered with a quiet, meditative quality that contrasts with the intensity of her palette.

The influence of artists like Henri Matisse and Amedeo Modigliani is evident in her use of simplified forms and strong, almost fauvist colors, yet Stella pushes her boundaries by infusing her work with a personal emotional narrative.

 

There is an intimacy in her pieces, where figures appear lost in their own worlds, surrounded by vibrant, almost dream-like environments. This juxtaposition of inner calm and external vibrancy is central to her style and is a hallmark of her unique voice as an artist.

Capturing emotion

Stella’s unique artistic voice lies in her ability to evoke deep emotional resonance through a delicate interplay between form, color, and mood. While her technical execution suggests a reverence for classical portraiture and still life, her bold color choices and expressive brushwork point to a more contemporary, introspective approach.

 

Her work feels deeply personal, yet universally relatable—a reflection on human emotion, quiet moments of reflection, and the simple beauty found in everyday life.

Her unique voice comes through in her subtle storytelling. She is not simply painting objects or people; she is painting moments, emotions, and states of being. In her portraits, the quiet gaze of her subjects invites introspection, while her still lifes turn ordinary objects like flowers and fruits into meditative studies on light, shadow, and texture. This ability to capture both the internal and external worlds in her art sets her apart as an artist with a distinctive, contemplative voice.

Through her vibrant use of color and thoughtful compositions, Stella speaks to the viewer on both an emotional and aesthetic level, creating art that resonates deeply, while remaining visually bold and impactful. This blend of introspective content with expressive technique defines her as an artist with a unique and evolving style.

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