About
Maria Akopova is a visionary artist who seamlessly blends various mediums to create captivating works that push the boundaries of creative expression. With a diverse background spanning graphic design, illustrations, 3D art, and artistic production, she has honed a unique ability to breathe life into her artistic visions. Akopova's journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation, a deep appreciation for storytelling, and a commitment to exploring uncharted artistic territories.
Education
2007-2013: Moscow Art and Industry Institute (MHPI)
Degree in Graphic Design
2014: MEDIASCHOOL OF ID "Arguments and Facts"
Courses in Comics and Illustrations
2016-2017: Training Center "Specialist" at MSTU named after N.E. Bauman
Autodesk 3ds Max course
2021-2023: Moscow School of Contemporary Art (MSCA). Artist and specialist in art management and gallery management. Artistic Production Program
Exhibitions
Golden Time Talent. Season 60
Golden Time Talent Art Gallery, London, UK, 2024
The Reno Tahoe International Art Show
Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Reno, NV, US, September 12 - September 15 - 2024
The Boomer Art Prize. Third Edition.
Online Exhibition, Boomer Gallery, London, UK, 2024
Happily Ever After. Rethinking of a Fairytale
Online Exhibition, August, 2024 – March 2025
Awards
The Boomer Art Prize, 2024 (Winner)
Golden Time Talent, 2024 (2nd place)
Works
Artistic Installations
2023: "Piece of Wall with a Door" - An art installation in a field, inspired by artistic storytelling.
2023: "The Radiant Sun" - A large-scale art installation in the form of the sun, exploring themes of light and energy.
Literary Adaptations
2023: "Père Goriot Reimagined" series - 10 works inspired by Balzac's novel, featuring sketches and artistic explorations.
2022: "Nevsky Prospekt Visions" series - 10 works based on Gogol's iconic play, capturing the essence through art.
2023: Mascara - Development of graphic images for projection on faces and bodies.
2023: Ballet Mascara Shoot - Created a podium for the ballerina and backdrop caustics.
2023: Powder - A series of paintings, the powder .
2023: Teaser Shoot
2023: "The Pear" Art
Literary Adaptation
2022: "Dark Forest" - 8 digital art sketches adapting Liu Tsyping's novel.
2022: "The Reader" - An artistic reproduction of a literary excerpt.
2022: "Warhol's Apartment" - A layout inspired by Warhol's iconic living space.
2022: Story artist for art projects.
NFT Collaboration
2022: Kabanetto NFT team - Drawings for their art project.
2021: "The Stolen Sun" - 6 sketches for an adaptation of Chukovsky's fairy tale.
2021: Jan Vermeer Reproductions - Won a art competition.
2021: "Mank" Poster Creation
2021: "How Zakhar's Friends Got Married" art installation
Professional Experience
2019-2020: Props Artist, "Ivanko" Art Exhibition
2019: Props Artist, Art Campaign
2019: Props Artist, "Menu" Art Installation
2018-2019: Props Artist, "Awakening" Art Installation
2018: Props Designer, "Correction and Punishment" Art Pilot
2017: Production Designer, Rémy Martin Art
2016-2018: Props Designer, "Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 2" Art Exhibit
2016: Production Designer, "Be My Producer" Art
2016: Production Designer, Art Catalog Photoshoots
2015-2016: Production Designer, Various Art/Installations
2014: Assistant Props Director, "Betrayal" Art Exhibition
2013: Props Artist, "Cool School" Art Installation
Additional Experience
2015: Modeling for Art Publications
2015: Art Performances, Private Events, Media Art Cards