Anatoliy Menkiv

Joined Artfinder: May 2020

Artworks for sale: 187

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Ukraine

About Anatoliy Menkiv

 
 
  • Biography
    Anatoliy Menkiv is a Ukrainian artist whose works in the style of abstract expressionism are inspired by travels, life experiences, and social initiatives. His art is an elegant synthesis of creative experimentation, philosophical contemplation, and profound emotions, seamlessly woven with cultural traditions.

    Anatoliy Menkiv’s technique is a dynamic blend of traditional and innovative painting methods. His works are characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes that range from wide, powerful sweeps to more detailed, refined ones. The artist actively uses acrylic and oil paints, but is also unafraid to experiment with fluorescent and metallic hues, which lend his pieces exceptional brightness and visual depth.

    Menkiv masterfully combines different textures and techniques, including aerosol paints, stencils, and the use of unexpected materials like relief surfaces and various substrates. This approach allows him to create a sense of layering, where each element of the composition seamlessly transitions into the next, generating both tension and harmony.

    His works often play with spatial effects, where artistic elements are organically integrated into abstract compositions, offering the viewer opportunities for a wide range of philosophical and emotional interpretations.

    Anatoliy actively uses art as a means of healing. His project "Doctor Heals the Body, Art Heals the Soul" supports wounded soldiers in overcoming trauma through painting, helping them return to life. This deeply humanistic endeavor leaves an imprint on his work, infusing it with warmth and sincerity.

    He is also widely recognized as a co-founder of the COW International Design Festival, which unites creative talents from around the world.

    Anatoliy has participated in more than 50 international exhibitions, with his paintings housed in museums, galleries, and private collections across Europe, Asia, and America. His vibrant life, intertwined with cultural and social initiatives, makes each of his works a unique story capable of inspiring and connecting with profound emotional layers.

    Discover the art of Anatoliy Menkiv on Artfinder – his paintings will resonate with your heart and become an essential part of your collection.
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  • Education

    1992 - 1998

    Ukrainian Academy of Printing

    1986 - 1991

    Dnipropetrovsk State Art College

  • Awards

    2017

    «Lege artis» Honorary Award

    Kiev, Ukraine

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    2017

    Distinction «95 years to the Dnieper Military Hospital» for volunteering work

    Dnipro, Ukraine

    2016

    Medal from mayor of city «Defender of the Fatherland» for volunteering work

    Dnipro, Ukraine

    2014

    Medal «For services to the hometown»

    Dnipro, Ukraine

    2012

    Medal from the Designer’s Union of Ukraine «For the development of design»

    Kiev, Ukraine

    2012

    Design and Design International Award

    Paris, France

    2012

    Letter of Appreciation from mayor of the city of Dnipropetrovsk

    Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine

    2012

    Winner, Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of /Industrial Design Competition

    Kiev, Ukraine

    2011

    Diploma, International Design Olympic of CIS

    Moscow, Russia

    2011

    Design and Design International Award

    Paris, France

    2009

    Gold Medal named after Alexander Rodchenko

    Moscow, Russia

    2008

    The Ukrainian Designers’ Union /Honorable Diploma

    Kiev, Ukraine

    2006

    Modern poster art. Encyclopedia of ecological tendency

    Kharkiv, Ukraine

    2004

    Kiev International Festival of Advertising /Packaging design contest

    Kiev, Ukraine

    2003

    Kiev International Festival of Advertising /Graphic design contest

    Kiev, Ukraine

    2002

    The Second Prize of Governor, Art Exhibition in Art museum

    Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine

    2000

    Letter of Appreciation from The 1st Cheju International Print Art Festival

    Cheju, Korea
  • Upcoming Events

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    Previous events

    Event: «Life Of 13 Doors» Art Project, Solo show

    Dates: 30 Aug 2019 - 22 Sep 2019

    Venue: Museum of the history of Kamianske city, 39 Svobody avenue, Kamianske, Ukraine

    PRESS:
    https://surl.li/qedfdm
    https://surl.li/vvhbft

    Event: «Life Of 13 Doors» Art Project, Solo show

    Dates: 14 Mar 2019 - 14 Apr 2019

    Venue: Dnipro Art Museum, 21 Shevchenka Street, Dnipro, Ukraine

    PRESS:
    https://surl.li/cngawn
    https://surl.li/vqliwx
    https://surl.li/xwexch
    https://surl.li/jipdbh

    Event: «Perception» Solo show

    Dates: 29 Mar 2018 - 25 Apr 2018

    Venue: Museum of the history of Kamianske city, 39 Svobody avenue, Kamianske, Ukraine

    PRESS:
    https://surl.li/uxkayk
    https://surl.li/pcmuzg
    https://surl.li/qrnedl

    Event: «Perception» Solo show

    Dates: 15 Feb 2018 - 11 Mar 2018

    Venue: Dnipro Art Museum, 21 Shevchenka Street, Dnipro, Ukraine

    PRESS:
    https://surl.li/bmwtpf
    https://surl.li/kvzqve
    https://surl.li/goyjic
    https://surl.li/gfhcaq
    https://surl.li/fdswpp
    https://surl.li/nbxwed
    https://surl.li/cxmfxs

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Education

1992 - 1998

Ukrainian Academy of Printing

1986 - 1991

Dnipropetrovsk State Art College


Awards

2017

«Lege artis» Honorary Award

Kiev, Ukraine

Show more awards Hide

2017

Distinction «95 years to the Dnieper Military Hospital» for volunteering work

Dnipro, Ukraine

2016

Medal from mayor of city «Defender of the Fatherland» for volunteering work

Dnipro, Ukraine

2014

Medal «For services to the hometown»

Dnipro, Ukraine

2012

Medal from the Designer’s Union of Ukraine «For the development of design»

Kiev, Ukraine

2012

Design and Design International Award

Paris, France

2012

Letter of Appreciation from mayor of the city of Dnipropetrovsk

Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine

2012

Winner, Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of /Industrial Design Competition

Kiev, Ukraine

2011

Diploma, International Design Olympic of CIS

Moscow, Russia

2011

Design and Design International Award

Paris, France

2009

Gold Medal named after Alexander Rodchenko

Moscow, Russia

2008

The Ukrainian Designers’ Union /Honorable Diploma

Kiev, Ukraine

2006

Modern poster art. Encyclopedia of ecological tendency

Kharkiv, Ukraine

2004

Kiev International Festival of Advertising /Packaging design contest

Kiev, Ukraine

2003

Kiev International Festival of Advertising /Graphic design contest

Kiev, Ukraine

2002

The Second Prize of Governor, Art Exhibition in Art museum

Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine

2000

Letter of Appreciation from The 1st Cheju International Print Art Festival

Cheju, Korea

There are no upcoming events

Show previous events Hide previous events

Previous events

Event: «Life Of 13 Doors» Art Project, Solo show

Dates: 30 Aug 2019 - 22 Sep 2019

Venue: Museum of the history of Kamianske city, 39 Svobody avenue, Kamianske, Ukraine

PRESS:
https://surl.li/qedfdm
https://surl.li/vvhbft

Event: «Life Of 13 Doors» Art Project, Solo show

Dates: 14 Mar 2019 - 14 Apr 2019

Venue: Dnipro Art Museum, 21 Shevchenka Street, Dnipro, Ukraine

PRESS:
https://surl.li/cngawn
https://surl.li/vqliwx
https://surl.li/xwexch
https://surl.li/jipdbh

Event: «Perception» Solo show

Dates: 29 Mar 2018 - 25 Apr 2018

Venue: Museum of the history of Kamianske city, 39 Svobody avenue, Kamianske, Ukraine

PRESS:
https://surl.li/uxkayk
https://surl.li/pcmuzg
https://surl.li/qrnedl

Event: «Perception» Solo show

Dates: 15 Feb 2018 - 11 Mar 2018

Venue: Dnipro Art Museum, 21 Shevchenka Street, Dnipro, Ukraine

PRESS:
https://surl.li/bmwtpf
https://surl.li/kvzqve
https://surl.li/goyjic
https://surl.li/gfhcaq
https://surl.li/fdswpp
https://surl.li/nbxwed
https://surl.li/cxmfxs


 

Biography

Anatoliy Menkiv is a Ukrainian artist whose works in the style of abstract expressionism are inspired by travels, life experiences, and social initiatives. His art is an elegant synthesis of creative experimentation, philosophical contemplation, and profound emotions, seamlessly woven with cultural traditions.

Anatoliy Menkiv’s technique is a dynamic blend of traditional and innovative painting methods. His works are characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes that range from wide, powerful sweeps to more detailed, refined ones. The artist actively uses acrylic and oil paints, but is also unafraid to experiment with fluorescent and metallic hues, which lend his pieces exceptional brightness and visual depth.

Menkiv masterfully combines different textures and techniques, including aerosol paints, stencils, and the use of unexpected materials like relief surfaces and various substrates. This approach allows him to create a sense of layering, where each element of the composition seamlessly transitions into the next, generating both tension and harmony.

His works often play with spatial effects, where artistic elements are organically integrated into abstract compositions, offering the viewer opportunities for a wide range of philosophical and emotional interpretations.

Anatoliy actively uses art as a means of healing. His project "Doctor Heals the Body, Art Heals the Soul" supports wounded soldiers in overcoming trauma through painting, helping them return to life. This deeply humanistic endeavor leaves an imprint on his work, infusing it with warmth and sincerity.

He is also widely recognized as a co-founder of the COW International Design Festival, which unites creative talents from around the world.

Anatoliy has participated in more than 50 international exhibitions, with his paintings housed in museums, galleries, and private collections across Europe, Asia, and America. His vibrant life, intertwined with cultural and social initiatives, makes each of his works a unique story capable of inspiring and connecting with profound emotional layers.

Discover the art of Anatoliy Menkiv on Artfinder – his paintings will resonate with your heart and become an essential part of your collection.