Delnara El

Joined Artfinder: Jan. 2021

Artworks for sale: 775

(29)

Turkey

About Delnara El

 
 
  • Biography
    My name is Natalia (Delnara is my creative pseudonym). I'm from Ukraine. I'm a full-time artist, my passion is painting and travel. For seven years I traveled to different countries of Europe and Asia continuously, lived and painted for a long time in different cities. During this time, I have created over 2400 works in 38 travelbooks, as well as many paintings that are in private collections in USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Spain, Nepal, Oman, Australia, and other countries. For the last 3 years (starting from March 2020), I have been living in Turkey. I am inspired by nature and tropical themes. I have lived for several years in different countries of Southeast Asia and now tropical themes are a part of me. Bright colors, sun, picturesque plants - what I like to paint and what I think looks harmonious in the interior. 

    Right now I’m reevaluating my artistic practices and all those experiences and impressions I got while travelling. I’m working on a new series, using the polysemy of the concept of “migration”, while trying to find new facets of the multicultural and multiethnic society.

    I use a dynamic worldview, rejection of a settled way of life and migration as tools to re-actualise my “mental map”, as a way to see more clearly and get rid of automatic perception. Being a nomad used as a cognitive tool in the artistic field allows space for miracles and manifestations of life itself.


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  • Education

    2003 - 2008

    Kiev National University of Civil Engineering and Architecture

  • Awards

    2024

    The 38th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition

    https://nyartcompetitions.com/cifac/

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    2024

    The 38th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition

    https://nyartcompetitions.com/cifac/

    2023

    2th International Watercolor Biennale - IWS South Korea 2023

    Delnara won Bronze Art Award

    2022

    Cosimo Emerging Art Prize

    https://www.cosimo.art/

    2021

    Bronze Award "Shades of green"

    "Shades of green", Camelback Gallery
    International Online Juried Painting & Photography Competition
    https://www.camelbackgallery.com/shadesofgreen2021exhibition

    2021

    AMERICAN ART AWARDS

    WINNER IN THE 2021 AMERICAN ART AWARDS.
    Category 16. FLORAL – NOT REALISTIC
    "Banana Flower" 38x58cm Watercolor on paper.
    https://www.americanartawards.com/the-best-artists-in-the-world-2/2021-winning-artists/

    2021

    HONORABLE MENTION AWARD

    Art Show International’s COLOR competition.
    https://www.artshowinternational.com/winners-2021-color-1
  • Upcoming Events

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    Previous events

    Event: Invisible gardens

    Dates: 10 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

    Venue: Taras Shevchenko Museum, Kyiv, Ukraine

    This project delves into profound themes of resilience and renewal, focusing on two key aspects: the vulnerability of Ukraine’s endangered plants, affected by the war, and the inner strength symbolized by "invisible gardens" that reside within each of us. These gardens are spaces of balance and safety, where anxious thoughts gradually transform into calm reflection. A garden is a point of "grounding," where one can return to oneself, to nature, and to what provides us support. In today’s world, especially in Ukraine, it is particularly important to find this personal space of peace and comfort.
    The exhibition is divided into six thematic sections: "Invisible", "Invented", "Internal", "Timeless", "Endangered", and "Gardens". Each section reveals different aspects of harmony between humans and nature, highlighting the garden as a place of restoration, refuge, and equilibrium. Here, one can experience a sense of calm, as if closing your eyes and imagining the rustle of leaves, the scent

    Event: Timeless

    Dates: 10 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

    Venue: Taras Shevchenko Museum, Kyiv, Ukraine

    The exhibition "Timeless" traces the eternal cycle of nature, where the leather element - from the growths to the anti-tank hedgehogs that became part of the landscape of the war - symbolizes the constant struggle between ruins and renewals. The central theme of the exhibition is the revival of the hour as an innocent flow, where nature, in the face of ruin, will again find strength for revival.

    Event: 2024 CIFAC Exhibition

    Dates: 21 Aug 2024 - 28 Aug 2024

    Venue: Agora Gallery, Chelsea, New York (USA)

    New York Art Competitions presents the following images from the selected artists of the 38th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. Note that the images shown below are representative of the selected artists’ works, and do not necessarily reflect the final artwork which will be shown in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition.

    Event: The Circle

    Dates: 21 Aug 2024 - 8 Sep 2024

    Venue: Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA museum), Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea

    The circle is one of the most common artistic elements found in a variety of symbols and forms from ancient to contemporary art. The circle is a geometric shape found in nature that gives visual stability, expresses values such as circulation, wholeness, perfection, life, and eternity, and at the same time is in contact with the sublime and ritual aspects. The international exhibition “Circle” introduces contemporary photography, painting, video and interactive art, sculpture and installation works under the themes of circle, circular form, circulation, repetition, ritual, and whole.

    Event: Surreal Exhibition

    Dates: 3 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

    Venue: The Glasgow gallery of photography, Glasgow, Scotland, UK

    Surreal Exhibition at The Glasgow gallery of photography

    Event: Digital Art, Assemblage, Paper Collage

    Dates: 20 Jun 2024 - 13 Jul 2024

    Venue: LIMNER GALLERY, Hudson, NY USA

    SlowArt Productions presents the group exhibition, Digital Art, Assemblage and Collage III. This exhibition will focus on the various forms of digital art, assemblage and collage. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery from June 19 - July 12, 2025. All digital and collage art forms including digital photography, digital collage, hand cut paper collage, combinations thereof and assemblages will be reviewed and considered.

    Event: Imaginarium Exhibition

    Dates: 25 May 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

    Venue: Artly Mix, Sao Paulo, Brazil

    The Imaginarium Exhibition celebrates the power of imagination and artistic expression.

    Showcasing 27 artists from 16 countries, it stands as a testament to boundless creativity.

    It is a vibrant mosaic of colours, shapes, and concepts, where art becomes a gateway to new dimensions. Each piece serves as a portal to a different world, encouraging visitors to see beyond the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary.

    Event: Metamorphosis: Exploring Transformation Through Art

    Dates: 1 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

    Venue: CISTA ARTS, London

    Welcome to “Metamorphosis: Exploring Transformation Through Art,” an immersive journey into the profound and multifaceted realm of change and evolution. In this exhibition, artists are invited to unravel the intricate layers of transformation within their work, delving deep into the myriad facets of change - be it personal, societal, or metaphysical. Through their chosen medium, creators are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly, exploring themes of growth, rebirth, adaptation, and renewal. From unraveling the symbolism of metamorphosing creatures to capturing the emotional odyssey of inner transformation, “Metamorphosis” offers a platform for artists to delve into the profound and universal experiences of change. Embrace the theme and unveil the beauty and complexity of metamorphosis through your artistic expression. Join us as we explore the boundless possibilities of transformation through the lens of art.

    Event: Membranes

    Dates: 18 Apr 2024 - 20 Apr 2024

    Venue: The eARTh Gallery, London, UK

    Step into a captivating realm where the digital and the subconscious converge in "Membranes" (18-20 April, 2024) serves as a metaphorical exploration of the porous boundaries between the digital and physical worlds, inspired by the seminal work of renowned author Chi Ta-wei in his book "The Membranes”. This theme invites artists to delve into the intricate interplay between technology, humanity, and the environment, reflecting on the permeable barriers that define our digital existence.
    Join us as our gallery space transforms into a dreamscape where reality and imagination intertwine. From interactive installations to evocative generative art, each piece challenges perceptions and invites contemplation on the evolving relationship between humanity and technology. Experience the fusion of analogue nostalgia and digital innovation as you engage with artworks that blur the boundaries between the tangible and the virtual.

    Event: WOMEN IN ART

    Dates: 6 Mar 2024 - 30 Mar 2024

    Venue: Las Laguna Art Gallery, Laguna Beach, California

    Las Laguna Art Gallery celebrates the International Women's Month with our upcoming Women in Art exhibition.

    Event: Watercolor with love

    Dates: 23 Aug 2021 - 6 Sep 2021

    Venue: Exhibition Center Saint-Petersburg Union of Artist, Bolshaya Morskaya st., 38, St. Petersburg, Russia

    International Watercolor Festival IWS Russia - 2021 "Watercolor with Love"

    Organiser: IWS RUSSIA

    My work passed competitive selection and participated in an international exhibition

    Event: COLOR - International Juried Art Competition

    Dates: 16 Jun 2021 - 15 Jul 2021

    Venue: Art Show International, https://www.artshowinternational.com

    I has won the HONORABLE MENTION AWARD in Art Show International’s COLOR competition.

    Event: International watercolor exhibition Japan 2021

    Dates: 29 Apr 2021 - 2 May 2021

    Venue: International watercolor exhibition Japan 2021, Niigata city Museum, Niigata, Japan

    JIWI
    My painting passed this exhibition in Japan
    https://iwf.iacn.jp/%e7%ac%ac21%e5%9b%9e%e5%9b%bd%e9%9a%9b%e6%b0%b4%e5%bd%a9%e7%94%bb%e4%ba%a4%e6%b5 %81%e5%b1%95-international-watercolor-exhibition-japan-2021/

    Event: ALL Planet Earth Art

    Dates: 21 Apr 2021 - 18 May 2021

    Venue: Contemporary Art Gallery Online, USA

    2021 ALL Planet Earth Theme
    Contemporary Art Gallery Online

    https://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-KNDVw7/

    The power of nature is such that it’s what all art strives to be. The more we can get in tune with the harmony of the planet, the more our art can benefit from that relationship. ~Rick Rubin

    Event: WHAT IS ART

    Dates: 16 Apr 2021 - 22 Apr 2021

    Venue: Boomer Gallery, London

    My work "octopus" was selected for the group exhibition "what is art" at Boomer Gallery in London.

    Over sixty talented artists from all over the world are participating in this major group show and their works are truly amazing and captivating.

    Event: Shades of Green 2021 Online Group Award Exhibition

    Dates: 18 Mar 2021 - 25 Mar 2021

    Venue: Camelback gallery, USA

    My work "Banana flower" won a bronze award
    www.camelbackgallery.com
    Shades of green 2021
    International Online Juried Painting & Photography Competition

Links


Education

2003 - 2008

Kiev National University of Civil Engineering and Architecture


Awards

2024

The Meta Morph Award 2024

Delnara is Global South Winner

Show more awards Hide

2024

The 38th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition

https://nyartcompetitions.com/cifac/

2023

2th International Watercolor Biennale - IWS South Korea 2023

Delnara won Bronze Art Award

2022

Cosimo Emerging Art Prize

https://www.cosimo.art/

2021

Bronze Award "Shades of green"

"Shades of green", Camelback Gallery
International Online Juried Painting & Photography Competition
https://www.camelbackgallery.com/shadesofgreen2021exhibition

2021

AMERICAN ART AWARDS

WINNER IN THE 2021 AMERICAN ART AWARDS.
Category 16. FLORAL – NOT REALISTIC
"Banana Flower" 38x58cm Watercolor on paper.
https://www.americanartawards.com/the-best-artists-in-the-world-2/2021-winning-artists/

2021

HONORABLE MENTION AWARD

Art Show International’s COLOR competition.
https://www.artshowinternational.com/winners-2021-color-1

There are no upcoming events

Show previous events Hide previous events

Previous events

Event: Invisible gardens

Dates: 10 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Venue: Taras Shevchenko Museum, Kyiv, Ukraine

This project delves into profound themes of resilience and renewal, focusing on two key aspects: the vulnerability of Ukraine’s endangered plants, affected by the war, and the inner strength symbolized by "invisible gardens" that reside within each of us. These gardens are spaces of balance and safety, where anxious thoughts gradually transform into calm reflection. A garden is a point of "grounding," where one can return to oneself, to nature, and to what provides us support. In today’s world, especially in Ukraine, it is particularly important to find this personal space of peace and comfort.
The exhibition is divided into six thematic sections: "Invisible", "Invented", "Internal", "Timeless", "Endangered", and "Gardens". Each section reveals different aspects of harmony between humans and nature, highlighting the garden as a place of restoration, refuge, and equilibrium. Here, one can experience a sense of calm, as if closing your eyes and imagining the rustle of leaves, the scent

Event: Timeless

Dates: 10 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Venue: Taras Shevchenko Museum, Kyiv, Ukraine

The exhibition "Timeless" traces the eternal cycle of nature, where the leather element - from the growths to the anti-tank hedgehogs that became part of the landscape of the war - symbolizes the constant struggle between ruins and renewals. The central theme of the exhibition is the revival of the hour as an innocent flow, where nature, in the face of ruin, will again find strength for revival.

Event: 2024 CIFAC Exhibition

Dates: 21 Aug 2024 - 28 Aug 2024

Venue: Agora Gallery, Chelsea, New York (USA)

New York Art Competitions presents the following images from the selected artists of the 38th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. Note that the images shown below are representative of the selected artists’ works, and do not necessarily reflect the final artwork which will be shown in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition.

Event: The Circle

Dates: 21 Aug 2024 - 8 Sep 2024

Venue: Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA museum), Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea

The circle is one of the most common artistic elements found in a variety of symbols and forms from ancient to contemporary art. The circle is a geometric shape found in nature that gives visual stability, expresses values such as circulation, wholeness, perfection, life, and eternity, and at the same time is in contact with the sublime and ritual aspects. The international exhibition “Circle” introduces contemporary photography, painting, video and interactive art, sculpture and installation works under the themes of circle, circular form, circulation, repetition, ritual, and whole.

Event: Surreal Exhibition

Dates: 3 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

Venue: The Glasgow gallery of photography, Glasgow, Scotland, UK

Surreal Exhibition at The Glasgow gallery of photography

Event: Digital Art, Assemblage, Paper Collage

Dates: 20 Jun 2024 - 13 Jul 2024

Venue: LIMNER GALLERY, Hudson, NY USA

SlowArt Productions presents the group exhibition, Digital Art, Assemblage and Collage III. This exhibition will focus on the various forms of digital art, assemblage and collage. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery from June 19 - July 12, 2025. All digital and collage art forms including digital photography, digital collage, hand cut paper collage, combinations thereof and assemblages will be reviewed and considered.

Event: Imaginarium Exhibition

Dates: 25 May 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

Venue: Artly Mix, Sao Paulo, Brazil

The Imaginarium Exhibition celebrates the power of imagination and artistic expression.

Showcasing 27 artists from 16 countries, it stands as a testament to boundless creativity.

It is a vibrant mosaic of colours, shapes, and concepts, where art becomes a gateway to new dimensions. Each piece serves as a portal to a different world, encouraging visitors to see beyond the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary.

Event: Metamorphosis: Exploring Transformation Through Art

Dates: 1 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

Venue: CISTA ARTS, London

Welcome to “Metamorphosis: Exploring Transformation Through Art,” an immersive journey into the profound and multifaceted realm of change and evolution. In this exhibition, artists are invited to unravel the intricate layers of transformation within their work, delving deep into the myriad facets of change - be it personal, societal, or metaphysical. Through their chosen medium, creators are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly, exploring themes of growth, rebirth, adaptation, and renewal. From unraveling the symbolism of metamorphosing creatures to capturing the emotional odyssey of inner transformation, “Metamorphosis” offers a platform for artists to delve into the profound and universal experiences of change. Embrace the theme and unveil the beauty and complexity of metamorphosis through your artistic expression. Join us as we explore the boundless possibilities of transformation through the lens of art.

Event: Membranes

Dates: 18 Apr 2024 - 20 Apr 2024

Venue: The eARTh Gallery, London, UK

Step into a captivating realm where the digital and the subconscious converge in "Membranes" (18-20 April, 2024) serves as a metaphorical exploration of the porous boundaries between the digital and physical worlds, inspired by the seminal work of renowned author Chi Ta-wei in his book "The Membranes”. This theme invites artists to delve into the intricate interplay between technology, humanity, and the environment, reflecting on the permeable barriers that define our digital existence.
Join us as our gallery space transforms into a dreamscape where reality and imagination intertwine. From interactive installations to evocative generative art, each piece challenges perceptions and invites contemplation on the evolving relationship between humanity and technology. Experience the fusion of analogue nostalgia and digital innovation as you engage with artworks that blur the boundaries between the tangible and the virtual.

Event: WOMEN IN ART

Dates: 6 Mar 2024 - 30 Mar 2024

Venue: Las Laguna Art Gallery, Laguna Beach, California

Las Laguna Art Gallery celebrates the International Women's Month with our upcoming Women in Art exhibition.

Event: Watercolor with love

Dates: 23 Aug 2021 - 6 Sep 2021

Venue: Exhibition Center Saint-Petersburg Union of Artist, Bolshaya Morskaya st., 38, St. Petersburg, Russia

International Watercolor Festival IWS Russia - 2021 "Watercolor with Love"

Organiser: IWS RUSSIA

My work passed competitive selection and participated in an international exhibition

Event: COLOR - International Juried Art Competition

Dates: 16 Jun 2021 - 15 Jul 2021

Venue: Art Show International, https://www.artshowinternational.com

I has won the HONORABLE MENTION AWARD in Art Show International’s COLOR competition.

Event: International watercolor exhibition Japan 2021

Dates: 29 Apr 2021 - 2 May 2021

Venue: International watercolor exhibition Japan 2021, Niigata city Museum, Niigata, Japan

JIWI
My painting passed this exhibition in Japan
https://iwf.iacn.jp/%e7%ac%ac21%e5%9b%9e%e5%9b%bd%e9%9a%9b%e6%b0%b4%e5%bd%a9%e7%94%bb%e4%ba%a4%e6%b5 %81%e5%b1%95-international-watercolor-exhibition-japan-2021/

Event: ALL Planet Earth Art

Dates: 21 Apr 2021 - 18 May 2021

Venue: Contemporary Art Gallery Online, USA

2021 ALL Planet Earth Theme
Contemporary Art Gallery Online

https://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-KNDVw7/

The power of nature is such that it’s what all art strives to be. The more we can get in tune with the harmony of the planet, the more our art can benefit from that relationship. ~Rick Rubin

Event: WHAT IS ART

Dates: 16 Apr 2021 - 22 Apr 2021

Venue: Boomer Gallery, London

My work "octopus" was selected for the group exhibition "what is art" at Boomer Gallery in London.

Over sixty talented artists from all over the world are participating in this major group show and their works are truly amazing and captivating.

Event: Shades of Green 2021 Online Group Award Exhibition

Dates: 18 Mar 2021 - 25 Mar 2021

Venue: Camelback gallery, USA

My work "Banana flower" won a bronze award
www.camelbackgallery.com
Shades of green 2021
International Online Juried Painting & Photography Competition


 

Biography

My name is Natalia (Delnara is my creative pseudonym). I'm from Ukraine. I'm a full-time artist, my passion is painting and travel. For seven years I traveled to different countries of Europe and Asia continuously, lived and painted for a long time in different cities. During this time, I have created over 2400 works in 38 travelbooks, as well as many paintings that are in private collections in USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Spain, Nepal, Oman, Australia, and other countries. For the last 3 years (starting from March 2020), I have been living in Turkey. I am inspired by nature and tropical themes. I have lived for several years in different countries of Southeast Asia and now tropical themes are a part of me. Bright colors, sun, picturesque plants - what I like to paint and what I think looks harmonious in the interior. 

Right now I’m reevaluating my artistic practices and all those experiences and impressions I got while travelling. I’m working on a new series, using the polysemy of the concept of “migration”, while trying to find new facets of the multicultural and multiethnic society.

I use a dynamic worldview, rejection of a settled way of life and migration as tools to re-actualise my “mental map”, as a way to see more clearly and get rid of automatic perception. Being a nomad used as a cognitive tool in the artistic field allows space for miracles and manifestations of life itself.