Midnight Reverie at aRt Cottage
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Midnight Reverie at aRt Cottage

A vibrant departure from my usual watercolors, this set of layered mixed-media paintings is finally making its public debut at Concord’s charming aRt Cottage. Opening this weekend!

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Reflections at Visit Concord
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Reflections at Visit Concord

Reflecting on vibrant summer days and water that mirrors the world as it is. Notes from dropping off my latest piece at Visit Concord—plus reception details and dates.

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Bay Area Artist Showcase at Studio 11 in Union City
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Bay Area Artist Showcase at Studio 11 in Union City

Three of my original watercolor landscapes will be featured at the Bay Area Artist Showcase at Studio 11 in Union City! The opening celebration happens on Saturday, August 29th, with original art, live music, and local food.

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Yesterday Once More, Scenes from the Past
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Yesterday Once More, Scenes from the Past

A new group exhibition exploring nostalgia and personal history is coming to Pleasanton! I’m excited to present three of my artworks inspired by childhood memories at the Firehouse Arts Center.

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CWA August Interlude Show in Lafayette
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

CWA August Interlude Show in Lafayette

Looking for a quiet moment this August? The California Watercolor Association’s new show, "August Interlude," opens tomorrow in Lafayette. Stop by AARD Den & Gallery to catch the peaceful spirit of late summer in watercolors — including a piece of my own!

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Artist Reception at Firehouse Arts Center
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Artist Reception at Firehouse Arts Center

All modesty aside — yesterday’s artist reception at the Firehouse Arts Center was an absolute blast! 🎉 From welcoming friends and neighbors from across the Bay Area to celebrating three painting sales with ice cream, it was a day to remember.

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Story Number Three: A Touch of Wonder
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Story Number Three: A Touch of Wonder

A glowing neighborhood tradition, a child awed by giant holiday ornaments, and a touch of winter magic. Here is the story behind "A Touch of Wonder," the third painting in my Childhood Memories series.

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Fresh From The Easel: Summer Ride
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Fresh From The Easel: Summer Ride

Sun-drenched days, sweet grapes, and the gentle hum of summer evenings. Here is a look at my fresh-off-the-easel watercolor painting, captured with my new favorite professional palette.

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More experimenting: Lemons of the Amalfi Coast
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

More experimenting: Lemons of the Amalfi Coast

My last weekend was very productive: two studio sessions and one plein air sketching. Believe me, this is a lot for a working mom of a 6-year-old. My art tends to take a sinusoidal path…

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An Hour Early & A Latte Later
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

An Hour Early & A Latte Later

Today I realized that it was not a lack of self-discipline but, in fact, a brilliant idea to leave my bag with sketching supplies lying around in my car!

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Chasing Waves in Soft Pastels
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Chasing Waves in Soft Pastels

My art journey has never been consistent or monotonous — it’s a never-ending search and exploration. I seize every chance to try a new technique or medium, whether it’s a multilayered collage, Japanese calligraphy, or soft pastels. Should I have focused on honing one specific style instead? Probably!

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Welcome to my new website
Marina Omelianenko Marina Omelianenko

Welcome to my new website

Hi everyone, and welcome! I am incredibly excited to finally open the virtual doors to my brand-new website and blog.

For a long time, I’ve been hosting my daily work on different public platforms and social media. But I felt it was time to build a dedicated, quiet space that reflects where I am today as an artist.

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