Henderson, Elena

Biography

Elena Henderson came to Canada from Moscow ( Russia) in 1996. Since then, she graduated from International Academy of Design and Technology in Toronto with degree in Design. She resides and works as a full-time artist at her studio in Orangeville, Ontario. Now, she is working on her new floral abstract series, using variety of acrylic textured paint and mixed media. Her style is sophisticated and elegant , her colour palette is unique and fresh, her shapes are organic and electrifying.

“I became an artist to translate the surrounding world into my own language. I transform my emotions into art pieces which can say about me more than anything else. The only time I am truly content is when I have a chance to create. My paintings are an emotional manifesto, which emphasize the ultimate visual impact. My uncontrolled imagination is a crucial part of my work and the greatest formation of my visual language. I use my brush as powerful tool of self-expression. I transform simple and refined shapes into dramatic scenery of graceful forms , brilliant colours and texture. This is where they all together become a true reflection of forever changing world.”