OLGA KHARCHENKO

Was born and grew up in Kiev. Interest in painting and drawing appeared in preschool years. Further study continued in the Republican Art School  (Kiev) and the State Academy of Slavic Culture (Moscow). 

A lot of time is devoted to watercolors and everything that is associated with it. One of the favorite themes is a Russian winter with beautiful landscapes, with snow and frost. Prefers classical watercolor technique, but sometimes use salt, gouache for different effects.

 Member of the International Watercolor Association, a participant of different international exhibitions and plein airs. Works are in museums and in private collections in Italy, Slovakia, France, Spain, Malta, Switzerland.






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