Valentina Kovalishina, known as Valentinaki, is a Latvian-born artist who has developed a unique style of abstract painting. Born in Riga in 1985, Valentinaki's artistic journey began with watercolor experimentation before she studied pastels under the tutelage of Valeria Shuvalova in Latvia. However, it wasn't until she moved to Italy in 2009 that she discovered her true calling as an artist. There, she learned the art of oil painting under the guidance of the renowned Florentine figurative oil painting artist, Giusy Boncinelli.
Valentinaki's art is a reflection of her unique perspective on the natural world. She is particularly drawn to the oyster shell, which she sees as a symbol of imperfect perfection, and it is the main subject in most of her creations. Her abstract paintings feature easily recognizable natural forms, all of which are inspired by her deep love and respect for the planet's most tangible elements: nature, the sea, and water. Through her art, Valentinaki hopes to raise awareness about the urgent need for sustainable practices and inspire viewers to take action to preserve our planet for future generations. Her artistic style is based on abstractionism, and she is dedicated to maintaining balance and consistency between poetic and aesthetic taste through the observation of matter in all its simplicity