BIOGRAPHY
Born in 1969 in Tunisia, Stephan Chinikov grew up in the city of Sofia (Bulgaria), where he showed off his talent for painting from a very early age. He studied at the College of Fine Arts in Sofia between 1984 and 1988 and graduated from the National Academy of Fine Arts in 1994. He quickly realized that the academic style is not what his heart desires and he distinguishes himself by plunging into much freer and expressive universe.
Thanks to the opportunity to immerse himself in different cultures, CHINIKOV follows in his artworks the rich traditions of European art while developing a personal touch that is easily recognizable with its distinctive shapes and bright colours. His works are the expression of a true Slavic sensuality, determined by the origins of the artist, whose predominant themes are the eternal love and happiness.
"Love is the fibre of life"
says CHINIKOV, whose Slavic soul is fuelled by true emotions and strong feelings that he expresses and translates into his work. His sources of inspiration are The Life, The Woman and The Music.
CHINIKOV has more than 30 individual exhibitions and numerous participations in exhibitions in Europe, North America and Asia. His works are present in prestigious private collections of art lovers from all over the world.
CHINIKOV lives and works in France for many years now.