About Artist

Anna Khrustaleva, also known by her stage name Anna Alfanana, emerges as a rising star in the realm of Russian contemporary abstract art. Her journey commenced at the North Vologda Art School, where she honed her skills and passion for artistic expression, culminating in a degree in art.

Continuing her academic pursuits, Anna traversed through the corridors of Saint-Petersburg State University, attaining bachelor’s, master’s, and eventually, a PhD degree, delving deeper into the nuances of her craft. Her quest for knowledge didn’t end there, she further enriched her understanding of the art world by obtaining an EMBA diploma from Kingston University of London.

In the digital realm, Anna’s presence shines bright through her Instagram handle, @anna_khrustaleva, where she shares glimpses of her artistic journey, inviting followers into her world of creativity and contemplation. Moreover, her website, alfananagallery.com, serves as a digital gallery, showcasing her vibrant portfolio to a global audience.

For Anna, art transcends mere aesthetics; it becomes a catalyst for transformation, a beacon illuminating the depths of human experience. She believes that art has the power to reshape perspectives, enrich lives, and forge connections between the self and the sublime. In her view, each encounter with a painting is an intimate dialogue, an exchange of emotions, truths, and revelations.

With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Anna imbues her creations with raw emotion, infusing each brushstroke with the essence of real life. Her art becomes a mirror reflecting the complexities of existence, inviting viewers to confront their innermost selves and embrace the beauty, passion, and truth inherent in their own narratives.

Anna believes, if you look deeply at the paintings, you will feel your mission. You have unlimited possibilities, so you, for sure, can change the world. 

Through her artworks, Anna Alfanana invites us to embrace the authenticity of our own experiences, reminding us that amidst the chaos of life, art serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path to self-discovery and personal transformation.  

Her paintings serve as a harmonious marriage between impressionism’s emotive allure and the boundless freedom of abstract expression, inviting viewers into a realm where time surrenders to the allure of the moment.

Awards

2024, Honorary member of the International Academy of Contemporary Art
2024, Finalist of Fusion Art’s Land, Sea & Sky international competition and online art exhibition
2024, Finalist of Blue Space’s “Passions” international competition and online art exhibition
2024, Finalist of 11th abstract international art competition of Teravarna World’s Leading Contemporary Fine Art Gallery
2024, Finalist of 7th color international juried art competition of Teravarna World’s Leading Contemporary Fine Art Gallery
2023, Winner of international competition “Art Excellence Award”

Exhibitions

2024, “Anima Mundi. ITSLIQUID International Art Fair Venice 2024. Consciousness Exhibition” in Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello, Venice, Italy
2024, “WHO AR(T) YOU” in Emporium Brazil Design, Miami, USA
2024, “WHO AR(T) YOU” in One Martine Gallery, New York, USA
2023, “The ways of life choice” in Anna Alfanana’s gallery, Saint-Petersburg, Russia