The treetops are gently warmed by the sun's rays, snow patches are still visible here and there, and the lake's surface, holding its breath, reflects the blue of the sky… Nature itself breathes with unusual freshness and purity. All the works impress viewers with their subtle colour palette and artistic professionalism. The author of the works is Anatol Chulkov.

The artist's name is well known to many art enthusiasts. Viewers have repeatedly had the opportunity to see Anatol Nikolaevich's works during his numerous exhibitions at the District House of Crafts and during city festivals. His works can be seen at the regional exhibition "Colours of Lepel Region," and visitors became acquainted with them at the exhibition held as part of the international arts festival "Slavianski Bazaar," and during the celebrations of the cities of Polotsk and Novopolotsk. Anatol Nikolaevich is a member of the folk club of masters and amateur artists "Skarbonka" and, together with his colleagues, participates in plein air painting sessions amidst nature, where new works are born.

The artist was born in Lepel Region.

He graduated from the Art and Graphics Faculty of Vitebsk State University named after P. Masherov. The beautiful picturesque landscapes that surround the artist on all sides inspire him and give him new ideas. Over the years of his creative activity, Anatol Nikolaevich has painted dozens of unique paintings. The artist prefers landscape in his work. His unique works adorn the solemn ceremony hall of the Civil Registry Office and are held in private collections of art lovers.

The works presented at the exhibition dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the District House of Crafts vividly testify to the bright and unique inner world of Anatol Chulkov. The landscapes, which depict the beauty of nature in different seasons, cannot leave visitors indifferent. Visit the exhibition – and let the beauty of the soul of an outstanding artist be revealed to you!

Sviatlana Silvanovich, author's photo

In the photo: Director of the District House of Crafts Alena Borodzeyka next to an exhibit by Anatol Chulkov