Artist statement:
My artwork is a reflection of my exploration of human physicality and the aesthetics of nudity. Utilizing classical academic drawing techniques, I transform traditional drawing and experiment with materials to create new works of art.
Over the years, I have developed my unique technique, which involves layering multiple coats of paint onto the initial drawing, then fragmentarily revealing the image. This approach allows me to change the direction of the narrative during the work process, creating pieces that embody unexpected and inspiring ideas.
I create a space where classical drawing meets abstract environment and transforms into an abstract work of art while maintaining its original essence. I give new meaning to images by transforming them into aesthetically appealing and intriguing works.
My work aims to help my viewers connect with their hidden emotions and inner world, which may be buried deep inside of us. I want to explore the places where truth and reality are hidden, shedding light on them, no matter how difficult and challenging it may be. My artwork is intended to make viewers reflect on their lives and thoughts, opening up new horizons for personal and creative development.
Bio:
Egor Laptarev was born in 1984. In 2004, he completed his education at Abramtsevo Art and Industrial College (Moscow, Russia) and in 2011, he graduated from the Repin Academy of Arts (St.Petersburg,Russia) in the Department of Monumental Painting. In 2021-2022, he underwent training at the School of Contemporary Art "Free Workshops" at the Moscow Museum of Modern Art.
Now he lives on Koh Samui, Thailand.
Egor's artistic style encompasses a variety of mediums including traditional painting, graphics, sculpture, video art, street art, and mosaic. The central theme of his work is the human body depicted
in different contexts.
selected solo exhibitions:
2020 - "Manifested", Astra project gallery (Cube space, Moscow)
2019 - "Dream of the Gods" , Museum of Art of Saint Petersburg
of the XX-XXI centuries. (St. Petersburg, Russia)
2017 - "Point of mind", Molbert gallery (St. Petersburg, Russia)
2016 - "Phantasmagoria", a branch of the Hermitage Museum. (Vyborg, Russia).
2015 - "World of Sad Clowns", art residency "Penza" (Penza, Russia).
2014 - "Essences" at ArtMuza gallery (St. Petersburg, Russia).
collective selected exhibitions:
2022 - "Process C-41», Moscow Museum of Modern Art (Moscow, Russia).
2020 - "NII SREDA: formation of the environment" project by the Moscow Museum (Moscow, Russia).
2018 - "Lingwe Universala", Sevkabel Factory (St. Petersburg, Russia)
2018 - "Overcoming", Central Exhibition Hall "Manezh" (St. Petersburg, Russia)
2018 - "Disciplinary Spaces", Erarta Museum (St. Petersburg, Russia)
2018 - "Against Everyone", VLADEY gallery (Moscow, Russia)
2015 - "STARTinART'15", K35 gallery (Moscow, Russia)
2013 - the 1st International Monumental Art Exhibition (Beijing, China).
2011 - the exhibition of young artists from Russia (Guangzhou/Guilin/Shenzhen, China).
2009 - the exhibition of students of the Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg (San Diego, USA).
participation in fairs and auctions
2021 - Art Russia fair 2021. Contemporary Art Fair (Moscow, Russia).
2021 - «Blazar» fair of young contemporary art
2020 - participation in two charity auctions to support doctors fighting the pandemic.
2019 - "Urban Morphogenesis" street art festival (Moscow, Russia)
2015 - resident of "Penza" art residency (Penza, Russia).
Prizes and awards:
2014 - first place in the contest of illustrations to the novels of Victor Pelevin, established by Eksmo
publishing house. Publication of illustrations in the collected works of V. Pelevin. (Moscow, Russia).
2014 - winner of the competitions "Blurred Image in Art" and "Metaphysical Head"
established by Mikhail Shemyakin Artist Foundation. (St. Petersburg, Russia).
