Aleksander Titovets

Aleksander Titovets was born and raised in a cabin situated within a Siberian forest in Russia. At the age of ten, his family relocated to St. Petersburg, where he subsequently obtained both his bachelor's and master's degrees from the Leningrad (St. Petersburg) State University College of Fine Art. His classical artistic abilities are indicative of the Russian School of Oil Painting, a style that merges strong, realistic engagement with the gentle, lyrical fluidity characteristic of impressionism. Titovets attributes his early achievements to the guidance of his professor, Leonid Krivitsky, with whom he later collaborated as a faculty member at the College of Fine Arts. He was also distinguished in Russia by being granted membership in the esteemed Union of Artists of the USSR.

By 1996, he received an invitation to exhibit his work at the renowned Artists of America Show in Denver, Colorado. Two years later, he was awarded the Artists Choice Award, a significant accolade conferred by his fellow artists. Titovets has engaged in competitions with the National Academy of Design in New York and the Oil Painters of America. Notably, his portrait of First Lady Laura Bush inaugurated the "First Ladies Gallery" at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. in 2011. His artwork is part of both public and private collections globally, including those owned by actress Sophia Loren and His Majesty Juan Carlos, the King of Spain.

Currently residing in El Paso, Texas, Titovets draws inspiration from the desert Southwest while also reflecting on memories of his homeland and the works of painters such as Titian and Velasquez. He articulates, "Like all artists, I am more comfortable painting what I know.” Titovets prefers to create what he describes as "quiet paintings," stating, "I hate action." He also expresses a reluctance to use bright colors, which he associates with large supermarket sale signs. He believes that "life is so intense and so speedy now; you need time to reflect on who you are and what your purpose is."

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"Chasing the Wind"

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"Chasing the Wind"

$17,300.00

Original Oil Painting

by Aleksander Titovets

Panel size: 36” x 48”

Framed: 43 1/2” x 55 1/2”

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Aleksander Titovets was born and raised in a cabin in a Siberian forest in Russia. When he was ten, his parents moved to St. Petersburg, where he later earned both bachelor's and master's degrees from the Leningrad (St. Petersburg) State University College of Fine Art. His classical art skills reflect the Russian School of Oil Painting, a style that combines a powerful realistic involvement with the soft, lyrical looseness of impressionism. Titovets credits his early success to the teaching of his professor, Leonid Krivitsky, whom he later worked with when he joined the faculty aft the College of Fine Arts. Titovets was also honored in Russia with membership in the prestigious Union of Artists of the USSR.

In 1992, the vibrant landscapes of the Southwest United States beckoned Aleksander and his wife Lyuba. The Titovets brought their distinct artistry to a new audience. They quickly captivated the art community, achieving acclaim at the El Paso International Competition and elevating the event to unprecedented heights. Their teaching roles at the Museum of Art and Community College allowed them to pass on their rich legacy of art education to the next generation.

By 1996, Aleksander was invited to show his work at the prestigious Artists of America Show in Denver, Colorado. Two years later, he won the Artists Choice Award, a prestigious honor bestowed upon an artist by his peers. Titovets has participated in competitions with the National Academy of Design, in New York, and the Oil Painters of America. He won Best of Show in the International Fine Art Competition four years in a row among competitors in his region, and for many years running was selected as a guest artist for Great American Artists and Artists of America. His work is included in public and private collections worldwide, including those of actress Sophia Loren and the King of Spain, His Majesty Juan Carlos. Titovets currently resides in El Paso, Texas. Aleksander's portrait of First Lady, Laura Bush hangs in the Smithsonian Museum’s “First Ladies Gallery” in Washington D.C.