Ilana Shechter - Chinese Ink Painting Artist

Hi, I am Ilana Shechter, an artist who creates in Xiěyì 寫意, or spontaneous-style Chinese Brush Painting. I was born in Russia but have lived in Israel since 1999.

I love nature, hold a degree in biology teaching, and am fascinated by the world of flowers and small animals such as birds, butterflies, bees, and various other insects.

I appreciate that in Chinese Ink Painting, it is vital to express symbolism, simplicity, and emotion, wherein the final work is a lot of room left for the viewer`s interpretation.

All of my works were created using authentic Chinese materials and tools, such as Xuan rice paper, black ink, colored mineral pigments, and special brushes.

I'm presently painting in my art studio in Rishon le Zion, Israel.