Artist's Message

Elvira Byrnes, an Australian artist with a profound appreciation for art, beauty, and the magical allure of colors and brush strokes, finds endless inspiration in the quest to capture the inexpressible. Her artistic journey is a mesmerizing exploration of moments in time, where she becomes enraptured by the beauty that surrounds her, creating paintings that echo the silence of creation.

Born and raised in the USSR, Elvira's early exposure to art, music, literature, and ballet from her highly-educated family instilled a deep appreciation for the arts. Her father, a lieutenant-colonel, and her mother, a professor of English, passed down a rich artistic legacy that continues to influence Elvira's creative spirit.
Having spent the second half of her life in Australia, Elvira's diverse career spans corporate IT, acupuncture, and Mind Coaching. Her artistic interests encompass oil, acrylic, watercolor, and ink, drawing inspiration from Chinese and Japanese painting styles, Indian and Tibetan art, as well as global impressionists and realists.

Elvira's artistic journey includes attending prestigious Julian Ashton Art School in Sydney and learning from renowned Australian artists such as Ted Blackall, Stephen Mann, and Josefia Lemon. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including solo exhibitions in Singapore and participation in the Art3f MONACO Art Fair, The Other Art Fair and Ball In Monaco Gala of The Foundation of Prince Albert II in Singapore.

Nature serves as a profound muse for Elvira, who spends time observing and photographing it at different times and seasons. Her flower arrangements for still lives pay homage to past masters, and she's actively preparing for en plein air painting when the time is right.

For Elvira, the core of her art lies in experiencing Joie de Vivre and transcending conceptualisations. Her artistic motto revolves around finding beauty in everything, sharing the joy it brings, and fostering a collective quest for happiness, peace, and love. In her words, art is a pathway to self-discovery, allowing one's mind to project joy, peace, and love that are inherently present.

Woven into the fabric of Elvira Byrnes' biography is a narrative of diverse experiences, a deep connection with nature, and an unwavering commitment to sharing the preciousness and value of beauty with the world.

Elvira Byrnes draws inspiration from a rich artistic legacy passed down by her parents. Her father, a lieutenant-colonel, was not only adept at tank and car mechanics but also a master of the arts. He excelled in drawing, painting, wood sculpture, and gouache poster painting, turning anything into a masterpiece. His artistic prowess extended to various mediums, showcasing a remarkable ability to transform the ordinary into extraordinary works of art.

Elvira's father was a true craftsman, seamlessly blending technical expertise with artistic finesse. His multifaceted talents left an indelible mark, and Elvira proudly takes after him, inheriting both his artistic flair and mechanical proficiency. Much like her father, she navigates the realms of painting with a keen eye for detail and an innate ability to breathe life into her creations.

In addition to her artistic heritage, Elvira's mother, a professor of English, instilled in her a love for language and linguistics. This dual inheritance—artistic ingenuity from her father and linguistic appreciation from her mother—creates a unique blend that defines Elvira's multifaceted approach to her craft.
Woven into the fabric of her artistic journey is a mysterious exploration of brushstrokes, where Elvira Byrnes transcends the ordinary and delves into the enigmatic nature of capturing the inexpressible. In the silence of creation, she weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of moments in time, enraptured by the ethereal beauty that surrounds her, crafting paintings that echo the mystical essence of the creative process.

Elvira's art is highly influenced by this intricate journey through the mind's landscape. Her creations reflect the profound exploration and transformative experiences, capturing the essence of freedom, personal growth, and the realization of aspirations.

Elvira Byrnes is an international Success Coach with a specialisation in unraveling the mysteries of the mind. Serving as a guide through the intricate landscape of thoughts, emotions, and memories, she aids individuals in breaking free from patterns and mental limitations, embarking on a transformative journey towards their goals.

Her coaching expertise lies in assisting individuals to transcend limitations, overcome emotional hurdles, and reshape thought patterns that may impede progress. Together, they embark on a journey through the mind's landscape, uncovering the keys to unlock full potential. This process is not just about addressing challenges; it's a powerful exploration that facilitates profound transformation.

As they traverse the mind's terrain, they work towards freedom — freedom from the constraints of the past, freedom to set and achieve goals, and freedom to lead a more fulfilling life. The mysteries of the mind is what Elvira works with and helps unravel as a Mind Coach.
This deep work makes Elvira explore creation of art as a means of opening oneself and helping others towards creation, creativity and our limitless inner potential.