Vladimir Puchkovskiy

"My name is Vladimir Puchkovskiy and I am from Uzbekistan. I used to paint on canvas, but in 2003 I starting using batik on fabric and hand-quilted works. The reason I started working with this technique is that my wife is a fashion designer and she suggested trying painting on fabric. I am an innovator in my technique, my wall hangers have a unique style and design. I use traditional fabrics of local production. The fabrics (beqasam, shoyi, adras, etc.) are made by Uzbek masters in Fergana valley.<BR><BR> "I am a participant in numerous international and national exhibitions and have been a member of the Union of Artists of Uzbekistan since 2000.<BR><BR> "I hope that my works bring warmth and joy to the homes and offices where they are hung. We are all connected with creativity and art."