Branka,

I remember our discussion. I too am ignorant of many of the Russian artists but the more traditional works have been VERY popular here in the UK. Near to my home the auctioneers frequently have auctions of Russian paintings.

My other area of ignorance is that of South American artists. This surprises me as many of those countries have strong links to Portugal and Spain which have, of course, great artistic traditions.

I am glad to see that the art in those countries is developing with their own traditional themes and styles and also a wonderful ancient art history. It is the lack of western styled paintings by South American artists that surprises me.

Central America has a good spread of artists which show influence from the USA.

It is such a shame that so much Russian art is associated with the communist posters which, if it wasn't for the messages, I find powerful and wonderful.

Kush is such a refreshing artist as his paintings are more tangible than Dali's yet strange. His work is exactly what I would love to be able to paint myself.

I love this simple Kush painting. It's message is simple and lovely.

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Miguel,

I've seen this thread first day when you posted it.

I am not proud of it, but monster called time wins over me a day after day, and that's why I am appearing here so late.

For a long ago I admire your way of presenting anything, and specially arts.

Vladimir Kush is among a few Russian painters that I even have heard off. Don't know how I missed to collect, at least, a basic information on Russian painters. In those matters I can't blame lack of time, but may be rather lack of my personal afinity. And now, what a shame, next to Russian, Serbian painters share my ignorance and indifference. Weird.

I'd join Roger in looking forward to the growth of this thread (last year or so, Roger and I discussed Vladimir Kush at my Dalirium thread).

Thanks for your hard job and such an impressive dedication to what you do.

Here is pics which I liked most:

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Love you Miguel!

Branka

Wonderful information Miguel, Thank you.

I hope that we haven't taken you too far off course for the forum.

Vladimir Kush is not only great but prolific as well.

Roger