Maxim Grunin Drawing & Painting: 2019

12/11/19

Maxim Grunin Paintings 2019, some new art

Here is a new body of work from me. I've been painting small sized paintings while being a visitor at my parents home in Toronto. They've been awesome and let me stay in the guest room at their condo. I am working on small canvases because the studio space is quite small. Pretty much, just a chair to use as the easel. It's been roughly 6 years yeas since I've downsized, became debt free living on a slim budget that I earn with my visual artist skill set. I love crafting my paintings. I think my main motive behind doing art is loving the act of creating using art supplies. Please enjoy this new spread of colors.

11/9/19

I noticed that when I became debt free I chose to stop racing for more money or status in conventional ways of our society. I listened to my heart and went to discover what else does it mean to be a human in today's world. My addiction to comfort struck me as most challenging. Wow, I cared so much about being cozy and safe. I challenged my fears and went to discover how I can live as a minimalist. I discovered how to serve and give in the way that doesn't break my heart. I downsized and volunteered in farming communities and therapeutic centers. My new work are miniature paintings. They are meant to fulfill my need for fun and play. I just purely enjoy the process. Paintings displayed here are painted in Acrylics on blocks of found/recycled wood, and sometimes on brand new, purchased wooden canvas. They range in sizes from small - 2.5" X 5" to 5" X 5" and 8" X 10". Please enjoy.

10/1/19

Maxim Grunin - new artwork, 2019, Why do I paint?

I need to express. To create something. To discover. I connect with the world through the act of playing with sand, twigs, paper, clay, paint, and other malleable, flexible mediums. It is valuable for me to have connection with the world where I desire to matter and belong. The act of creating through art has become a comfort zone, potent and satisfying. I am playing. I am channeling my imagination into tangible form. Here, on canvas, I feel free expressing what I please.

Maxim Grunin, 4" X 4", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 8" X 10", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 2.2" X 4.2", collage, acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4.2" X 2.2", collage, acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 2.2" X 4.2", collage, acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4.2" X 2.2", collage, acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4" X 4", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4.2" X 2.2", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4" X 4", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 10" X 8", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 8" X 10", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4" X 4", acrylic on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4.2" X 2.2", acrylic, collage on panel, 2019

Maxim Grunin, 4" X 4", acrylic on panel, 2019
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9/12/19

Landscape Paintings by Maxim Grunin 2019

After taking a few years to have a personal healing journey, I noticed that my inspiration to create artwork has been with me all along. While living in wellness communities across Canada I kept producing murals, taught art groups, drew and painted. At this time, I want to share some of my new work. These are small acrylic paintings of city landscape, cityscapes. Thanks for your continuous interest in my work.