Olga Symonenko

Olga was born and raised in Ukraine.

She enjoyed painting at an early age. Olga graduated from art school but took a long break from painting to earn a degree in Computer science. She established a career and moved to the United States.

A few years ago, Olga accidentally discovered soft pastels; it inspired her and became her passion.

Olga has since taken several serious online courses. She has attended workshops by Richard McKinley, Jeanne Rosier Smith, Alain Picard, Aaron Schuerr, Tony Alain, and Albert Handell. Each of these artists has furthered her ability and desire to paint. Olga also does oils and watercolors, but soft pastels are her true love. 

Olga loves to share her passion and knowledge during the pastel classes that she provides.

Olga is a member of the Pastel Society of the West Coast, Red Rock Pastel Society, Pleasanton Art League, and Alamo Danville Artists' Society. She has participated in different local and online art shows.

Olga loves the beauty found in nature and strives to share it in her paintings.

Olga Symonenko, Pleasanton, CA

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