World’s Best Cubists: CECHOVA, AKKERS, LISBOA, MELO, CASIANO, BUEV, RIDZOŇOVÁ, TOKHTAMAN VALETOVA, LIM & PURUSHOTHAMAN/ 2024 Art Collectors Choice Awards
Artists from 62 countries competed in the 2024 ART COLLECTORS CHOICE AWARDS. 20 international art collectors scored 50 categories of online images covering drawing, painting, sculpture, digital and photography.
The winning works will be revealed in this column one category at a time.
The ART COLLECTORS CHOICE AWARDS winners in CATEGORY 9. CUBISM / CUBIST represents DENMARK, NETHERLANDS, BRAZIL, CANADA, USA, MOLDOVA, SLOVAKIA & INDIA.
BIO OF 1ST PLACE WINNER: KATERINA A. CECHOVA born in 1977 in Krnov, Czech republic, living and working in Denmark / Education: Degree in Fine Art, Literature, History of art and Art criticism.
Welcome to the captivating world of Katerina A. Cechova, world of cubistic creations, the power of form and symbols. Through her unique blend of traditional techniques and modern concepts, she invites you to embark on a journey of exploration, where imagination knows no bounds.
Born and raised in the Czech republic, Katerina’s artistic journey began at an early age. Surrounded by the rich cultural heritage of her homeland, she immersed herself in the study of various artistic disciplines, delving into the realms of painting, sculpture, and printmaking. It was during this time that she discovered her true calling — to create art that not only captivates the eye but also stirs the soul. Her inspiration is often leading to literature, symbolic and nature. Katerina is also a big dog’s lover, international judge for dogs conformations, what means many paintings are connected with dogs theme. She created many cubistic variations of dog breeds, which are the very first and unique.
Inspired by nature’s infinite beauty and the mysteries of human existence, Katerina’s work often explores themes of identity and spirituality. She believes that art has the power to transcend language and cultural barriers, serving as a universal language that unites individuals from all walks of life. Her aim is not simply to create aesthetically pleasing works but to evoke a visceral response in her audience — a sense of wonder, introspection, and inspiration. Each piece tells a story, capturing fleeting moments frozen in time, inviting viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the fragility of existence.
Throughout her career, Katerina was rewarded by many prizes both in USA and worldwide. Her pieces have garnered critical acclaim and have found homes in private collections worldwide. She continues to push the boundaries of artistic expression, constantly experimenting with new techniques and concepts that challenge traditional notions of art.
As you embark on this visual journey through Katerina A. Cechova’s artistry, prepare to be transported to a world of symbols, mystery, open phantasy and unique style.
WINNER WEBSITES: CATEGORY 9. CUBISM / CUBIST
1st Place KATERINA A. CECHOVA DENMARK www.katerinacechova.com ‘’The 4 Horses Of Apocalypse’’ 160x120cm Oil on canvas.
2nd Place — Tie CORNE AKKERS NETHERLANDS Oil, linen. https://www.corneakkers.com “Neo Deco — 10–08–23” 31.5x23.62"
2nd Place — Tie JOSÉ LISBOA BRAZIL “Sinfonia Para Ermeto” 150x90cm Assemblage.
3rd Place — Tie MARCIO MELO CANADA www.marciomelo.com “Musa Renascentista” 36x24" Digital print.
3rd Place — Tie BENJAMIN CASIANO USA www.casiano.art “Green Dress” 48x36” Acrylic on canvas.
4th Place — Tie KATERINA A. CECHOVA DENMARK www.katerinacechova.com ‘’It’s All About The Girl’’ 90x70cm Oil, canvas.
4th Place — Tie VALERIU BUEV MOLDOVA Oil on canvas. https://www.facebook.com/valeriu.buev/ “Fish Market” 60x40”
5th Place — Tie ZUZANA RIDZOŇOVÁ SLOVAKIA https://zuluart-1.pixenio.com/ “Playing Chess” 80x60cm Oil on canvas.
5th Place — Tie NINA TOKHTAMAN VALETOVA USA Color pencil. https://www.artvaletova.com “The Lost One In Labyrinth” 43x36cm
6th Place — Tie JIYOON LIM USA “Psychology Of A Mind” 24x24" Acrylic on canvas.
6th Place — Tie CHAITALI. V. PURUSHOTHAMAN INDIA https://linktr.ee/11TimeWorldAwardee.vastu.astro “Shades Of Life Through Music High Frequency Positive Energizer Painting Created During Powerful Brahma Muhurta 3.30 To 5.30 AM” 24x24” Acrylic on canvas.
ART COLLECTORS can see the hundreds of winning images and corresponding contact info to all the artists here::
CATEGORY
In 2024, ART COLLECTORS CHOICE AWARDS had submissions from these 62 countries: Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic Of Congo, Denmark, England, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Paraguay, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tobago, Togo, Trinidad, Turkey, United Arabian Emirates, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam, Wales, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
20 international art collectors asked to score art:
Andrew Cameron & Marcus Hamilton — Australia
Jason Stuckless — Toronto, Ontario
Floyd M. Elwell, III — Rancho Mirage, California
Jan Gold — Roseville, California
Michael Gregg Michaud — Los Angeles, California
Judi Evans — Los Angeles, California
Alec Wilder — Los Angeles / Las Vegas / New Orleans
Eddie Dyer — Los Angeles / Las Vegas / New Orleans
Michelle Foglesong Wilson — Las Vegas
Thomas Zora — Las Vegas
Paul Iacono — Chicago
Ron Lundin — Naples, Florida / Chicago, Illinois / Vail, Colorado
Jay H. Brewer — Orlando, Florida
Celeste Miller — St. Petersburg, Florida
Alan McMullen — Fannettsburg, Philadelphia
Brian Townley — Waco, Texas
Blaine L. Richards-Miller — Wichita Falls, Texas
Aimee Unakis — Georgetown, Illinois
Karen Valentine — Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Mitchell Antesky — Toledo Ohio
