Maria Marikina
Maria Marikina, PhD is an established Bulgarian scholar and contemporary artist whose career represents a remarkable symbiosis of analytical thinking and artistic intuition. Currently teaching at one of the UK’s leading universities, Assoc. Professor Marikina brings a wealth of international academic expertise, supported by a prolific record of 7 books and over 100 scientific publications. Her economic research is widely recognized and cited in prestigious international databases, including Web of Science and Scopus.
In 2022, Maria Marikina rediscovered her creative potential, embracing oil painting as her primary medium for self-expression and existential freedom. In her canvases, she explores the emotional dimensions of nature, skillfully navigating the boundary between realism and poetic interpretation. Her work is characterized by a masterful command of light, depth of perspective, and a soft harmony of colors that immerses the viewer in a state of tranquility and reflection.
Today, she successfully integrates her academic expertise with her artistic pursuits, conducting interdisciplinary research on the intersection of the market and creative practice. Her interests are focused on curatorial themes and contemporary reinterpretations of Impressionism, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to the European cultural landscape. The work of Maria Marikina is not merely a visual experience but a bridge between scientific critical inquiry and pure aesthetic delight.

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