In 2004, I graduated from the Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design with a Master’s degree from the Department of Monumental and Decorative Sculpture. That same year, I discovered sand as a sculptural medium—and I’ve been carving ever since.

Now, after nearly two decades of participating in international sand sculpture festivals and competitions, I continue to learn, explore, and push the boundaries of this inspiring and ever-evolving art form.

International Participation

I’ve had the honor of taking part in major sand sculpture festivals and championships around the world, including:
Japan, Russia, Canada, USA, Kuwait, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Poland, and Latvia.

Awards

• 2016 – Rorschach, Switzerland: 1st Place, International Contest of Sand Sculptures, Bodensee
• 2016 – Florida, USA: 2nd Place, Sanding Ovations International Sand Sculpting Competition, Treasure Island
• 2017 – Parksville, Canada: 1st Place (team with David Ducharme), International Contest of Sand Sculptures
• 2018 – Virginia, USA: 1st Place (team with Andrius Petkus), Neptune Festival International Sand Sculpting Championship
• 2019 – Parksville, Canada: 2nd Place and Sculptors’ Choice (team with Sue McGrew), International Contest of Sand Sculptures

Working with sand offers me a wonderful opportunity to grow as an artist, and I don’t ever want to stop. In addition to sand, I also enjoy sculpting in ice, snow, bronze, wood, and even pumpkins—each medium offering its own set of challenges and creative possibilities.