From Birth to Present: A Concise Personal Narrative

My journey began in a faraway land

My life story is a testament to overcoming challenges since the day I was born. My parents are from Belarus, but I was not born in the same country as them. I hail from the scenic Altai Region in Siberia, where I took my first breaths of life. 

However, my birth was not an easy process. I experienced a neck injury during birth that posed a significant threat of leaving me without any physical or intellectual capabilities. This proved to be a significant challenge for my parents. They did everything for my recovery and it was the first victory in my life.

I am grateful that I am unable to recall the pain and turmoil I experienced during that stage of my life. It occurred during my early years when I lacked awareness of the challenging circumstances I was enduring. It was a victory involving my parents and professionals. I am grateful to them for this and feel a sense of responsibility for having stayed healthy. I find it truly inspiring. Now, I discover purpose in the chance to contribute immense value to the world – an opportunity brimming with profound meaning and significance.

After several years, I returned to my homeland – Mahilyow, in the beautiful Republic of Belarus. I use the term “returned” because I don’t consider Siberia my homeland. Belarus has a unique place in my heart, as it is my cherished homeland—the sole place where my soul feels truly rooted and serene.

Since the day I was born, I’ve embarked on a lifelong quest to discover my true self. After 23 years, I finally delved into the captivating realm of abstract art, embarked on the musical composition journey, and I have started writing my debut book. Every year, the enchanting journey of self-discovery and limitless creativity continues to unfold.

During my childhood days

During my infancy, the landscape was starkly dissimilar from the present. Those endeavors, void of integrity, languished unfinished, mere ephemeral glimpses. In my formative years of elementary school, I feebly dabbled in the realm of creativity. 

• Literature

I began the process of writing the book. I intended to contribute my book to the author’s series by seamlessly integrating it. Although I was just 9 years old at the time, I now realize that my perspective was somewhat naive. The dreams of a young child are like precious diamonds that often go unappreciated by adults. 

The renowned Soviet writer, N. Nosov, is known for his captivating children’s book series titled “Dunno’s Adventures”. These delightful literary works have entertained and enchanted readers with their engaging stories for generations. We read his book during our time at school. It captivated us with thrilling adventures set in the Sunny City.

In one episode, Dunno found himself at an intersection, contemplating which city to venture towards. Among the choices presented was the intriguing Stone City. But he did not go there. And the author does not have a book about adventures in this city. And then I decided to write my own continuation of the series. About Stone City.

I didn’t know then that… Un another author had already penned their own rendition of the book centered around the Stone City. However, this fact carries minimal significance. The crucial aspect is that I lacked the patience to complete my book. 

Soon, I obliterated my unsigned manuscript. My mother clandestinely monitored the evolution of my writing, yet she inadvertently neglected to safeguard the manuscript. Perhaps she simply overlooked the need to visit my room. 

Unfortunately, this is how my manuscript was lost.

However, in 2018, I embarked on the journey of writing my book, which is now complete and undergoing meticulous self-editing. I have extraordinary intentions for this book. I will discuss these ideas in more detail on my blog at a later time. Stay tuned.

• Art

By the way, I started drawing thanks to my mother. At a certain stage, she illustrated her nightly dreams on the floor with great enthusiasm and creativity. She applied gouache paint onto the wallpaper with her brush! She also used pattern paper for clothes and drew on it.

As she switched on the tape recorder, she arranged a set of paints, paper, and brushes, ready to capture the vivid scenes from her dream the previous night. I observed everything unfold for a specific duration, until my mother extended an invitation for me to partake in the artistic process and contribute my own touch. This marked the initial conscious encounter with independent drawing. Until that moment, I drew only in kindergarten under the supervision of teachers.

It quickly became evident to me that I am not fond of illustrating objects. I now realize that even back then, I had an affinity for abstractions. The interplay of colors and the serendipitous patterns they form always captivated me. By the way, the question of whether it occurs by chance or not is a significant inquiry that greatly piques my interest. I will spend the rest of my days in search of answers to this profound question!

[I will be delving into the cherished memories of my childhood and sharing them through insightful articles on my blog. Stay tuned for captivating stories and nostalgic moments that will transport you back in time.]

Let us skip ahead to the year 2017 without delay.

2017

Let’s delve into the memories of my autumn in 2017. I began using coloring as a form of meditation to bring life to my spontaneous doodles.

Then I found my old watercolors. The watercolor pack was designed with an image of Pokemon. I haven’t used these paints since my days in elementary school. And now in the fall of 2017, I’m started experimenting with them.

During that time, I must acknowledge that it was a challenging phase in my life. I was expelled from the university during my final year, right when I was on the verge of receiving my diploma. It was a diploma in the field of jurisprudence. I transferred to another educational institution, successfully concluding my studies and earning a diploma [2018]. It was a transformative period in my life that required me to reevaluate various aspects. I encountered numerous challenges along the way, but in the end, I emerged victorious.

During this stage, I embarked on my artistic journey by creating my initial paintings, composing music tracks, and venturing into the realm of writing a book.

Today

Time of changes and challenges. Without this unsettling phase, I would scarcely have embarked on a diligent and purposeful pursuit of creativity.

Challenges often necessitate a fresh perspective, prompting a shift in both mindset and lifestyle. I seized the opportunity, and now, in 2023, I possess my unique artistic vision and expertise. It fills me with pride to showcase them to all of you, my dear friends!

My website serves as a digital studio, offering an online gallery and a platform for my personal reflections.

Prior to creating my website, I made previous attempts to do so. However, these past endeavors proved to be unsuccessful. Today, things began falling into place little by little, serving as the perfect encouragement for me to persist on this journey. Therefore, everything that I show on the website is my steps towards each of you. Discover more about me and my creations. You can show your support by purchasing my works and sharing my creative endeavors with people worldwide.

I am creating a new section called “About Me“ that will feature captivating autobiographical articles. 

Thank you!

Liaksiej,