Our Artist
Meet Alla Baltas
Alla Baltas was born and raised in Ukraine where she was heavily influenced by her father who himself was an artist; therefore, she began painting at a very early age.
Higher Education
Alla Baltas was born and raised in Ukraine where she was heavily influenced by her father who himself was an artist; therefore, she began painting at a very early age.
Expanding her formal art education by enrolling in Kharkov State Pedagogic University in 1998, she was able to attain her Masters Degree in painting, which also certified her to teach fine art, drawing, and applied art.
Early career achievements
Alla started painting professionally in 1998, focusing on still life, religious icons, landscapes, and portraits. Alla held her first exhibition at the age of 29 in Kiev, Ukraine, where she received critical acclaim.
Art Exhibitions
Alla became a member of the Young Artist Association, displaying her art at the Ukraine Union Art Exhibition for Artist Day and the Christmas Exhibition in Kharkov in 1998.
Gallery Founding
Alla moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 2004 where she fell in love with Southern culture, which inspired her to use her artistic ability to create art exemplifying southern life. Her passion drove her to opening up her own art gallery in Baton Rouge, where she continuous to creates new art that features Southern Living, Louisiana, and New Orleans, also sharing know knowledge and ability by teaching others.
