BIOGRAPHY

Helen Kagan was born Elena Valery Kagan in the cold Siberian winter of 1959, in what was then the USSR. She grew up to be a rebel looking for freedom in a communist State where oppression and control were a daily reality. It is telling of her talent and determination that she managed to obtain university degrees in Science and Psychology.

In 1991 her quest for freedom led Helen to the US. She brought a Jewish Heritage, and an unending thirst to explore the world and its meaning. Living in Vermont, Wisconsin, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York and now – in Florida, she has spent much of her time as a social worker, therapist and counselor developing and leading clinics for immigrants. In her professional and personal life she has been implementing a holistic approach to health and treatment. Helen strongly believes in the interconnectedness of physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Her passionate Art is a statement of that belief.

Helen works mainly with oil. Her canvases show impressionist, and minimalist influences. They are varied, they are vibrant. Some are raw, some are refined, all are intuitive. There are Domes, and Bridges to the past, Cities in the rain, Abstract mementos, Dances and Fields of sunflowers. Helen’s Art reflects her deep and colorful view of life, her desire to bridge the realities and heal the past. She paints the past, present and future with pure boldness and emotion, always looking for ways to communicate on levels often not yet understood.

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 ARTIST'S STATEMENT

 For me, Art is a beautiful and powerful form of self-  expression, a way to communicate my unique experiences of the Reality.

I believe that each generation creates new ideas, new concepts, new paradigms, and therefore new understandings and new Art forms which can change the culture.

My intention is to integrate Expressive Art and the Art of Healing. As an artist and a healer, I have a desire and intention to better the World, often, just one person at a time…

My work reflects my own experience of living in a multi-dimensional world. Throughout my life I have been learning to appreciate the wisdom, beauty and infinite possibilities of every moment. This is what I communicate in my Art through intricate vibrations of color and energetically balanced composition.

I believe that Passion, Wisdom, Healing, and Love are inevitable ingredients of true Art. It is a great pleasure to share with you a Gift of beauty and magic of every unique moment of ‘Here & Now’.

Exhibitions

In the last couple of years, Helen participated in 3 juried shows and was presented at the City Hall of Hollywood for the ‘Art in Public Spaces’ 3 months display. Helen’s Art was exhibited at several galleries and shops in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Sarasota. Her work can currently be experienced up close at gallery 'Osceola 32' in Stuart, Fl