Margarita Buttenmueller

Margarita Buttenmueller is a Singapore-based contemporary artist working predominantly with oil and acrylic mediums.

Originally from Russia, she also lived in Germany, UK, USA, and twice in Singapore. Her artistic journey started in 2012 by taking painting classes just for fun in one of the art studios in Singapore. Later in London, she attended such art schools as The Art Academy, Morley College, and Central Saint Martins while having a fulltime job in a tech startup. Upon moving to New York, Margarita decided to give up her career in marketing to become a full-time artist. She attended classes in the Art Students League of New York and Bridgeview School of Fine Arts, and participated in a few exhibitions in New York City prior to moving back to Singapore.

In her work, Margarita is particularly drawn to the interplay of colors. She loves capturing the ever-changing patterns cast by the sun, the subtle hues of twilight, and the dramatic contrasts that arise during various times of the day. She strives to capture these fleeting moments, inviting viewers to pause and immerse themselves in a world where time seems suspended.

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LIST OF PROJECTS AND EXHIBITIONS

"Voice of Art II" @ Ion Orchard, Singapore 2023 Website
"Dreamers and Creators" @ Selegie Arts Centre, Singapore 2023
"Homeland" @ Maya Gallery, Singapore 2023
Mural painting project @Longvale RN, Singapore 2023 (together with Mama on Palette)
"Women's Dreams" @ Selegie Arts Centre, Singapore 2023
"Voice of Art" @ Ion Orchard, Singapore 2023
Ray of Hope online charity Auction, Singapore 2022
Duo Exhibition "Views of New York" at @ Avila Kitchen, New York, USA 2017
Pop Art Exhibition, New York, USA 2017
Group Show at Greenpoint Gallery, New York, USA 2017
"Eclectic Zone" Group Exhibition @ Vspot restaurant, New York, USA 2017
"Frida Kahlo Inspired Art" @ Starr Bar, New York, USA 2016

ART EDUCATION

2020-2023, Singapore, Art with Maral, Acrylic and Oil Painting
2016-2017, New York, USA, Bridgeview School of Fine Arts, Oil and Acrylic Portrature
2016 - 2016, New York, USA, Art Students League of New York, Oil Portrature
2015 - 2015, London, UK, Central Saint Martins, Oil Portrature
2014-2014, London, UK, Morley College, Watercolour Course
2014-2014, Art Academy London, Oil Portrature
2012-2014, Singapore, 7 Rainbow Colours Art Studio, Acrylic and Oil Painting