ArtKela Gallery is a cozy creative space where art is born right in front of visitors. Unlike traditional galleries, here you can not only see finished works but also watch the creation process: all paintings are made by a single artist directly inside the gallery, turning it into a living studio. This creates a special atmosphere of dialogue between the artist and the viewer, where each artwork carries the energy of the moment and genuine inspiration.
The core of ArtKela’s collection consists of original paintings created in various styles and genres: landscapes, still lifes, flowers, abstract and fantasy subjects, as well as images of animals and urban scenes. All works are handmade, without prints or mass reproduction, which makes each painting unique and reflective of the artist’s individual style.
One of the key ideas of the gallery is accessibility. At ArtKela, you can purchase original author paintings for under $100, making art available not only to collectors but also to ordinary people who want to decorate their homes with real artwork. It is a great opportunity to start a personal collection or find a special gift with artistic value and soul.
ArtKela presents itself as a family-friendly and welcoming gallery where visitors are treated as guests rather than customers. Sincere interest in art, openness, and live communication are valued here. The gallery combines an exhibition space, an art studio, and a small art shop, creating a warm and inspiring environment for everyone who loves painting and wants to connect with the process of its creation.
Almost all paintings and objects are created by Natalia, while some works are made in collaboration with her son Denis or created by him independently — we invite you to discover their biographies :
Biography of Natalia
Natalia Rtishcheva has been making art for over 30 years. The main direction is painting. Natalia is a multifaceted artist working in the styles of impressionism, abstraction, realism and landscapes. Her favorite direction of creativity is painting bright autumn pictures of a rainy Canadian autumn with a palette knife. Traveling in her motorhome, Natalia works in the open air and creates realistic landscapes. Natalia also makes jewelry from glass and plastic, knits clothes and accessories with crochet and knitting needles, sews, decorates dishes and clothes.
Biography of Denis
Denis Rtishchev (son of Natalia Rtishcheva) has been drawing since the age of 3. The main directions of his work are abstractions, fantasy and animals. Denis is very gentle and kind by nature, so his animals are just as kind and cute. As a person with a rich imagination, in his fantasy works and abstractions he creates his own worlds, he is not afraid to experiment with colors, shapes and colors.