My name is Maria, I am 18 years old, and I live in beautiful Serbia a city where ancient architecture is intertd with modern trends. I was born and raised here, and every corner of my city stores memories of my hood. From an early age, I was fond of drawing. My always said that I have a talent, and she supported me in all my endeavors. I remember how in hood I was sitting at a table with colored pencils and for hours painting everything that I saw around: nature, people, s. This was my way to express my feelings and thoughts. At school, I often participated in art competitions and exhibitions. This gave me the opportunity not only to show my work, but also to get acquainted with other creative people. I made many friends among the artists, with whom we discussed ideas and were inspired by each other. In addition to drawing, I like to walk along the streets of Riga. I like to discover new places - cozy cafes, small shops with unique things and galleries of contemporary art. I often take a notebook with me and make sketches of what I see. These ents of inspiration help me develop as an artist. Now I am studying at an art school and dream of entering the university at the faculty of fine art. I want to study different techniques and styles in order to expand my horizons and become a real professional in my business. My dream is to organize my exhibition and share my work with the world. I believe that art can change people's lives for the better, inspire them to something new. And I hope that someday my paintings will be able to touch on the hearts of other people as much as they touch my own. I live a full life, full of hopes and ambitions. Every day for me is a new opportunity to create something amazing