Vadim Dolgov

Vadim Dolgov is a Canadian artist born in Russia, whose love for art began at a very young age. He graduated from Orenburg Academy of Art and Design, Russia, where he studied classical drawing, painting, and sculpture for five years. Since then, he has embarked on a successful professional career as an artist.

Dolgov has participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions in Canada, the United States, and Europe. In 2022, he had a solo show at Abend Gallery in Denver, Colorado. He has also participated in the Oil Painters of America National Juried Show, the Context Art Fair in Miami, and Art New York, among other prestigious exhibitions.

Dolgov’s talent has been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2020, he achieved OPA Signature Member Status, a highly sought-after distinction among artists. He also received the Award of Excellence at the OPA Eastern Regional show in 2013, the Gold Medal Award at the OPA Juried Salon Show & Plein Air Award in 2013, and the Award of Excellence at the Oil Painters of America National Juried Exhibition in 2007.

Throughout his career, Dolgov’s art has been featured in international galleries and museums, such as the Carre D'Artistes Gallery in Paris and Bordeaux, France, and the International Guild of Realism’s traveling museum exhibition in the United States.

Dolgov’s work is characterized by his ability to capture the beauty and emotion of the human form, often using classical techniques and themes. His paintings showcase his mastery of light, color, and texture, creating a sense of depth and dimension that draws the viewer into the scene.

Overall, Vadim Dolgov’s career is a testament to his passion and dedication to his art. His talent has brought him recognition and success both nationally and internationally, and his work continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.



Major Exhibitions and Awards :
2023 Oil Painters of America National Juried Show, Charleston SC, USA
2020 Oil Painters of America OPA Signature Member Status
2020 Oil Painters of America National Juried Show, USA
2019 Oil Painters of America Estern Juried show, USA
2019 Context Art Fair, Miami, USA
· 2018 Arta Gallery, “Icons” group show, Toronto, Canada
· 2018 Carre D'Artistes Gallery, Solo Exhibition, Paris, France
· 2018 Hazelton Galleries, Art New York, NY, USA
· 2017 Carre D'Artistes Gallery, Solo Exhibition, Bordeaux, France
· 2016 – Hazelton Fine Art Galleries, CONTEXT Art Miami, USA
· 2016 – OPA National Juried Salon Show , Castle Gallery, Fort Wayne, IN, USA
· 2016 – OPA National Juried Exhibition, Southwest Gallery, Dallas, USA
· 2016 – Art Miami (New York) USA
· 2016 – Art Miami (Wynwood) USA
· 2015 – 4th Annual Small Works Exhibition, Westmount Gallery, Toronto, Canada
· 2013 – Award of Excellence at OPA Eastern Regional show, Annapolis, Maryland, USA
· 2013 – Gold Medal Award at OPA Juried Salon Show & Plein Air Award, Petoskey, Michigan, USA
· 2012-2013 – Toronto International Art Fair, Toronto, Canada
· 2012 – Canadian Heritage Art Company, European Tour solo exhibition, Toronto, Canada
· 2011 – Art for a Change Charity Auction, Toronto, Canada
· 2010 – Westmount Gallery, solo exhibition, Toronto Canada
. 2009 – International Guild of Realism’s Fourth Annual Juried Exhibition, USA
. 2008-2011 – International Guild of Realism “The New Reality” traveling museum exhibition, USA
. 2008 – Oil Painters of America Regional Juried Exhibition, USA
. 2007 – Award of Excellence at Oil Painters of America National Juried Exhibition at Whistle Pik Galleries, Texas, USA
. 2007, 2009 – Salon International, a project of the International Museum of Contemporary Masters Hosted by Greenhouse Gallery of Fine Art, Texas, USA
. 2000-2006 – Hummingbird Center, Toronto, Canada
. 2005 – Westmount Gallery, Toronto, Canada
. 2001-2002 – Art Expo, New York, USA
. 2002 – Auction, Graydon Hall Manor, Toronto, Canada
. 2000-2002 – Annual Auction of Small Works, John B. Aird Gallery, Toronto, Canada
. 1998 – Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow Russia
. 1997 – Traveling National Exhibition, Delhi, India
. 1991 – Drouot Auction House, Paris, France