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ABN ABN: Every artist goes through at least brief periods of "artist's block," where they're just not feeling the creative vibe or can't seem to get what they want to express onto the canvas. How do you deal with that when it happens to you? DB: T e main thing is to not worry and not push yourself to create some- thing by force. I try to change the type of activity, use the time to relax, to com- municate with my family, watch movies and communicate with friends. It is also an excellent time to learn something new and start again. ABN: How have you evolved since you graduated from art school, both in terms of your style and how you approach your art? DB: I became bolder and more expe- rienced, of course. If a person does not develop—does not want more and want to use all the chances and opportunities that gives him life—it is tantamount to death, even if he continues to live. ABN: You're best known as a painter, but you've worked with other media, in- cluding photography and interior design. Are there any other art forms that you've "DON'T PUSH YOURSELF TO CREATE SOMETHING BY FORCE." REBECCA PAHLE (ABN): What's a typical day like for you in terms of time spent devoted to painting? DARIA BAGRINTSEVA (DB): Good painting hours for me [start at] 11 p.m., when I have all night, or in the morning, when I have all day. I usu- ally spend six to eight hours a day at work. I now have a large and comfort- able workshop where I close myself up for hours... It oſt en happens that the work is so fascinating that [I forget to sleep]! When I paint, I feel alive. ABN: How do you "recharge" your creativity? Do you travel a lot, visit muse- ums, get out into nature? DB: I do travel a lot. I love to visit all kinds of secret little places. I have visited more than 30 countries. On all my trips, I go to museums—not only art muse- ums, but also nature and history muse- ums. I also like to visit national parks. Yoga gives me the strength to have balance and creativity. And I am very supported by my family. T ose who are close to me believe in me and support me in everything. 56 yet to tackle but want to try? DB: T ere are a few projects [I'm working on]. Some are associated with the use of photos that I took when traveling. I also have an idea for instal- lations on social issues of concern to the whole world. I want to continue to create things that... do not leave people indiff erent. ABN: Forging an emotional connection with the viewer is clearly important to you. What is the typical response you get from people who are seeing your art for the fi rst time? DB: Many people tell me that my paintings are like power plants that energize their owners. Best of all, a lot of people talking to me and seeing my WINTER 2012