ASLAN PETKOV

Paintings

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Printmaking

I'm Aslan, a painter, printmaker, and emerging arts educator from Newcastle, UK, based in Savannah, GA.

With a profound understanding of colour and the human figure, my portfolio showcases masterful portraits and figures, creating expressive paintings that capture the essence of each meaning.

A man and woman standing together in front of a house with a 'Sold' sign in the window. The man is holding a small American flag, and the woman is holding a handbag. The man has a mustache and glasses, and the woman has curly hair and is dressed in a patterned dress. There is a fire burning in a fire pit to the right.

2026

An impressionist painting of two women, one with long curly blond hair and the other with straight brown hair, holding a bouquet of pink roses, with a dark, swirling background.

2025

A black and white linocut print depicting three people sitting on a train, including a woman with curly hair, an older woman with straight hair, and an older man with glasses and a checkered blazer.
A man and woman standing in front of a house with a 'sold' sign in the window, holding small American flags, with a campfire nearby.
A painting of a woman with vintage makeup and hairstyle, wearing a fishnet top with pink flowers, and blue gloves. The bottom part of the painting features swirling blue patterns.
A mural depicting diverse young people holding protest signs on a red patterned background. The signs include messages demanding action for homeless youth and addressing immune system disorders.
A mural painting of a black couple embracing, with a sign in the background that reads, 'The first gay pride was a riot,' and other signs for cigars and tobacco shop.
A painting of a woman wearing a white dress, holding a bouquet of pink and red flowers, with a dark ornate curtain in the background.
A painting of a woman with short dark hair and glasses holding a young girl with dark hair, sitting together. The woman is wearing a light-colored shirt with pink stripes. The girl is wearing a white shirt with colorful patterns. They appear to be lo

UPCOMING EXHIBITION

October 29 - November 19

Located: New York Academy of Art, New York, NY 10013

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Close-up of a woman with short, wavy red hair, brown eyes, wearing a black sleeveless top, and a necklace, with a plain light-colored background.

I’m a portrait painter who explores the perseverance of the queer community, highlighting the defiant beauty within queer joy and queer love. I strive to display the LGBTQ+ community in a powerful and impactful way that isn't typically portrayed or viewed. Click 'Learn more' below read more about me, or explore my portfolio to see my work and read more about the meaning behind my it.

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My techniques infuse depth and realism into every painting, highlighting the focus meaning behind each piece. Standout pieces such as 'No More Hiding on Christopher Street' and 'An Army of Lovers Cannot Lose' exemplify my ability to convey powerful and profound emotional depth. Each work invites viewers to appreciate the masterful use of light and shadow, creating an immersive experience that resonates long after viewing. Discover my artistry that transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary visual narratives.

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Latest Project

Defiant Weeds Smashing Up Through Cement

Linocut

14” x 12”