Working across oil, charcoal, pastel, and drawing, Vikhoreva moves between portraiture, figure studies, landscapes, and intimate observational works, guided by an interest in atmosphere, mystery, and emotional presence.

 

Rather than directing the viewer toward a fixed interpretation, she approaches painting as an open encounter — one that invites stillness, questioning, and personal recognition.

 

Born in Russia, Vikhoreva grew up immersed in classical art and music — experiences she regards not as privilege but as a birthright that should be available to everyone. Her formal education and early professional life led her into management, economics, and accounting — a path that brought her to the United States on her own.

 

Art remained a constant undercurrent and became central again after she settled in Washington State. Her current practice is guided by ongoing mentorship