Marianush Shahinian is an oil painter based in Jacksonville, Florida. She holds a Master’s degree in Art Education and Graphic Design from the South Ukrainian National Pedagogical University in Odessa, Ukraine.Born and raised by the Black Sea, Marianush draws inspiration from coastal life, still lifes, and florals. Her work is characterized by a soft color palette and expressive texture. Fish remain one of her favorite subjects, inspired by memories of local seaside markets in her hometown.