Exhibitions & Awards
Yelena Lev-Navtikova is honored to have participated in the Layers Art Show 2026 at TAG Gallery, presented with the San Fernando Valley Arts & Cultural Center. The exhibition explored the visual, physical, and conceptual meaning of layering in contemporary art, bringing together works rich in depth, texture, symbolism, and personal expression. Yelena is especially grateful and proud to have received the Best in Show Award, a meaningful recognition of her artistic vision and creative journey.
Yelena Lev-Navtikova is proud to be one of the exhibiting artists in Pushing the Boundaries, an inspiring exhibition celebrating contemporary artistic expression and creative exploration. Two of her artworks, Leap Between Worlds and Time Keeper, were exhibited in the show and were warmly received by viewers. She is honored to share her work with the San Diego art community and to be part of this meaningful exhibition at the San Diego Museum of Art.
A highlight of 2026 is the participation of Yelena Lev-Navtikova in Women’s Generation: Contemporary Female Cosmogonies, a major international exhibition curated by Dores Sacquegna. Opening on March 8, 2026, at the Palmieri Foundation in Lecce, Italy, the show brings together twenty-five contemporary artists as part of the 32nd edition of Women’s Art Power.
Led by special guest Rosamaria Francavilla, the exhibition explores diverse artistic voices and visions of contemporary female experience. The opening will feature the immersive soundscape Silences, Sounds and Visions by composer Giovanni Corvaglia, enriching the exhibition with a contemplative sensory dimension. Organized by Primo Piano LivinGallery, the exhibition offers a powerful dialogue across cultures and generations.
Art Star: The 2026 Guide to Remarkable Art presents an international collection of contemporary works spanning a wide range of styles, media, and aesthetic approaches—united by a shared commitment to creativity and artistic integrity. Featuring artists from over 25 countries, the publication reflects a rich convergence of cultures and perspectives, offering a compelling and diverse selection of works for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.
Yelena Lev-Navtikova is honored to have two paintings featured in this prestigious volume: Intuitive Passage (oil on canvas, 36 × 48 in) and Time Keeper (oil on canvas, 36 × 48 in).
The Sasse Museum of Art has announced its 5th juried exhibition catalog, “The City: Artists’ Perspectives,” now available for purchase on Amazon. The February 2026 edition features the work of 105 artists from across the United States and 11 countries, presenting diverse and compelling interpretations of urban life.
Yelena Lev’s painting Voyage (acrylic on canvas, 36 x 48 in) is included in this distinguished publication. Her inclusion in the beautifully designed catalog marks a meaningful milestone, placing her work among an international group of contemporary artists whose visions collectively explore the many dimensions of the modern city.
Yelena Lev’s Ethereal Reverie was honored with the Masterpieces Award at Visionary Art Show, presented at LE TEMPLE DES RÊVES (The Temple of Dreams) within the historic Palmieri Foundation (Via Dei Sotterranei, 1) in Lecce, Italy. Curated by Dores Sacquegna, the exhibition brought together visionary artists from around the world, celebrating imagination, symbolism, and transcendence. The recognition of Ethereal Reverie affirms Lev’s distinctive surreal language—where inner worlds, portals of light, and poetic symbolism converge in a dreamlike meditation on consciousness and transformation.
Yelena Lev’s work was featured in several juried and group exhibitions across California and Internationally. Her paintings Moonlight Dreamer, Guardians of the Veil, and Ladder of Realms were on view at the 40th Annual All Media Juried Art Show at the Lancaster Museum of Art and History.
She was also exhibiting Voyage — recipient of an Honorable Mention — and Dissimilarity at the Westlake Village Art Guild 2025 Open Juried Show.
Yelena is a proud participant of the Laguna Art-A-Fair 2025.
Yelena Lev’s painting Ascension of the Veil was selected for the PROUD+ exhibition at The Studio Door in San Diego, showcasing contemporary works that explore themes of identity and self-expression.
Yelena’s piece Confession was on view at Las Laguna Art Gallery as part of their latest curated show, continuing her exploration of emotional depth and surreal symbolism.
Two of her works, Overwhelmed and Walking Man, were presented in the 2025 Newport Beach Art Exhibition, highlighting her expressive and introspective approach to the human experience.
Yelena Lev’s artwork Sunset in the Park was accepted into the Anaheim Art Association’s 61st Annual Open Competition. Jurors Barry Evans (Photography) and Richard Stergulz (Fine Arts) selected the pieces they felt were the most outstanding and diverse, showcasing a wide range of artistic talent and vision. The exhibition was held at the MuzeO Carnegie Gallery, located at 241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805, at the corner of Broadway and Anaheim Blvd.
Internationally, Yelena’s paintings Dissimilarity and Ethereal Reverie were exhibited in Arte Contemporanea at Primo Piano LivinGallery in Lecce, Italy, bringing her voice to a global audience. Her works — including Confession, Guardians of the Veil, Voyage, The Revival, and Ethereal Reverie — were also presented on ArtScreenTV, which proudly partners with and sponsors the renowned Florence Biennale. These pieces will be showcased at the Florence Biennale 2025 (October 18–26, 2025, Florence, Italy), and Yelena’s art was further reach an international stage with exhibition at Art Basel in Basel, Switzerland.
40th Annual All Media Juried Art Show at Lancaster, California
Westlake Village Art Guild Open Juried Show 2025, Westlake Village, California
Abstract Show 2025 at Las laguna Art Gallery, Laguna Beach, California
I’m thrilled to share that my artwork are now on view at Las Laguna Art Gallery!
I’m proud to be part of the Remix Group Exhibition at Covet Art Gallery, Carlsbad!
Proud+ Exhibition at The Studio Door Art Gallery, San Diego, California
I’m honored to have my artwork included in this vibrant art show and grateful to be part of such a supportive and passionate art community. Thank to The Studio Door Art Gallery for creating this beautiful space to connect and share their artwork!
