Nikolai Volkov

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Origin: Ukraine
Houston, Texas
Nikolai Volkov is a contemporary artist known for his vibrant and joyful urban graffiti on beloved objects. Born in Ukraine and now residing in Houston, Texas, he owns an independent gallery where he showcases his unique blend of grunge and glam pop art influences.

His work has gained widespread acclaim, particularly his "Graffiti Dogs" collection, which has been featured in luxury apartments and business buildings in cities such as Dubai, New York, and Manchester. His art is especially popular in Silicon Valley, C.A  where it brings a sense of humor and vibrancy to modern spaces. A collaboration with the cybersecurity company XGA further elevated his profile, earning him recognition among contemporary art collectors worldwide.

**Exhibitions and Projects:**

1. **2024:**
- *"Graffiti Joy"* - Art Basel, Miami, USA
- *"Urban Icons"* - Tate Modern, London, UK

2. **2023:**
- *"Pop & Grunge Fusion"* - The Broad, Los Angeles, USA
- *"Colorful Whimsy"* - Dubai Design Week, Dubai, UAE

3. **2022:**
- *"Modern Mischief"* - MoMA PS1, New York, USA
- *"Playful Urbanity"* - Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester, UK

4. **2021:**
- *"Vibrant Streets"* - Houston Art Fair, Houston, USA
- *"Graffiti and Glam"* - New Museum, New York, USA

5. **2020:**
- *"Joyful Creations"* - Silicon Valley Art Expo, San Jose, USA
- *"Contemporary Urban Art"* - XGA Cybersecurity Headquarters, San Francisco, USA