Mikhail Abram is a contemporary painter and one the founders of “Emotionism.” When asked to describe the movement in one sentence, Abram said: “My paintings are always an attempt at dialogue with the soul of the viewer.”

In 1993 he traveled to the UK to study literature at Kendal University. Following his passion for visual arts, Abram took every opportunity to visit art studios and galleries. He lived in London until 2003 working in the real estate industry.

At the same time, he felt a strong urge to rekindle his interest in art. It ultimately progressed from a hobby to his full-time occupation.

The late 2000s saw the beginning of Abram’s vibrant artistic career. In 2008, the first personal exhibition of his works. Two more solo exhibitions took place in 2014.

In 2012, Mikhail Abram founded the “Young Artist Support Association”. The main goal of the Association is to foster the growth of “Emotionism” as a cultural phenomenon.

Abram participated in several private and group exhibitions, including those organized by Los Angeles Art Association in 2018.

In 2021 Mikhail exhibited works in international talent UK competitions - Golden Time Talent, international competition festival of emotional arts EMOTIONS, Art Alebrio.