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FROM MY HEART  to your home

FROM MY HEART
to your home

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Hi I’m Arpi

I create art that highlights the beauty of the Armenian culture.
If you research Armenian art in the last century, you’re likely to find emotional and somber art representing the struggle of our people. I wanted to create cultural imagery that makes people happy.  Armenians tell me my work reminds them of their childhood, whether they were spent in Armenia or in the diaspora. They relive their dance classes, elaborate cultural performances or precious time spent with their grandparents and parents. Art creates a deeper connection. People of different ethnic backgrounds love the stunning costumes, vivid color and inspiring characters. Often times, they call my characters Medieval Prince and Princesses.

Which character
are you?

Meet the Characters

Each of my characters are hand-illustrated in rich, ornate and beautifully authentic Armenian costumes. The traditional female dress is called “Daraz” and they are stunning. Imagine being adorned in jewels, with glorious headdresses and intricate embroidery. These garments did more than look pretty, they told a story.

Learn more about the characters I draw which celebrate the beauty of this rich culture I’m proud to be a part of!

Gift Ideas

Would you like to be

made into a character?

I truly enjoy creating personalized pieces. People love receiving portraits of their loved ones dressed like Armenian royalty to adorn their walls and to enjoy on a multitude of products custom made for them. This is a totally unique and personal gift idea which will become a family heirloom or a fun treat for yourself!

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Free Coloring page

Download my free coloring page. Adults and children both love the creativity and mindfulness of coloring in. Give it a try!

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How an Art Retreat Abroad Transformed My Life - Part I

How an Art Retreat Abroad Transformed My Life – Part I

Three weeks ago, I embarked on an adventure of a lifetime, one that I had been impatiently anticipating for months. In May, I registered for ... Read More
Join Me for a Quilling Art Workshop with Shushan Aleksanyan!

Join Me for a Quilling Art Workshop with Shushan Aleksanyan!

I'm excited to invite you to a special Quilling Art Workshop at my studio on October 19th, from 2PM-5PM, featuring the incredibly talented Shushan Aleksanyan ... Read More
Embrace the Art of Observation: Join My Uninstructed Figure Drawing Workshops

Embrace the Art of Observation: Join My Uninstructed Figure Drawing Workshops

There’s something deeply fulfilling about capturing the human form on paper. The way light and shadow play across the curves, the challenge of translating emotion ... Read More

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Arpi next to personal impression of Norman Rockwell's "Freedom from Want"

A special painting in the works, and details about my future solo exhibit!

I am thrilled (and a bit nervous) to share with you one of a series of oil paintings I’m creating for my solo exhibit to ... Read More
Armenian Coffee

Armenian Coffee

Whoever knows me, know my obsession with coffee. Armenian coffee is no exception. I drink American coffee, (I grind the beans and use the pour ... Read More
The Armenian Community in Montebello, California

The Armenian Community in Montebello, California

I drew ALOT this week! This was one of my sketches that I want to develop further.I love the history of the Armenian community in ... Read More

Which character
are you?

Meet the Characters

Each of my characters are hand-illustrated in rich, ornate and beautifully authentic Armenian costumes. The traditional female dress is called “Daraz” and they are stunning. Imagine being adorned in jewels, with glorious headdresses and intricate embroidery. These garments did more than look pretty, they told a story.

Learn more about the characters I draw which celebrate the beauty of this rich culture I’m proud to be a part of!