Anastasiya Bachmanova creates acrylic paintings of nature and wildlife with a bold and colorful style. She researches scientific concepts and interprets them in a creatively realistic way, with a balance between serene settings and energetic subjects. 'Follow the Sun' represents Anastasiya's shifting towards the west, initially moving from Russia to Philadelphia, and then from Philadelphia to Monterey Bay. The artwork speaks to her love of going out in the sunshine - surfing, fishing, backpacking, etc. The outdoors fuel her creativity. With her art, Anastasiya hopes to influence environmental awareness among her audience, and share her joy for the natural world.