Gallery B at Bloomingfoods Near West
“Catching the Motion”
by Irina Shishova
april - june 2026
Artist’s bio
Irina Shishova is a visual artist based in Bloomington, Indiana, originally from Moscow, Russia. Her artistic journey began in her youth with formal training in drawing and watercolor at an art school in Moscow. Since moving to the U.S. in 1998, she has continued to expand her creative practice through study with local artists and a deep personal exploration of materials and themes.
Working across multiple media—including oils, watercolors, acrylics, colored paper, and pencil—Irina’s work is inspired by the human figure, natural landscapes, and urban environments. A passionate traveler, hiker, and camper, she draws on experiences from across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, often capturing the essence of motion and the atmosphere of place in her art. Her curiosity and love of exploration continue to shape her visual storytelling.
Irina is an active member of the Bloomington Watercolor Society and the Watercolor Society of Indiana. She earned her MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 2012, bringing a thoughtful and community-driven approach to both her artistic and organizational efforts.
In 2020, she founded Viridian Moon Art Gallery, a community-focused space created to support and showcase local artists, art groups, and organizations. Through this initiative, she remains committed to fostering accessible and inclusive opportunities within the arts.
Irina also serves as the Youth Show Coordinator at the Art Alliance of Greater Bloomington (Pillar Arts), where she enjoys promoting young talent and supporting the growth of emerging artists through student exhibitions and art contests.
Artist’s Statement
Catching the Motion is a vibrant exhibition of paper collage works by Irina Shishova, drawn from three of her recent series: Dancing Shapes, Flying Leaves, and Seasons’ Faces. Across all three collections, the artist focuses on a single, unifying goal — capturing motion. Whether it’s the graceful energy of women dancing, the fluttering fall of leaves, or the ever-shifting essence of the seasons personified as feminine forms, motion becomes the subject and the medium. The works are dynamic, bold, and full of emotional momentum.
Want to see more of Irina’s art?
Website: www.viridianmoon.art/artists/irina-shishova
Facebook: Viridian Moon Art Gallery
To purchase any of these pieces, please contact Irina.
UPCOMING EVENTS
First Friday Gallery Walk - April 3rd, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Friday Gallery Walk - May 1st, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Friday Gallery Walk - June 5th, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ABOUT GALLERY B
Gallery B inside Bloomingfoods Near West shows local and regional artists that work across diverse mediums. We believe that supporting and collaborating with artists enhances our community while also furthering our cooperative values. Gallery B holds quarterly exhibitions and participate in monthly First Friday gallery walks. We are proud members of the Bloomington Gallery Walk.
ARE YOU A LOCAL/REGIONAL ARTIST? SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO DISPLAY YOUR WORK!
Are you an artist who would like to be considered for a future showing? Fill out the application and agree to the guidelines below to get started. Bloomingfoods currently assigns gallery space on a quarterly basis.
In order for your application to be considered, please fill out the form below. If you do not have a portfolio online, please email 10-15 photos of work to info@bloomingfoods.coop. If you have already been a Gallery B artist, you are welcome to reapply after two years. We review submissions quarterly and will respond accordingly.