About

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John Fenerov

Greek Artist • Nicosia, Cyprus

John Fenerov is a visual artist specializing in charcoal portraiture. His work focuses on capturing emotion and expression through atmospheric contrast and expressive mark-making techniques.

His practice explores themes of identity and cultural heritage, particularly the artistic connections between Cyprus and Greece. Through his drawings, he examines personal and collective narratives within contemporary art practice.

Practice

Fenerov began his career in graphic design, working with clients including Complex, HYPEBEAST, and Mountain Dew. This background in visual communication informs his approach to composition in his fine art practice.

He works primarily in charcoal, creating portraits that explore emotional expression and cultural identity.

Education

University of Nicosia
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), 2015–2019

Selected Publications

ΣΥΝΕΝΤΕΥΞΗ ΜΕ ΤΟΝ ΖΩΓΡΑΦΟ JOHN FENEROV
Words Full of Feeling, May 2024
Άνευ, Select Works: Issue 85
ΆΝΕΥ, April 2023
Capturing Likeness
International Artist Magazine, June 2021
Additional Features: Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, The Artidote, Berlin ArtParasites, Boldbrush

Teaching & Workshops

Drawing Portraits in Charcoal Workshop
February 2025
International Artist Magazine Demo
June 2021

Exhibitions

ARTLIFE Fest
Group exhibitions: 2020, 2021, 2022

Partnerships

Rainbow Art Supplies (2025)
Nitram Charcoal (2021)
ARTLIFE Fest Academy (2020)
ARTEZA Art Supplies (2019)