In 1989, Sergei Pavlenko moved to the West, received immediate recognition and began to paint and exhibit his work in London and the USA.
Now an established portrait painter, both in Europe and the United States, Sergei Pavlenko’s work is in constant demand.
The painting received impressive coverage by the world press and television and a postage stamp was subsequently made in the UK.
In Russia, Sergei Pavlenko’s name has been added to the list of highly distinguished emigrants and is next to the ballet dancer Anna Pavlova.
Sergei Pavlenko was awarded a commission to paint a large-scale picture of The Queen meeting with Princes William and Harry at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.