My journey as a creator didn't start in childhood and wasn't straightforward. My father was an artist and a caricaturist. I have watched his creativity since childhood and thought I would never be talented enough to follow in his footsteps. Time passed, and when I lived in Bali, it's as if one of the local spirits of creativity inhabited me. I felt a sharp need for drawing; I drew day and night, and it became part of my life. Drawing often lifted me out of difficult situations and feelings of loss. 

I'm from the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv. When the attack on Kyiv began, my family had to live in the tube station. The war in Ukraine left a strong mark on my life, and through the art I convey the emotions that war instils in Ukrainians so that those who haven't experienced it can at least for a moment feel the horror in which others live.

My mission is to kindle thoughts about the world, both the world within and the world outside, but also to evoke new universes filled with unique meanings.

I believe that every life is extraordinary and that art serves as a reflection of our distinctive experiences, perspectives, and emotions. Through art, we can share our unique stories and invite others to immerse themselves in our narratives, forging a profound connection between artist and viewer.

I work to create art with communities through my social venture “ YeSense CIC”  which provides art courses as a vehicle for healing: https://bit.ly/yesense