Born in Ukraine, raised in the Netherlands and now living in Spain.
I am an autodidact with a passion for abstract art, vibrant colors, organic shapes and movement.
After exhibiting my work at the Annual Dutch Art Fair in Amsterdam in 2016, life took me in other directions for a while. Now, ten years later, in 2026, I am ready to pick up where I left off, with fresh inspiration.
In my paintings, contrasting patterns, colors and forms find their way into a shared rhythm. Some elements move together, others pull in different directions — yet somehow, they belong to the same whole. Connection, flow and movement are at the heart of my work.
I love experimenting with color, texture and composition, allowing unexpected combinations to take shape. Sometimes I begin with a clear idea; other times, the painting takes me somewhere entirely different.
What I enjoy most is the creative process, with all its twists and turns: the first spark of inspiration, the excitement of seeing something come to life, the frustration when things don’t work, and the joy of that wonderful moment when I step back, look at the finished painting and think: “Yes, this is exactly what it was meant to become”.
Whether you’re interested in a particular artwork or simply want to say hello, I’d love to hear from you.
With love,
Irina
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Exhibitions
Annual Dutch Art Fair (ADAF) — 2016
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The sixth edition of the Annual Dutch Art Fair took place from September 23 to 25, 2016, at the World Fashion Centre in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Across more than 3,400 square meters of exhibition space, approximately 200 professional artists presented over 1,700 artworks to thousands of visitors. I was one of the participating artists.
Art Publications
European Contemporary Artist 4: 2016/2017
Bubble Art Projects
Following three successful editions, the fourth edition of European Contemporary Artist, published by Bubble Art Projects, was launched on October 11, 2016. My painting Soft and Strong appeared on the cover of the publication.