I was born in western Ukraine and raised in a very artistic family. I am constantly learning about art through my everyday life and expressing my emotions on canvas.
Working in a hospital setting as a part of an emergency department team, I found art as a source of rest and rejuvenation for my soul. With every brush stroke and hand-application of 24K gold onto canvas, my energy is restored, and I find a new sense of self. Art became my medicine, art made me stronger, art evolved me as a person. Most importantly, art helps me save children’s lives.
Through the lens of my art, I want viewers to see the beauty of life, despite the challenges we all carry with us. I am expressing my love to my homeland through my art and telling people to continue to hope, love, and trust.
SHELTER
SHELTER
Leaf of Hope Foundation hosted the “SHELTER” exhibition at the Pellas Gallery. I was proud to be invited and to host “We and the World”, the Kozytski Charity Foundation, as well as artwork from emerging artists from major cities across Ukraine. The mission of the exhibition was to unite the world through art. “SHELTER” featured a new collection of my paintings as well as work by local projection artist Pamela Hersch. Proceeds from this exhibition were donated to art students in Ukraine affected by the war, as well as the children hospitalized at First Medical Union Emergency Hospital in Lviv, Ukraine.
Pellas Gallery Exhibition
Pellas Gallery Exhibition
My art was featured at the Pellas Gallery exhibit on Newbury Street in Boston. Proceeds from art sales totaling $10,200 went directly to First Medical Union Emergency Hospital for medical supplies and care of children in Lviv, Ukraine.Leaf of Hope Foundation believes in the strength and potential of art for the greater good.
Art and Love for Ukraine
Art and Love for Ukraine
The Artists for Humanity held the “Art and Love for Ukraine” exhibit. At this exhibit, I sold eight paintings, and the proceeds went directly to saving childrens’ lives. In total, the exhibit raised and donated $ 26,000 for First Medical Union Emergency Hospital in Lviv, Ukraine
Art and Love for Ukraine | PART 2
Art and Love for Ukraine | PART 2
I participated in the second installment of the “Art and Love for Ukraine” exhibit in Boston. Proceeds from my art totaling $16,000 went directly to First Medical Union Emergency Hospital for medical supplies and care of children in Lviv, Ukraine.“There is too much darkness in this world. Let’s make the upcoming holidays a little brighter for children in Ukraine. My new collection in white and gold represents hope and love for Ukraine." - Maryana K
