The result of my participation in one of the master classes at the VI International Festival ‘ART Therapy. Healing and Resource,’ in which I took part. The master class was called: The palette of my inner world’s soul. The painting was created using a technique new to me, coffee painting, with the use of additional materials: red dry wine, grape juice, and saffron.
The palette of my inner world’s soul
The palette of my inner world’s soul (Close-up)
The palette of my inner world’s soul (mat)
The palette of my inner world’s soul (frame option)
TITLE: The palette of my inner world’s soul YEAR: 2025 ARTWORK TYPE: Original Art/One of a kind DIMENSIONS: A3 (29.7 cm x 42 cm) TECHNIQUES: coffee painting RELATED THEMES: Landscape painting SUPPORT OR SURFACE: Paper FRAMING: No CATALOGUE N: Kovalska139
Today, the international art exhibition ‘Art Without Borders’ opened at the Dovzhenko Cultural Centre in Lviv.
The world of art is an endless exploration of the surrounding world, its analysis and interpretation through visual experiments and profound self-expression. The art exhibition ‘Art Without Borders’ is an attempt to explore the boundaries of existence in the concept of modern Ukraine through self-expression via art – colour and form. The exhibition will run until mid-November. I invite everyone interested in contemporary Ukrainian painting to attend.
My paintings are participating in the art exhibition ‘Inside the Colour,’ which is being held at the Central House of Artists in Kyiv. The grand opening took place on Saturday, 20 September. The exhibition is organised by the public organisation ‘Barvy Zhyttia’ (Colours of Life) and will run until 28 September. All are welcome to attend.
On 12 September, the grand opening of a new centre of Ukrainian culture and traditions and a favourite meeting and leisure place for Kyiv residents and guests of the capital took place — the cultural centre of the restaurant of the newest Ukrainian cuisine ‘Galushka-2’ in Kyiv in the shopping and entertainment centre ‘Respublika’ and the simultaneous opening of the art exhibition ‘Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv,’ which will last for two months.
Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv
At the opening of the exhibition ‘Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv’
At the opening of the exhibition ‘Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv’
At the opening of the exhibition ‘Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv’
At the opening of the exhibition ‘Myths and Legends of Old and New Kyiv’
The painting, which is the right-hand panel of the triptych ‘Freedom’, depicts Grand Prince Vladimir Sviatoslavich of Kiev, under whose rule the Christianisation of Rus took place. The theme that unites the paintings in this triptych is, first and foremost, the coat of arms of our state, the continuity of generations, the continuity of history, and the interconnection of important historical events. The trident depicted on Prince Vladimir’s shield has been a symbol of our country since ancient times. Even in the days of Kievan Rus, the definition of state power and the continuity of statehood traditions, symbolised by the trident, was of great importance. The history of the trident dates back to the time of the Rurikids, who used it literally everywhere: from money to bricks for building structures. But the trident appeared much earlier on the territory of modern Ukraine. Archaeological finds indicate that the Trypillians used the trident as a sign of elders as early as the 3rd-4th centuries BC. Many different hypotheses have been put forward as to what the Ukrainian coat of arms symbolises. None of them has been fully proven, so there is still no reliable and comprehensive interpretation. A fairly common opinion is that the trident symbolises Rarok, the messenger of heavenly justice, or a falcon flying down. In many cultures, this bird was of great importance, as it was the embodiment of victory over evil, a symbol of power, indestructible strength and valour. In ancient Slavic culture, the falcon also occupied a special place at the top of the world tree. Among the various interpretations, there are other associations, including that the Ukrainian trident is an ancient religious symbol, a tripod candlestick, an anchor, an ear of wheat, a crown, a bow and arrow, and a triune sacrifice for the victory of life over death. Some experts on Ukrainian culture believe that the coat of arms of Ukraine can be deciphered as the word ‘VOLYA’ (This ancient russian word has several meanings: will, liberty, freedom), the letters of which make up the modern trident. But whatever it symbolises, the trident symbolises above all the will of the people, the indestructibility of the country, and embodies the connection between generations. Today, the trident is the coat of arms of Ukraine and has long been a symbol of the indestructibility and struggle of Ukrainians for freedom.
Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus
Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus. Close-up
Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus. Sidepiece. Close-up
Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus. Close-up. Signature of the artist
Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus. Frame option
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TITLE: Prince Volodymyr — godfather of Kievan Rus Triptych “Freedom”. Right part YEAR: 2025 ARTWORK TYPE: Original Art/One of a kind DIMENSIONS: 60х80cm TECHNIQUES: Oil RELATED THEMES: Portrait, history SUPPORT OR SURFACE: Canvas on the canvas-stretcher FRAMING: No CATALOGUE N: Kovalska133r
Vikentiy Khvoika (real name Čeněk Chvojka, Czech) was a self-taught Russian archaeologist of Czech origin, one of the founders of Ukrainian archaeology, the discoverer of the Trypillian culture in the Kyiv region, and a researcher of the Scythian, Zarubintsy (3rd century BC — 4th century AD), Chernyakhov (2nd—7th centuries) and early Slavic cultures. In 1907, during archaeological excavations in Kiev, Chvojka stumbled upon a unique find — an ancient plinth with a trident engraved on it. It was the symbol of Vladimir Sviatoslavich, which later became the coat of arms of independent Ukraine. The painting, which is the left part of the triptych ‘Freedom’, depicts the moment when the ancient symbol of princely power was found. The theme that unites the paintings in this triptych is, first and foremost, the coat of arms of our state, the continuity of generations, the continuity of history, and the interconnection of important historical events. The trident has been a symbol of our country since ancient times. Even in the days of Kievan Rus, the definition of state power and the continuity of statehood traditions, symbolised by the trident, was of great importance. The history of the trident dates back to the time of the Rurikids, who used it literally everywhere: from money to bricks for building structures. But the trident appeared much earlier on the territory of modern Ukraine. Archaeological finds indicate that the Trypillians used the trident as a sign of elders as early as the 3rd-4th centuries BC. Many different hypotheses have been put forward as to what the Ukrainian coat of arms symbolises. None of them has been fully proven, so there is still no reliable and comprehensive interpretation. A fairly common opinion is that the trident symbolises Rarok, the messenger of heavenly justice, or a falcon flying down. In many cultures, this bird was of great importance, as it was the embodiment of victory over evil, a symbol of power, indestructible strength and valour. In ancient Slavic culture, the falcon also occupied a special place at the top of the world tree. Among the various interpretations, there are other associations, including that the Ukrainian trident is an ancient religious symbol, a tripod candlestick, an anchor, an ear of wheat, a crown, a bow and arrow, and a triune sacrifice for the victory of life over death. Some experts on Ukrainian culture believe that the coat of arms of Ukraine can be deciphered as the word ‘VOLYA’ (This ancient russian word has several meanings: will, liberty, freedom), the letters of which make up the modern trident. But whatever it symbolises, the trident symbolises above all the will of the people, the indestructibility of the country, and embodies the connection between generations. Today, the trident is the coat of arms of Ukraine and has long been a symbol of the indestructibility and struggle of Ukrainians for freedom.
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era. Close-up
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era. Close-up
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era. Sidepiece. Close-up
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era. Close-up. Signature of the artist
Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era. Frame option
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TITLE: Vikentiy Khvoyka. Kyiv artefacts from the princely era Triptych “Freedom”. Left part YEAR: 2025 ARTWORK TYPE: Original Art/One of a kind DIMENSIONS: 60х80cm TECHNIQUES: Oil RELATED THEMES: Portrait, history SUPPORT OR SURFACE: Canvas on the canvas-stretcher FRAMING: No CATALOGUE N: Kovalska133l
The painting, which is the central part of the triptych ‘Freedom’, depicts Mykhailo Hrushevsky, a Ukrainian historian, public figure and politician. He was the chairman of the Central Rada of the Ukrainian People’s Republic (1917-1918). At Hrushevsky’s suggestion, on 12 (25) February, at a meeting of the Small Rada in Korosten, the trident was approved as the coat of arms of the Ukrainian People’s Republic, and it became the coat of arms of independent Ukraine in 1991. The theme that unites the paintings in this triptych is, first and foremost, the coat of arms of our state, the continuity of generations, the continuity of history, and the interconnection of important historical events. The trident has been a symbol of our country since ancient times. Even in the days of Kievan Rus, the definition of state power and the continuity of statehood traditions, symbolised by the trident, was of great importance. The history of the trident dates back to the time of the Rurikids, who used it literally everywhere: from money to bricks for building structures. But the trident appeared much earlier on the territory of modern Ukraine. Archaeological finds indicate that the Trypillians used the trident as a sign of elders as early as the 3rd-4th centuries BC. Many different hypotheses have been put forward as to what the Ukrainian coat of arms symbolises. None of them has been fully proven, so there is still no reliable and comprehensive interpretation. A fairly common opinion is that the trident symbolises Rarok, the messenger of heavenly justice, or a falcon flying down. In many cultures, this bird was of great importance, as it was the embodiment of victory over evil, a symbol of power, indestructible strength and valour. In ancient Slavic culture, the falcon also occupied a special place at the top of the world tree. Among the various interpretations, there are other associations, including that the Ukrainian trident is an ancient religious symbol, a tripod candlestick, an anchor, an ear of wheat, a crown, a bow and arrow, and a triune sacrifice for the victory of life over death. Some experts on Ukrainian culture believe that the coat of arms of Ukraine can be deciphered as the word ‘VOLYA’ (This ancient russian word has several meanings: will, liberty, freedom), the letters of which make up the modern trident. But whatever it symbolises, the trident symbolises above all the will of the people, the indestructibility of the country, and embodies the connection between generations. Today, the trident is the coat of arms of Ukraine and has long been a symbol of the indestructibility and struggle of Ukrainians for freedom.
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation. Close-up
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation. Close-up
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation. Sidepiece. Close-up
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation. Close-up. Signature of the artist
Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation. Frame option
If you are interested in this painting and would like to purchase it, please fill out and send the feedback form on the home page. You can also purchase this painting at the online galleries linked on the home page. Dispatch from Kiev (Ukraine)
TITLE: Mykhailo Hrushevsky. A historical view of the political unity of the nation Triptych “Freedom”. Central part YEAR: 2025 ARTWORK TYPE: Original Art/One of a kind DIMENSIONS: 60х80cm TECHNIQUES: Oil RELATED THEMES: Portrait, history SUPPORT OR SURFACE: Canvas on the canvas-stretcher FRAMING: No CATALOGUE N: Kovalska133c
On 21 August, the exhibition ‘Draw Me a Poem by Lina Kostenko’ opened in Kyiv in the hall of the multifunctional centre of the Pechersk District State Administration. This art project brought together contemporary Ukrainian artists around the poetry of an outstanding modern poet.
Many guests attended the opening. People came to see how poetry is transformed into images, how Lina Kostenko’s poems come to life in colour, texture and light.
Many artists joined the exhibition. Each of their works is a personal interpretation of Lina Kostenko’s poetry, a visual response to her words that touch the depths of the soul. Together, they create a mosaic of contemporary Ukrainian art that speaks the language of images. The exhibition ‘Draw Me a Poem by Lina Kostenko’ will run until 31 August in the halls of the Pechersk District State Administration (Kyiv). Admission is free.
At the opening of the exhibitionAt the opening of the exhibition
On 9 August, an exhibition dedicated to the anniversary of the gallery opened at the BB Art art gallery in Odessa. I sincerely congratulate the founders of the gallery, its staff, as well as all the artists who collaborate with the gallery and visitors on this holiday. I wish the gallery prosperity and new interesting exhibitions.
Landscape
