Maryna Yakymova

One of my earliest childhood memories is a coloring book with a tiger. I proudly painted it green. My mother still laughs whenever she tells that story, and honestly, so do I. Looking back, I think that tiger said a lot about the way I see the world. I’ve never been very interested in reproducing reality as it is. I’m drawn to possibility—to unexpected colors, organic forms, and the quiet beauty that appears when we stop trying to control everything. Sometimes it still feels surreal to introduce myself as an artist. In a world that often celebrates certainty and seriousness, I’ve chosen to stay curious, playful, and open. Creating art is the most natural expression of who I am. I experience the world through color. Even light seems to dissolve into a spectrum when I look at it, and that sense of wonder finds its way into my work. Through flowing forms and vibrant palettes, I hope to invite others to slow down, observe, and rediscover the joy of seeing beyond what is expected.