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About me

I’m Kate, a young artist from Ukraine. My passion for art began in childhood, starting with drawing and painting at an arts school in my hometown of Kakhovka. Later, I pursued a degree in art education at the College of Arts in Kherson, where I explored various techniques, specializing in arts and crafts such as rug-making, cold batik, tapestry, oil painting, and hand-painting on dishes with acrylics.

Subsequently, I furthered my studies at university, focusing on graphic design. Although painting and drawing took a backseat during this period, I rediscovered my passion for acrylic painting upon completing my studies.

My preferred medium is acrylics on canvas, often infused with glittering sequins and metallic colors for experimental flair. I also enjoy incorporating ornamental motifs into my artwork

Enveloped by the vast expanse of the sky, humanity has gazed upward for countless ages, seeking comprehension of the enigmatic celestial entities. Throughout history, they have woven intricate tales and myths, fueled by their imagination, around the radiant stars.

Within my series of paintings, I embarked on a journey of envisioning the stars as ethereal divinities. Drawing inspiration from the scientific framework known as the Harvard spectral classification of stars, which delineates a spectrum of colors corresponding to their temperatures, I found myself captivated. From the fiery blue hues of the hottest stars, the temperature gradually descends, transforming their radiance into shades of white-blue, white, yellow, and orange, ultimately culminating in the frigid brilliance of red stars.

This captivating phenomenon sparked a profound idea within my artistic imagination – to dedicate a painting to an individual star, portrayed as a cosmic deity taking human form. The chosen color palette would serve as a metaphorical indicator, providing insights into the character’s temperature and disposition