Hello, I’m Kateryna Kobylianska, a visual artist.
I explore Mind Games and The Space of Silence in my art.
Passionate about large abstract canvases, I delve into multiple layers and mixed media.
My paintings encourage moments of reflection, urging you to pause and contemplate.
Artist Statement
I'm a Ukrainian visual artist based in Montreal. I specialize in making abstract art, that dives deep into the twists and turns of the human mind. I'm intrigued by the prevalent separation between human culture and nature, a theme that has driven my recent work. The goal is to challenge this separation and depict the interconnectedness of humans and natural essence. My artwork gets layers on layers with a mix of various media. I’m getting inspired by nature, cultural theories, and the whole wild ride of human thoughts and behavior.
With a portfolio featuring over 20 exhibitions worldwide, I’ve been pushing my artistic limits since 2018.
So, instead of boring you with 'this means that,' my art is more about 'this is what's out there.' My creative process starts with my subconscious, and after I’m decoding these symbols within. The images take the lead, and then the language kicks in. It's a game-changer when people connect with my work and find something they've been looking for. My art reflects their experience, and it's a whole world of interpretations. Can silence break the boundaries of understanding? That’s what I’m trying to see. I went for abstract forms, to convey what can't be put into words.
In my art, I'm diving headfirst into the games our mind plays with us, tackling the whole illusion vs. truth challenge. I want people to pause from their busy lives and notice how they think and feel. My exhibitions are about creating a sense of community, combating isolation, and offering a space for meaningful content.
My artistic influences are my encounters with silence. For me, silence is not just a lack of noise – it's a powerful presence. My art is a never-ending exploration of limits and, both material and non-material light.
CV
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2023 "The Drama of Elusive", Art Gallery at the Eleanor London Côte Saint-Luc Public Library, Montreal, Canada
2023 "Ambiguity", Centaur Theatre Gallery, Montreal, Canada
2021 "Intangible", Soul, Kyiv, Ukraine
2021 "Repeated chaos becomes order", Svitlo, Kyiv, Ukraine
2021 "Alexithymia", Creative State of Arsenal, Kyiv, Ukraine
2020 "Air never learned how to be", Soul, Kyiv, Ukraine
2019 "The treachery of there and then", CMW, Barcelona, Spain
2019 "The treachery of there and then", MAUI, Barcelona, Spain
2018 "Not water or...?", Dim MK, Kyiv, Ukraine (slow show of the artworks accompanied by Canadian composer Léon Colibri)
2018 "Caressing still motion", IWonder, Kyiv, Ukraine
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2023 "Otherness", Office of the Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Montreal, Canada
2022 "In my childhood", Artists in Montreal, online
2022 "We are More", Art festival, Refugee Center, Montreal, Canada
2020 "One day after/Universe", Museum of Kyiv History, Kyiv, Ukraine
2020 "One day after/Nature", Museum of Kyiv History, Kyiv, Ukraine
2020 "Two dots", NV Gallery online in kunstmatrix.com
2019 "Untitled folder", AIR GOGOLFEST, Vinnytzja, Ukraine
2019 "Waves of reality", ІModern Art Research Institute, Kyiv, Ukraine
2019 "Semiramida's Garden", Gallery of the National Botanical Garden, Kyiv, Ukraine
2019 "Measure of Silence", Fine Art Museum of Ternopil, Ternopil, Ukraine
2019 "The Shadow of Dream cast upon Giardini della Biennale" - Pavilion of Ukraine at the 58th International ArtExhibition, La Biennale di Venezia, as a Myth of an artist
2018 "Explore Art", Le Meridien, Dahab, Egypt
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2020 Art expedition to Tanzania, Project "The dreams of a lonely house"
2019 German-Ukrainian program by NVAIR Artist in residence, Ukraine
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2022 “In my childhood”, Artists in Montreal | Honourable mention
2021 Poznan Artweek, Illustration competition “The Covid nostalgia” | Chosen artwork
2021 The Aerogramme Centre | Featured artist for the Cover | Issue “Mythology”
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2008-2012 National University “Kyiv-Mohyla Academy”, Bachelor in Cultural studies
2021 Anatomy for the artist, Projector, Kyiv
2020 Creative Business Academy, House of Europe, online
2018 Abstract art course by Andriy Bludov, Kyivription
Press
“I'm learning how to live with the reality of war and the beauty of motherhood” | CBC First Person
“Artist's path” | Aeroplan magazine 20-21p.
“A Day in the Life” with Montreal Abstract Artist
Kateryna Kobylianska | Montreal Guardian
I care
about guiding your sight towards calmness and interest
Sincere communication
I'm always ready to answer your questions with an open heart. You can reach out to me even during weekends.
Support for Ukraine
Part of my income goes toward supporting Ukraine: medicine, prosthetics, reabilitation.