Artist Statment

   I am committed to structural compositions with visual integrity and strategic vision. The basis of my art works consists of figurative forms implemented into fictional space. I like combination of dominant parts which create the contrast. Rhythmic strokes are viewed in material, constructive and aesthetic sequence to provide an order and inner sense of harmony. Embodied symbols function as a metaphor for ethereal and spiritual sense. Asymmetry, proportionality, emphasis act like auxiliary structural juxtapositions of visual integrity.

   The subjects of my art projects are related to science and philosophy. Organic forms hint on micro- and macrocosms including astronomy, geometry and metaphysics. Such sciences as cosmography and chemical physics are involved too.

   Symmetry is present in one or another form in many of my art works, that shows integrity and absolute balance. My artworks are created by drawing, painting and printmaking. Mostly I work with tools as a ruler, a compass, a ruling pen etc. In printmaking I use such methods of engraving as aquatint, mezzo-tint and soft lacquer. In drawing I combine several textures in general construction where every layer has a certain story. Consequently, the result is a complex surface that allows a viewer to immerse in associativity. The process of layering imitates spatiality thus, I create the relation between external and internal, sensual and emotional, hidden and frank.

 

Yulia Protsyshyn

 

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