Series of works
Transformation of the Gaze
a series where the artist’s eyes meet those of historical figures, creating a timeless dialogue about identity and perception.
Dürer
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30 cm
Dürer has always inspired me with his versatility and universal genius, combining art, science, and even marketing. His journey to the Netherlands, where he continued to create and left unique evidence of his quest for knowledge, is a source of inspiration for me.
This portrait is my dialogue with the great master, an attempt to see the world through his eyes, but through the lens of my own experience in the Netherlands. Being here because of the war in Ukraine, I am searching for harmony in chaos. My eyes in the portrait are my view of the world, a reflection of past and present, a combination of analytical thinking and the creative process.
This work is my reflection on finding authenticity, a way to overcome the challenges of emigration and to find hope.

Rembrandt
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30cm
My work from the 'Transforming Gaze' series is a portrait of Rembrandt. I have always been fascinated by his ability to explore his own identity through many self-portraits.
By placing my soft, feminine eyes into Rembrandt's self-portrait (which I chose because his age is similar to mine), I create a dialogue between my personal story and the Dutch cultural heritage. My eyes, reflecting the warmth of the Ukrainian sun, contrast with Rembrandt's thoughtful gaze. This creates a visual conversation between two eras, two cultures, and between female and male. In this way, I leave my mark in this cultural fabric.
This is my way to explore my own identity in a new situation and to show my experience of adapting to an unfamiliar place. My work proves how art can be a tool for self-discovery and cultural dialogue, helping us to rethink ourselves and our place in history.

Leonardo da Vinci
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30cm
The portrait of Leonardo da Vinci in the 'Transforming Gaze' series symbolizes big changes in time. Da Vinci, as a symbol of the Renaissance giant with his endless desire for knowledge and new ideas, perfectly shows humanism and the wish for self-improvement.
Through the gaze of my eyes, I create a personal connection with the Renaissance era and its ideals. Today, as AI changes the art world, we can see similarities with the Renaissance, where new technologies changed creativity. Perhaps, this is the start of a new era of art.
The symbolic trio of colors (white-red-black) reflects the myths present in society. Is AI a tool that makes human possibilities bigger, or a danger to traditional art? These questions are like the debates of the Renaissance about the place of science and art in society. Looking at the world through Da Vinci's eyes, I feel this conversation between the past and the future. Da Vinci, as a symbol of change and new ideas, is the perfect image to show these changes.

Michelangelo
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30cm
The portrait of Michelangelo in the 'Transforming Gaze' series continues my dialogue with time through portraiture. This work reinterprets the iconography of the past, filling it with a modern emotional context.
The monochrome technique with a red accent invites reflection on the passage of time and the legacy of cultural archetypes. Michelangelo's saying: "You paint with your brain and not with your hands" emphasizes that true art comes from intellectual work. This connects with my "quantum experiment" and the idea that the idea is more important than the form.
In the background of the figure, faint outlines of uncreated masterpieces or unfulfilled ideas appear. These images, emerging from the outlines of the map of Ukraine, represent lost opportunities and interrupted development. At the same time, they embody unbreakable faith in the future, a symbol of rebirth and hope for potential to be realized. This transforms the portrait into a message of historical memory and modern challenges through art.

Raphael
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30cm
In the 'Transforming Gaze' series, I create a portrait of Raphael, exploring how we individually see time. Through personalization, I 'rewrite' historical images, giving them a modern emotional meaning.
My gaze in the image symbolizes a bridge between different periods. The monochrome technique, with a red accent, makes people think about how time passes and how cultural ideas are passed down. Creating Raphael's portrait is my metaphorical 'quantum leap' in time, where I connect the past and the present, creating a non-linear way of seeing time. My art becomes a 'quantum experiment' in visual perception and communication across time.
Behind Raphael, faint, airy shapes of unborn children can be seen. They symbolize potential futures or the temporary nature of life and possibilities. Their lightness is a strong contrast to the clear features of the artist, reminding us that time passes quickly and about unrealized potentials, adding a new depth to the portrait.

Artemisia Gentileschi
Paper, pencil, charcoal, 42*30cm
In the "Transforming the Gaze" series, the figure of Artemisia Gentileschi holds a special place. Her life is not merely the story of a female artist, but a chronicle of the struggle for the right to be oneself in a world where women were relegated to a secondary role. Her paintings are filled with strength and determination, and her heroines are the embodiment of female power and independence.
My portrait captures her gaze, distinct from the others in this series – it is directed elsewhere, as if she views the world from a different angle, her own unique perspective. It is the gaze of a woman who forged her own path in art, despite all obstacles. Her acceptance into the Accademia di San Luca was a true breakthrough, and her motherhood only underscores her incredible strength and ability to combine different roles.
Through the prism of my own eyes, I try to feel that rebellious spirit, that indomitable will that burned in Artemisia's heart. The monochrome palette with a vibrant red accent symbolizes the drama of her struggle and, at the same time, the eternal flame of female strength, passed down from generation to generation. This portrait is my tribute to a woman who did not succumb to circumstances and left her bright mark on the history of art.
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