Liudmyla Shalabai

Hello and welcome to my gallery!

I am an artist with a profound passion for creating beautiful oil paintings that capture the essence of my inspirations. My journey began with formal education in applied arts and design at a prestigious university in Kiev, Ukraine. This solid foundation allowed me to hone my skills and cultivate a deep understanding of visual aesthetics and creative expression.

Currently, I reside in the picturesque country of Sweden, where I work as a digital illustrator and UI designer. My love for travel significantly influences my artwork, with a particular obsession for the majesty of mountains. Each journey offers new perspectives and fuels my creativity, allowing me to bring diverse landscapes and vibrant scenes to life on canvas.

In addition to landscapes, I enjoy the occasional change of pace by painting still life, flowers, and birds. These subjects offer a different kind of challenge and joy, allowing me to explore the delicate details and subtle beauty found in nature's small wonders.

One of the distinctive techniques I employ in my oil paintings is the use of a palette knife instead of traditional brushes. This approach helps me create realistic artworks infused with an expressionist touch, adding ...