Labor of Love Painting

Art is woven into my DNA. My grandfather, Gleb W. Derujinsky, was a renowned sculptor; my father, Gleb Derujinsky, a celebrated Harper’s Bazaar photographer. Growing up surrounded by their creativity, I developed a lifelong passion for artistic expression across mediums. My journey began with two decades as an award-winning jewelry artist, challenging conventions and elevating beadwork to fine art. Later, I preserved my father’s legacy through the publication of Capturing Fashion Derujinsky (Flammarion, 2018). Today, I reimagine traditional dyeing as fine art, using the same heavyweight cotton canvas favored by master painters. My process—layering permanent watercolor dyes onto meticulously prepared, hand-cut circular canvases—results in vivid, immersive works that explore space, nature, and human connection. Each piece is crafted with technical rigor and a spirit of experimentation, inviting viewers to engage with movement, imperfection, and depth. My practice is self-directed, shaped by decades of hands-on exploration, innovation, and a deep-rooted family legacy. I am committed to pushing the boundaries of textile and painting, creating art that bridges tradition and contemporary vision.