Mila Ryk

Mila Ryk is a third-generation contemporary artist born in Ukraine who immigrated to the United States in 1991. Now based in Chicago, she has spent nearly two decades earning regional acclaim and establishing herself as an active curatorial voice in the fine art community.
Working primarily in bold oils and fluid line work, Mila is the creator of "Imaginary Expressionism"—a signature style designed to forge a deep emotional connection between the viewer, the figure, and the natural world. Her evocative pieces have been featured in premier art publications, including The Best of America Oil Artists (Vol. II), the International Dictionary of Artists, Living Artists of Today (Vol. II & III), and a June 2026 feature in Artistcloseup Magazine. She was also recognized as a prominent local talent in a dedicated interview with VoyageChicago Magazine.
Beyond her studio practice, Mila frequently serves as an exhibition juror. Her curatorial contributions include serving on the jury panel for the Bridging Through Colors exhibition—presented by LarkGallery in April 2026. As well as the upcoming Autumn Enchantment exhibition at the iconic Bergamot Station Arts Center in Santa Monica organized by LarkGallery in collaboration with Vivid Art S...

• 2026 | Juror, Autumn Enchantment exhibition, LarkGallery in collaboration with Vivid Art Studio Gallery and bG Gallery in Santa Monica, CA.
• 2026 | Juror, Bridging Through Colors Exhibition, LarkGallery
• 2025 | Evanston Made All Members Group Show, Evanston Art Center, Evanston, IL
• 2017 | Art Fair: Spectrum / Red Dot, Miami, FL
• 2016 | The Nature and Women Exhibition, Rhythm & Beyond, Niles, IL
• 2015 | Art Monaco, Salon d’Art Contemporarian, Cote d’Azur, France
• 2013 | Power of Beauty, Rhythm & Beyond, Niles, IL
• 2011 | Group Art Show, Naked July Festival, National Pastime Theater, Chicago, IL
• 2011 | Solo Exhibition, Art & Beyond Studio, Inc., Morton Grove, IL