Iryna Olefirenko

I am a Ukrainian mixed-media artist working in the style of abstract expressionism.
My creative journey began in my childhood within the walls of an art school, where I first experienced the magic of color, form, and the freedom of self-expression.
Due to the war in Ukraine, I was forced to leave my home and start anew in sunny Spain. Relocating and discovering a new rhythm of life, the sea, and the extraordinary Spanish light became a powerful source of healing and inspiration for me. It is here that my work gained new depth and vitality.
In my paintings, I combine the rich layering of acrylics, the velvety texture of pastels, and the graphic expressiveness of lines. For me, the canvas is a space for dialogue between my inner state and the outer world. My works are impulses of feelings, ripples of emotions, and moments of seeking hope, beauty, and harmony, all captured through the movement of paint and the texture of layers.
I create art for those who seek vibrant energy, light, and a story of the soul's restoration through beauty.