Sasha Z

Sasha Z is an emerging multidisciplinary artist who seamlessly bridges the worlds of visual art and psychology. Drawing from her background in psychological studies, her practice goes beyond aesthetic choices.
She deeply explores inner emotional states, human perception, and the intricacies of the mind. Alongside this psychological inquiry, her work is heavily inspired by organic, natural motifs. She deconstructs, reinterprets, and reformulates these natural patterns into entirely new, highly textured visual forms. Through this dual approach, her abstract pieces become a meditative space where the landscapes of nature and the human psyche intertwine.

"My artwork exists at the intersection of abstract painting, textured art, and psychological archeology, inspired by the organic rhythms. I specifically choose round canvases as a powerful metaphor for the Ouroboros and Yin&Yang—symbolizing the eternal cycle of mind, psychical balance, and the fluid connection between inner chaos and harmony. Treating the surface as a three-dimensional relief, I bridge spontaneous acrylic layers with hours of meticulous hand-embroidery. The materials are deeply symbolic: Japanese glass beads and shimmering bugles form dense, tactile nodes that int...

Higher Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (Specialization: Psychological Counseling) – St. Petersburg Institute of Psychology and Social Work

Professional Development & Continuing Education:
Advanced training in Art Therapy and Body-Oriented Psychotherapy

Vocational Education:
Associate Degree in Advertising

Art Background:
Extensive training across multiple art schools and specialized creative studios

2026 | Colors of My Life | RIO's Art Gallery | St. Petersburg
2025 | Copy/Edit/Paste | Balagan Creative Space | St. Petersburg