YANA RUSNAK – ART IN SHADES OF GOLD
Skaya Art Agency has announced the launch of its new art season in collaboration with ME Dubai - the iconic architectural haven designed by the late Zaha Hadid. In celebration of the new season, Skaya Art will present the ‘Art in Shades of Gold’ exhibition by the Ukrainian artist Yana Rusnak as part of ME Dubai’s Cultural Connections initiative.
Yana’s artwork blends vibrant animalism and abstract elements symbolizing human ambition and life-affirming energy. The exhibition will be hosted in ME Dubai’s Art Gallery area on the 3rd floor and admission is free for the public starting Thursday, 7th September until Monday, 9th October 2023.
Yana Rusnak is a Ukrainian contemporary artist, born on Nov 11, 1993. She graduated from the Bohdan Khmelnytskyi National University with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts and decorative & applied arts. She received a Master's degree in graphic design and a teaching degree in art education from a higher institute.
ARTIST STATEMENT
The concept of Yana Rusnak's paintings is an allegory, showing how human emotions and character are intertwined with the animal world.
The triangle is a fundamental shape that permeates our reality, particularly in the realm of spirituality. Each figure of the composition in Yana Rusnak's art works consists of triangles, each of which holds a special meaning and code. The triangle symbolises manifestation, enlightenment, revelation, and a higher perspective, and is frequently used to represent growth cycles leading to a higher state of being. In a spiritual context, it represents a path towards enlightenment or connection with an omnipresent being. Artistically, the triangle symbolises the creative output that arises from the harmony of opposites. Its adaptability is highly valued due to the variety of human moods it can represent.
The triangle's meaning is closely connected to the number three, which is present in all mystical teachings. The three forces are included in each angle of the triangle. Numerologically, the number "one" denotes power, "two" represents discovery, and "three" represents the birth of true wisdom.
Each artwork includes the colours of two precious metals: gold and silver. Silver is the symbol of the moon and represents innocence, purity, and mercy. On the other hand, gold represents the sun and symbolises stability and high value. Gold, also known by its Latin name, aurum, cannot be dissolved or tarnished by air, water, or most acids, making it a durable and long-lasting material. Its radiance and splendour are associated with the sun, and it is the only metal that does not tarnish over time.
The artist employs a textured background to create dynamism in her work. Yana Rusnak creates three-dimensional compositions using a special technique that involves mixing materials. Her paintings represent a fusion of the figurative and abstract styles. Yana not only held personal exhibitions but organised exhibitions in partnership with embassies and cultural ministries from other countries.
