Kateryna Reznichenko: Exploring Human Duality in Contemporary Painting
Meet the Artist
Kateryna Reznichenko (born 1997, Lviv, Ukraine) is a contemporary Ukrainian artist currently based in Seattle, United States. Her work is distinguished by a poetic and introspective approach to figurative painting, examining the multifaceted nature of human existence. Through subtle visual narratives, Reznichenko explores themes of duality, emotional states, memory, and transformation, positioning her practice at the intersection of psychological depth and visual sensitivity.
Reznichenko received her formal artistic training at the Ivan Trush Lviv College of Decorative and Applied Arts, followed by a Master’s degree in Monumental Art from the National Academy of Arts in Lviv. This academic foundation is evident in her strong compositional structures and technical precision, which support the emotional resonance of her paintings. Her background in monumental art informs her ability to balance scale, space, and intimacy within a single image.
Over the years, she has participated in both solo and group exhibitions across Europe and the United States, gradually establishing herself as a compelling emerging voice in contemporary figurative painting.
Artistic Style and Conceptual Focus
Reznichenko’s paintings are characterized by soft textures, blurred contours, and a restrained color palette that evokes dreamlike, contemplative atmospheres. Human figures often appear suspended between presence and dissolution, suggesting psychological vulnerability and inner tension. Rather than depicting specific narratives, her works invite viewers to project their own emotional experiences onto the canvas.
Central to her practice is the exploration of human duality—the coexistence of opposing emotional, mental, and spiritual states. Her figures frequently appear fragmented or intertwined, symbolizing the complexity of identity and the constant negotiation between inner and outer realities.
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Her creative process embraces a balance between control and spontaneity. Deliberate compositional decisions coexist with intuitive gestures, allowing accidental marks and textures to contribute meaningfully to the final image.
International Presence and Collections
Reznichenko’s work is held in private collections across Ukraine, Poland, Austria, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, Monaco, Cyprus, Slovenia, and the United States. Her growing international presence reflects a broader resonance of her themes, which transcend cultural and geographic boundaries.
Her participation in prominent exhibitions and competitions, including international art fairs and juried shows in New York, has further expanded her visibility within the global contemporary art scene.
